Man arrested over Killamarsh deaths taken to hospital

Derbyshire Police said the 31-year-old has "self-inflicted minor injuries"

Chandos Crescent
Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 21st Sep 2021
Last updated 21st Sep 2021

A man arrested in connection with the deaths of a mother and three children in Killamarsh has been taken to hospital with "minor injuries."

Derbyshire Police say they are self-inflicted, and the 31-year-old remains in custody.

Meanwhile, floral tributes have been left overnight after a vigil for three children and a woman who were found dead in Chandos Crescent on Sunday morning.

Chandos Crescent

The bodies of 13-year-old John Paul, and 11-year-old Lacey Bennett were discovered shortly after police were called to concerns about a man.

They were found alongside their mother Terri Harris and a third child- 11-year-old Connie Gent from Sheffield.

Around 300 people, including children, took turns to place candles around a post in the centre of the park.

Outwood Academy City have tweeted today to say there will be a delayed start to school today and also any students or staff affected by the tragedy will be able to get specialist support on site.

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