Two people charged with murder of teenager in Darlington

A 14 year old girl was found dead at a home in Geneva Road late on Friday night

Geneva Road, Darlington
Author: Jonny FreemanPublished 7th Jul 2024

A man and a woman have been charged with the murder of a teenager in Darlington.

Police and paramedics were called to an address in Geneva Road shortly after 11pm on Friday (5th July).

Officers have confirmed the girl was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

Simon Vickers and Sarah Hall, both of Geneva Road, Darlington, have been charged with murder and will appear at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ Court tomorrow.

Detective Superintendent Craig Rudd, Senior Investigating Officer, said:

“This incident has resulted in the tragic death of a young girl, and our thoughts are with her family and friends.

“I would like to thank the local community for their patience and co-operation while investigative work is still being carried out at the scene, and to reassure residents that we believe this to be an isolated incident.”

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