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.