Police investigating unexplained deaths of woman and child

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Police say that investigations are ongoing into the deaths of a woman and child at a property in Bodmin. Officers from Devon and Cornwall Police were called to the scene by the ambulance service at 10.10am on Saturday, September 7.

The call came following a report of concern for their welfare. The woman and child were treated by emergency services on scene at the property in the Fletchersbridge area. However they were both confirmed dead at the scene.

Police have confirmed that formal identification remains ongoing, and their next of kin have been informed. They are being supported by specially trained officers of the force.

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Detective Inspector Neil Blanchard said: “This is a tragic and incredibly sad incident. The deaths are currently being treated as unexplained and we are investigating them to establish the full circumstances of what occurred.

“I would like to reassure the community that this is being treated as an isolated incident and at this time we are not seeking anyone else in connection to the deaths.”