A MORETON teenager appeared before Wirral Magistrates charged with the rape and murder of 17-year-old Hannah Windsor.

Adam Lewis, of Fairmead Road, went before the bench to face charges for murder and two counts of rape between May 15 and May 20.

The 18-year-old is also charged with arson with intent to endanger life at a house in Orchard Road, Moreton, on May 12.

Hannah's body was found on Bidston Hill on Saturday in undergrowth near the Observatory following a call from a member of the public.

A post-mortem examination revealed she died as a result of multiple injuries.

Lewis will appear at Liverpool Crown Court on Friday, May 25, with preliminary hearing scheduled for June 6.