In a heartbreaking turn of events, a woman and a child were found deceased in the Fletchersbridge area of Bodmin on Saturday, September 7. The tragic discovery has sent shockwaves through the local community, and police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding their deaths.
According to authorities, the Ambulance Service alerted the police at around 10:10 AM following concerns about the welfare of two individuals. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, but despite immediate medical intervention, both the woman and the child were pronounced dead.
While formal identification is still pending, the next of kin have been notified and are receiving support from specially trained officers during this difficult time.
Detective Inspector Neil Blanchard, leading the investigation, described the situation as "tragic and incredibly sad." He added, "The deaths are currently being treated as unexplained, and we are working to establish the full circumstances of what occurred.”
DI Blanchard sought to reassure the public, emphasising that the incident appeared to be isolated. "At this time, we are not seeking anyone else in connection to the deaths," he said.
The investigation remains ongoing, and the police are urging anyone with information to come forward as they continue to piece together the details of this devastating incident.
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