Sussex Police have charged Sean Gray, 58, with two counts of murder after officers discovered the bodies of Adrian Horton, 66, and Uschi Schild, 46, at a property in Seven Acre Close, St Leonards-on-Sea. Police were called to the address shortly after 4:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 30, following reports of injuries.
Gray, who is of no fixed address, was arrested shortly after the discovery on Battle Road. He is scheduled to appear before Brighton Magistrates' Court on Friday, July 3.
Detective Superintendent Jay Mendis-Gunasekera stated that the investigation is ongoing and the suspect is believed to have known the victims. Police are not currently seeking anyone else in connection with the deaths.
Officers are continuing inquiries at the scene and in the surrounding area, with an increased police presence maintained. Authorities are appealing for anyone with information, including CCTV, doorbell, mobile phone, or dashcam footage, to report it to Sussex Police by calling 101 or online, referencing Operation Newington.
Neighbours reported hearing a fight at the property on the evening before the bodies were discovered. One resident, who wished to remain anonymous, indicated that two males and two females were believed to be at the address at the time.