Double murder investigation underway in East Sussex
The bodies of a man and a woman were found in the Lewes Road area of Newhaven last night
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after two bodies were found at a house in East Sussex.
Sussex Police said officers attended a property in Lewes Road, Newhaven at around 7pm on Friday and found a 33-year-old man and a 30-year-old woman dead at the scene.
A 64-year-old man from Brighton has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody, the force said.
Detective Chief Inspector Kimball Edey said: "We are in the early stages of this fast-moving investigation following a tragic incident in which two people have sadly lost their lives.
"A suspect was swiftly taken into custody and at this stage we are not looking for anyone else in relation to this matter.
"I understand this will be alarming to the community and there will be an increased police presence in the area for some time.
"I would like to thank the public for their patience and understanding while we establish the full circumstances."