A 58-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man and a woman were found dead at a home in St. Leonards-on-Sea, Sussex. Police were called to the property in Seven Acre Close shortly after 4:30 a.m. on Tuesday following reports of injuries.
Upon arrival, officers discovered the bodies of a 46-year-old woman and a 66-year-old man. Later that day, at approximately 5 p.m., Sussex Police announced the arrest of a 58-year-old man in connection with the deaths.
Detective Superintendent Jay Mendis-Gunasekera stated that the suspect and victims were known to each other and that authorities are not seeking anyone else in connection with the incident. He described the situation as a "tragic loss of life" and expressed condolences to the victims' families and friends. The arrested man remains in custody.
Police are continuing their investigation to understand the circumstances surrounding the deaths. An increased police presence has been noted in the area as inquiries proceed. Authorities are appealing to the public for information, including CCTV, doorbell, mobile phone, or dashcam footage, urging anyone with relevant material to report it online or by calling 101, referencing Operation Newington.
Some local residents reported hearing a disturbance, described as fighting, emanating from the address on Monday evening, prior to the discovery of the bodies on Tuesday morning. One anonymous resident mentioned hearing a fight involving what appeared to be two males and two females at the address, adding that the scene suggested a homicide.
