Police forensics at Warrenpoint home after two people found dead

Police are at the scene of what is understood to be the death of an elderly couple in Co Down, between Warrenpoint and Newry.

UTV understands the bodies have been in the home on the Greenan Road for some time.

Police forensics are currently carrying out investigations at the scene.

Neighbours are said to be "distraught" over the discovery.

Police have been asked for comment.

In a statement police said: "Detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths of a man and a woman at a property in the Newry area. "The deaths were reported to police on Thursday, 17th August and enquiries remain ongoing. "There are no further details at this time and an update will be provided in due course."

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