BREAKING NEWS Evacuation of families in seaside cul-de-sac after unexplained deaths of two men in adjoining homes just five days apart
Police have told residents of Gatesgarth Close in the North Yorkshire town of Scarborough they could see officers in protective clothing after the sudden death of a 69-year-old man in his home.
North Yorkshire Police was called to the scene on Monday - just five days after emergency services were called to the sudden death of a man aged 49 in an adjoining property.
Both deaths are being treated as unexplained - but the occupants of two neighbouring homes have been evacuated as a precautionary measure as emergency crews investigate.
North Yorkshire Police said: 'North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service and police officers are carrying out a specialist search of the property and members of the public may see officers in full protective clothing and specialist equipment at the scene.
'This is a precautionary measure until we know more about how the men died.
'We do not believe there are any risks to the wider community at this time. The occupants of the homes in close proximity to the deceased's homes remain in alternative accommodation as a precaution while we work to establish how the men died.
'Our thoughts remain with the men's families who are being supported by specially trained officers at this sad time.
'Our thanks go to local residents for their patience and understanding while we work at the scene.'
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