An inquest into the death of mother-of-three Jane Benians has recorded an open verdict.

The 53-year-old's body was found in Gillingham woodland on October 6, last year.

Speaking at the time of her death, Jane’s sister Donna said she had suffered from mental health problems since the age of 15.

Donna added: "She was a very stubborn but sparkly person, and she loved her family so much.

"She just lived her life battling with what she called demons in her head and I think she just didn't want to struggle any more. We will all miss her, but she must have been tortured every day."

Jane's body was found by a passer-by in woodland between Owens Way and Copperhouse Lane.

The inquest was held at Archbishop’s Palace in Maidstone.

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