Earlston Bennet, 57, or Towpath Way, Croydon, was accused of murder on Monday, April 14.
It will appear in custody at the Croydon Magistrates Court on Tuesday, April 15.
An investigation was launched after the officers were called an address on the towing path, Croydon, at 4.55 am on Saturday, April 12.
Police arrived shortly after, but despite the efforts of attending emergency services, a 58 -year -old woman was declared dead in the scene.
While formal identification has not yet been carried out, officers have appointed women as Sarah Reynolds.
His family is being supported by specialized officers.
It is believed that Bennet was known by Sarah, and detectives are not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident.
Detectives continue their work to build an image of Sarah’s life in the week prior to her death.
They are eager to speak with anyone who interacts or saw Sarah in recent weeks.
You can communicate with the police using the dedicated online portal or inform anonymous information to the Balefician organization Independent Crimetoppers in 0800 555 111.
A Metropolitan Police spokesman said: “A man will appear in the court accused of the murder of a woman in Croydon.
“Earlston Bennet, 57, (17.03.68) or Towpath Way, Croydon was accused of murder on Monday, April 14.
“It will appear in custody at the Croydon Magistrates Court on Tuesday, April 15.
“An investigation was launched after the officers were called to a Croydon address, Croydon at 04: 55 hours, on Saturday, April 12.
“The police arrived shortly after, but despite the best efforts to attend emergency services, a 58 -year -old woman was unfortunately declared dead in the scene.
“While formal identification has not yet been carried out, officers have appointed women as Sarah Reynolds. Her family is being supported by specialized officers.
“It is believed that Bennet was known by Sarah and detectives are not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident.
“Detectives continue their work to build an image of Sarah’s life in the week prior to his death.
“They are eager to talk to anyone who interacts or has seen Sarah in recent weeks.”