Ten years have passed since the tragic murder of India Chipchase, a case that continues to reverberate through the Northampton community and beyond. On January 30, 2016, the 20-year-old was separated from her friends during a night out in Northampton. Edward Tenniswood, then 52, lured her into a taxi with the promise of getting her home safely. Instead, he took her to his house where he raped and strangled her.

The discovery of India's body in Tenniswood's flat on January 31, 2016, sparked a wave of grief and anger. Police found her body on a mattress, her hair arranged "like a halo" around her head. A post-mortem examination revealed she died of neck injuries. Tenniswood was arrested later that day at a local hotel.

In August 2016, Edward Tenniswood was found guilty of India's rape and murder. He was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum of 30 years before being considered for parole. During the trial, Tenniswood claimed Chipchase had willingly gone with him and that her death was accidental. However, the prosecution presented evidence that he had raped her and then strangled her. The judge described the crime as "terrible" and "a crime of utter depravity," committed to satisfy his sexual desires on an attractive and much younger woman.

The impact of India's murder has been profound. Her brother, Harry Chipchase, 28, described his sister as a kind and intelligent person who had so many aspirations. He said that the family still struggles every day. Landmarks around Northampton were lit up in purple, India's favorite color, to mark the tenth anniversary of her death.

In the wake of India's death, her mother, Sue Chipchase, established the Northampton Guardians, a charity dedicated to helping vulnerable people stay safe on nights out. The organization aims to prevent similar tragedies by providing support and assistance to those who may be at risk. Gill Goodship, a volunteer with the Northampton Guardians, shared that the organization has faced several close calls mirroring India's case, highlighting the ongoing need for such services.

India's murder also prompted a review of Northamptonshire Police's policies. The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) made recommendations to review the missing people policy and examine policies around missing people and domestic violence allegations.

Ten years after India Chipchase's death, her family and the Northampton community continue to grapple with the pain of her loss. They are committed to ensuring that her memory lives on and that lessons are learned to protect others from similar tragedies.