Teenager arrested over suspected murder in Alton released on bail
An elderly couple were found dead at the scene of a house fire in the town on Monday
A 16 year old arrested on suspicion of the murder of an elderly couple in Alton has been released on bail.
A man in his 90s and a woman in her 80s were found dead at the scene of a house fire in Heron Close in the East Hampshire town at around 4am on Monday 14th April.
An investigation was launched by Hampshire Police and Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service to determine the cause of the fire and establish the circumstances of what took place.
We're told a number of lines of enquiry are being pursued as an investigation continues.
Detective Superintendent Danielle Daltrey from Hampshire Police said:
“This is a tragic incident that will undoubtedly cause concern for local residents in Alton.
“We want people to remain reassured that we are investigating this incident as an absolute priority. Officers have been working to follow up every available line of enquiry, including reviewing CCTV, and speaking to anyone who has information that could assist us.
“We have arrested someone as part of this investigation, and our enquiries will continue as we develop the bigger picture around what exactly has occurred.
“Did you witness anyone behaving suspiciously in the area between midnight and 5am on 14 April? Do you have any CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage which may show anyone behaving suspiciously in the area around this time?
“If you have any information at all, no matter how small, please get in contact with us.”