Video: Huge police presence at scene of Doncaster double death tragedy

This is the scene in a quiet Doncaster residential street this lunchtime where a major police probe is under way after the discovery of two bodies.

The bodies of an 82-year-old man and 78-year-old woman were discovered at the scene in Brockenhurst Road, Hatfield on Sunday evening.

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."

A scene is currently in place on Brockenhurst Road and is expected to remain in place until later today.