Doncaster double death tragedy couple named as inquests open
The couple at the centre of a double death tragedy at a Doncaster house have been named and pictured as inquests into their deaths were opened.
The couple at the centre of a double death tragedy at a Doncaster house have been named and pictured as inquests into their deaths were opened.
The bodies of an 82-year-old man and 78-year-old woman were discovered at a bungalow in Brockenhurst Road, Hatfield on Sunday evening, with a huge police investigation launched into the tragedy.
The couple have now been named as Michael and Sheila Thwaites, with an inquest into the tragedy opening at Doncaster Coroner’s Court this morning.
Tributes have been paid to the couple.
One friend posted: “Thoughts are with the family and friends at this sad time they were a lovely couple.”
Another said: “So very sad, a lovely couple. Sending my condolences to the family.”
The street is lined with bungalows, largely occupied by elderly residents.
A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “On Sunday (26 April) around 7.50pm, we received a report of two people with serious injuries in a property on Brockenhurst Road in Hatfield, Doncaster.
“Our officers, alongside the ambulance service, attended and upon arrival located an 82-year-old man and a 78-year-old woman.
“Both the man and the woman were sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
“Family members have been informed and are being supported by our family liaison officers.
“They have asked for their privacy to be respected during this extremely difficult time.”
Detective Chief Inspector Ben Wood, who is the senior investigating officer on this case, said: "Our investigation is ongoing and we are working hard to understand the circumstances surrounding what happened.
“We are keeping an open mind, and will be led by the evidence, however at this time we are not looking for anybody else in connection to these deaths.
“We understand this incident will come as a shock to those in the local community and beyond, and our thoughts are very much with the loved ones affected.
"Officers remain in the area at this time and if you have any concerns please do stop and speak to them."