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The Independent
3 days ago
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- The Independent
Investigation continues days after unexplained deaths of next-door neighbours in Scarborough
Investigations are to continue this weekend after two next-door neighbours were found dead in a quiet cul-de-sac in Scarborough. Police were called on Monday to the sudden death of a 69-year-old man on Gatesgarth Close, just five days after the death of a 49-year-old man in an adjoining property. The two men's deaths are being treated as unexplained, and residents at two properties on the street were evacuated as a precaution. In an update on Friday, four days after the second fatality, North Yorkshire Police said searches were continuing and a police presence would remain at the scene over the weekend until the investigation is completed. There is no suggestion that there is any risk to the wider community and enquiries so far have not led to any change in this position, police said. A cordon had been put in place at the two properties while an examination with specialist officers took place, with tests being carried out to determine the presence of any environmental factors that may have led to their deaths. In a statement, North Yorkshire Police said: 'Searches are continuing at properties in Gatesgarth Close in Scarborough today (30 May) and a police presence will remain at the scene over the weekend until all work at the properties has been completed. 'To recap, on Monday 26 May, police were called to the sudden death of a 69-year-old man. Officers became concerned as the death followed a similar incident on 21 May when emergency services were called to the sudden death of a 49-year-old man in an adjoining property. 'The investigation is continuing to establish the circumstances that led to their deaths and the cause. 'At this time there is no suggestion that there is any risk to the wider community and our enquiries so far have not led to any change in this position. 'Our thanks go to local people, in particular the residents of Gatesgarth Close for their patience and understanding while we remain at the scene. 'Our thoughts remain with the men's families who are being supported by specially trained officers at this sad time.'
BBC News
3 days ago
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- BBC News
Cordon to remain in place after Scarborough unexplained deaths
Police will spend the weekend searching homes in a Scarborough cul-de-sac where two men were found dead within days of each Yorkshire Police were called to Gatesgarth Close on Monday, following the death of a 69-year-old man, five days after a 49-year-old man was found dead in an adjoining have been evacuated as a precaution and housed in alternative accommodation while a specialist search continues to establish what happened.A police spokesperson said: "At this time there is no suggestion that there is any risk to the wider community and our inquiries so far have not led to any change in this position." They added: "Our thanks go to local people, in particular the residents of Gatesgarth Close, for their patience and understanding while we remain at the scene."Our thoughts remain with the men's families who are being supported by specially trained officers at this sad time." Police tents and a cordon have been set up as tests are carried out to determine the presence of any environmental factors that may have contributed to the force said fire and police officers would be wearing protective clothing as a precaution until they knew more about how the men properties are owned by Beyond Housing, a housing association providing homes to 30,000 customers in North Yorkshire as well as Redcar and association said: "We are deeply saddened by recent events at Gatesgarth Close."Our heartfelt condolences go out to the families and friends of the two men who have sadly passed away."This is a distressing time for all those affected, and our thoughts remain with them." Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
Daily Mail
5 days ago
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- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Evacuation of families in seaside cul-de-sac after unexplained deaths of two men in adjoining homes just five days apart
Families have been evacuated from their homes in a quiet seaside cul-de-sac after the unexplained deaths of two men in adjoining homes 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.'
