A man has been arrested after two people were killed in the early hours of this morning (June 20).

Police were called to an address on Buckland Avenue in the early hours, around 2AM, in which they discovered a man in his 60s and a woman in her 20s who had both sustained serious injuries, and were pronounced dead at the scene.

Later, a 52-year-old was arrested on suspicion of double murder, and remains in custody at this time.

Detective Superintendent Neil Corrigan said: “We understand this incident will come as a shock to the local community.

“Please be reassured that we have a number of officers working hard at the scene and the surrounding areas to establish the exact circumstances, and a man is in custody.

“We believe all parties involved in this incident were known to one another."

Formal identification procedures remain ongoing at this time, with Buckland Avenue remaining closed to traffic while forensic investigators examine the house. 

Police have appealed for information about the crime, with DS Corrigan saying: “If you live in the area and have any information or concerns about this incident, do not hesitate to speak with one of our officers if you see them, or give us a call on 101 quoting Operation Carnation.”

Anyone with information can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org