Mystery as husband, 83, and wife, 81, found dead at their Cheshire home as police launch probe
POLICE have launched an investigation following the tragic double
death of a husband and wife.
Norman and Margaret Waller, 83 and 81, were discovered at their home in Gawsworth, Cheshire, on Friday morning.
Officers described their deaths as "sudden" and are investigating
whether one or both of them took their own lives.
No other people are believed to have been involved.
Police said they were called to an address on Congleton Road on Friday March 12 shortly after 10.15am following a report of concern for the occupants.
A spokesman for Cheshire Police said: "On arrival, officers sadly
discovered the bodies of Norman Waller and Margaret Waller.
"Enquiries, including a Home Office post-mortem, suggest no other people were involved in the incident.
"Formal ID has taken place and the family are being supported by
specialist officers.
"A file will be prepared for the coroner on the conclusion of the
investigation."
The couple's family paid tribute to them.
They said in a statement: "Our hearts are broken with the loss of our
dad and mum.
"They will be missed by us, their many cherished siblings and their friends forever. Carole, Angela, Martin and Allan."