A MAN in his 70s and woman in her 60s have been found dead with “serious injuries” at a home in Cornwall – sparking an urgent police probe.
Emergency services rushed to the property in Treclago View, Camelford, on Wednesday night after a report to authorities concerning the pair’s welfare, cops said.
The elderly man and woman, who were known to each other, had “sustained serious injuries” and were tragically pronounced dead at the scene after authorities arrived at 10pm.
Local Detective Inspector Peter Gee said: “We are supporting the next of kin of the people who have died in this very sad incident.
“Officers are carrying out enquiries to establish exactly what has happened but we are not seeking anyone else in relation to this matter.”
He added: “A cordon remains in place at the address while officers continue with their enquiries and a thorough examination of the scene is conducted.
“There will be a heightened police presence in the area, and we encourage anyone with concerns to speak with officers.”
Police appealed for anyone with information to contact them online or by telephone on 101, quoting reference number 50250248436.
A probe has been launched to establish the exact circumstances of the two deaths.
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