An investigation has been launched following the deaths of a man and woman in Cornwall. A woman in her 60s was found dead at a property in Churchtown Road, Illogen at around 6.55am today (Friday, January 10), Devon and Cornwall Police has said.
A short while later, emergency services were called to the A30 following concerns for the welfare of a man in his 50s. Devon and Cornwall Police said the man fell from a bridge and was sadly declared dead at the scene.
Police say the man and the woman were known to each other and the next of kin of both of their families have been informed. A spokesperson for the force added that there is not believed to be anyone else involved. An investigation is underway to establish the circumstances of both deaths.
The A30 was closed near Illogen for several hours as part of an ongoing investigation into the incidents. It reopened by around 1.30pm this afternoon, while New Portreath Road remains closed.
Detective Superintendent Jon Bancroft said: “This is an incredibly sad incident and we are doing all we can to support the next-of-kin of the people who have died. Officers are carrying out enquiries to establish exactly what happened and cordons have been in place to allow for a thorough investigation of the scenes.
“It is not believed anyone else was involved in the incident and enquiries will continue to find out the full circumstances surrounding the deaths. I would like to reassure the community that this is being treated as an isolated incident and at this time we are not seeking anyone else in connection to the deaths.
“There will be an increased police presence in the areas and we would encourage anyone to contact officers from the local neighbourhood policing team if they have any concerns.”
Anyone with information can contact police online or by telephone on 101, quoting log number 131 of 10/01/25.