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The Independent
30-05-2025
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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.'
The Independent
30-05-2025
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- The Independent
Two next-door neighbours die suddenly in their homes. Now investigators have evacuated the whole street
Residents of a street in Scarborough have been evacuated after the unexplained deaths of two men in separate homes. North Yorkshire Police attended an address in Gatesgarth Close on Monday, with a 69-year-old man found dead inside his property. Concerns were raised after the death followed a similar incident just days previously on 21 May, when emergency services were called to the sudden death of a 49-year-old man in an adjoining property. At this stage, it is not known how both men died, and their deaths are being treated as unexplained. As a precautionary measure, residents who live in two adjoining properties have been evacuated and provided with alternative accommodation while an investigation continues. A cordon remains in place at the two properties while an examination with specialist officers takes place, with tests being carried out to determine the presence of any environmental factors that may have led to their deaths. A police spokesperson said people might notice officers in full protective clothing and specialist equipment at the scene. They continued: '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.'
The Independent
29-05-2025
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- The Independent
Neighbours' unexplained deaths prompts evacuation of quiet street in British seaside town
Residents of a street in Scarborough have been evacuated after the unexplained deaths of two men in separate homes. North Yorkshire Police attended an address in Gatesgarth Close on Monday, with a 69-year-old man found dead inside his property. Concerns were raised after the death followed a similar incident just days previously on 21 May, when emergency services were called to the sudden death of a 49-year-old man in an adjoining property. At this stage, it is not known how both men died, and their deaths are being treated as unexplained. As a precautionary measure, residents who live in two adjoining properties have been evacuated and provided with alternative accommodation while an investigation continues. A cordon remains in place at the two properties while an examination with specialist officers takes place, with tests being carried out to determine the presence of any environmental factors that may have led to their deaths. A police spokesperson said people might notice officers in full protective clothing and specialist equipment at the scene. They continued: '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.'
BBC News
29-05-2025
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- BBC News
Inquiries continue after two unexplained deaths in Scarborough
Emergency services are continuing to search properties close to homes where two men were found dead. North Yorkshire Police officers were called to Gatesgarth Close in Scarborough on Monday, following the death of a 69-year-old man. Five days earlier the force was called to a similar incident at the adjoining home, where a 49-year-old man was found dead. Residents in the neighbouring properties have been evacuated as a precaution and they remain in alternative accommodation while specialist searches continue, a force spokesperson said. Scarborough and Whitby MP Alison Hume said she was saddened to hear about the unexplained deaths and her thoughts were with the men's families. "Understandably, people in the town will be concerned. North Yorkshire Police have stressed they do not believe there is any risk to the wider community at this time," she said."I know they are working extremely hard to get to the bottom of what has happened in both cases." Police tents and a cordon have been set up in front of the properties while an examination of the scene takes place. Officers said tests were being carried out to determine the presence of any environmental factors that may have contributed to the deaths. They said fire and police officers would be wearing protective clothing as a precaution until they know more about how the men housing association responsible for the properties, Beyond Housing, 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." Ken Rumford, who lives in the area, said he noticed emergency services arriving on the street on Monday."It just escalated from there," he said. "Two fire cars came and the gas board. They put sensors around the windows but then cleared off."Mr Rumford said police had knocked on his door to reassure him and confirm the investigation was taking place. "We're just waiting to see now," he added. Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
Daily Mail
29-05-2025
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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.'
