Pauline Jenkins, who was found dead at her home in Woodingdean in February, died as a result of acute alcohol poisoning, tests have confirmed.
The 46-year-old mum-of-three was found by paramedics at her home in Rosebery Avenue, on February 5th.
Stephen Edwards, 46, of Merevale, Brighton, who was arrested at the scene, has been charged with the rape of Ms Jenkins and is due to appear at Lewes Crown Court on Monday 18th April.