Rifle recovered from Cardiff home as elderly couple found dead named by police

Officer are continuing to investigate and remain at the scene in the Trowbridge area of the city. A dog was also found deceased at the address. Credit: Richard Swingler / Media Wales

The couple who died at a property in Cardiff have been named as Christine Jefferies, 72, and Stephen Jefferies, 74.

South Wales Police have recovered a rifle from a property in the Trowbridge area of the city where the husband and wife were found dead on Saturday.

Detectives say they are not currently seeking anyone else in connections with their deaths. A dog was also found deceased at the address.

Police are to supporting and updating the family of Mr and Mrs Jefferies and say enquiries are continuing to establish what happened.

Emergency services were called to the house in Morfa Crescent, at around 2.50pm on Saturday October 5.

Detective Chief Inspector Lianne Rees, from South Wales Police, said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Christine and Stephen Jefferies at this difficult time.

“Extensive enquiries are continuing as we establish the tragic events which took place on Saturday.

“I would like to thank the community for their continued support and understanding while we progress the investigation.”

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