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Murder Inquiry Launched Into Death of 88-Year-Old at Sleaford Manor Care Home

A post-mortem finding prompted detectives to escalate the case.

Overview

  • Lincolnshire Police opened a murder probe after a post-mortem on the 88-year-old found dead at Sleaford Manor Care Home in Sleaford around 2 a.m. Sunday.
  • A 74-year-old man and a 75-year-old woman were arrested in the early inquiries and have been released from custody.
  • The Major Crime Unit is leading what police describe as a very early-stage investigation, and people may see several police vehicles at the site.
  • Detective Inspector Mel Rooke said there is no wider risk to the public and asked that the family and the care home be given privacy.
  • Care UK, which runs the home, said it is deeply saddened and will cooperate with the investigation.