Police investigation underway after man and woman in their 70s found dead in Poole

Dorset Police officers were called to Anthony’s Avenue alongside the ambulance service yesterday (Tuesday 31 December) where the bodies of a man and a woman, both aged in their 70s, were found inside a property. Credit: ITV News Meridian

A police investigation is underway after a man and a woman were found dead at an address in Poole.

Dorset Police officers were called to Anthony’s Avenue alongside the ambulance service yesterday (Tuesday 31 December) where the bodies of a man and a woman, both aged in their 70s, were found inside a property.

Police say the man and the woman were known to each other.

Their next kin have been informed and the coroner has been notified.

Detective Inspector Ian Allen, of Dorset Police, said: “This is a very sad incident and we are doing all we can to support the next of kin.

“Officers are carrying out enquiries to establish exactly what happened and a cordon is in place to allow a thorough investigation of the scene to take place.

“At this time, it is not believed anyone else was involved in the incident and enquiries will continue to find out the full circumstances surrounding the deaths.

“I am appealing to anyone who may have any information to help our investigation to please contact Dorset Police.

“We are trying to establish a timeline of what happened, but are currently considering the period over the Christmas holidays until today.

“There will be an increased police presence in the area and we would encourage anyone to contact officers from the local neighbourhood policing team if they have any concerns or information.”

Anybody with information is being asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting the number 55240198989.

Want a quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories? Listen to our latest podcasts to find out What You Need To Know