Husband and wife found dead at home alongside family dog by devastated daughter

A husband and wife were found dead at home in mysterious circumstances by their distraught daughter.

Former rugby referee Steve Jefferies and wife Christine, who were described as "wonderful people" by their next door neighbour, suffered "serious wounds", according to reports.

The discovery was made after neighbours raised concerns about not seeing them.

A police corden remains in place at the property and South Wales Police have confirmed they are investigating "the sudden deaths of a couple".

Police were called to the home in Morfa Crescent, Trowbridge at 14:50 BST Saturday after the couple's daughter raised the alarm.

A neighbour, who did not want to be named, reported: "We knew something was wrong because we all look out for each other in this little block here.

"We noticed something was strange [and] that the curtains hadn't been opened and that was it. We managed to get hold of their daughter and she came and went in."

A statement issued by South Wales Police confirmed two bodies has been found at the property, a 72-year-old woman and a 74-year-old man.

The force added: "A rifle has been recovered from the property. A dog was also found deceased at the address."

Detective Chief Inspector Lianne Rees said: "We understand this incident has shocked and saddened the local community. Extensive enquiries are being conducted to establish the circumstances leading up to this incident.

"We are awaiting the results of post-mortem examinations which will confirm the cause of death."

South Wales Police have confirmed the force is not actively seeking any other person in connection with the couple's deaths.

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