Michael and Heather Newton, both in their 70s, were discovered dead in their home, leading to a police investigation into the tragic incident
Poole: A couple in their 70s, Michael and Heather Newton, were found dead in their home on New Year’s Eve. It’s being looked at as a suspected murder-suicide. They were discovered in their Lilliput home near Poole Harbour.
The police are now investigating the situation. They’ve informed the next of kin and the Dorset coroner. Thankfully, they don’t suspect foul play.
One local resident shared their shock, saying it’s unsettling for such a thing to happen in what’s usually a safe area. They didn’t know the couple personally but felt sad for their loved ones.
Detective Inspector Ian Allen from Dorset Police said it’s a very sad incident. They’re doing everything they can to support the family. Officers are working hard to figure out what happened, and they’ve set up a cordon to investigate the scene thoroughly.
He mentioned that they don’t believe anyone else was involved and are looking for any information that could help. If anyone knows something, they’re encouraged to reach out to the police.
For those wanting to stay updated, there’s a WhatsApp community for the latest news. It’s a great way to get daily updates without anyone else seeing who’s in the group.
They’re also working on establishing a timeline of events, especially over the Christmas holidays. There will be more police presence in the area, and locals are encouraged to talk to officers if they have any concerns.
If you have any information, you can contact Dorset Police through their website or by calling 101. You can also reach out to Crimestoppers anonymously if you prefer.
