A woman found dead at an Edgeware property on Wednesday has been remembered for her intelligence, humour and potential.

Police confirmed the victim was 37 year old Sarah Megan Brown.

Police were called to a Purchas Street property just before 6am on Wednesday, where Brown was found dead.

A 52 year old man was taken into custody at the scene and later charged with her murder.

In a tribute, her friend Christine told chrislynchmedia.com she was devastated by Brown’s death.

“She was honestly the most intelligent woman I’ve ever met. She was so smart, and so funny. So much potential. I’m absolutely devastated.”

The man was remanded in custody and is due to reappear in the Christchurch District Court on 16 October.

Police were not seeking anyone else in relation to the incident.