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Woodmancote murder probe: Two adults and two children found dead | Woodmancote murder probe: Two adults and two children found dead |
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Two adults and two children who are believed to be from the same family have been found dead at a house. | Two adults and two children who are believed to be from the same family have been found dead at a house. |
The bodies of the four people and a pet dog were found at a property in Duffield Lane, Woodmancote, West Sussex, on Sunday. | The bodies of the four people and a pet dog were found at a property in Duffield Lane, Woodmancote, West Sussex, on Sunday. |
Police have begun a murder inquiry, but said it was thought to be an "isolated incident contained to one property". | Police have begun a murder inquiry, but said it was thought to be an "isolated incident contained to one property". |
Sussex Police said detectives were not currently "seeking anyone else in connection with the incident". | Sussex Police said detectives were not currently "seeking anyone else in connection with the incident". |
"Our thoughts are with the family at this incredibly difficult and challenging time," Ch Supt Jerry Westerman said. | "Our thoughts are with the family at this incredibly difficult and challenging time," Ch Supt Jerry Westerman said. |
Officers remained at the scene on Monday night and Ch Supt Westerman said: "Local residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the area as our enquiries continue." |