A man and a woman have been discovered dead at the Premier Inn on Mercury...

Published: 6:48 pm July 1, 2023
Updated: 7:57 am October 8, 2025
Two People Found Dead at Romford Premier Inn, Substance Concerns Arise – UKNIP

A man and a woman have been discovered dead at the Premier Inn on Mercury Gardens today in Romford. Emergency services were summoned to the scene at approximately 12:43 pm, where all necessary personnel were promptly assembled.

Upon arrival, authorities found the man and woman unresponsive, and unfortunately, they were pronounced dead at the scene. Given concerns about a substance found at the hotel, specialist officers were also present to ensure the safety of all involved.

The Metropolitan Police released a statement, saying, “Police were called at 12:43 pm on Saturday, 1 July, after two people were found unresponsive at a hotel in Mercury Gardens, Romford. Officers attended along with the London Ambulance Service and the London Fire Brigade. A man and a woman were pronounced dead at the scene.”

The deaths are currently being treated as unexpected, and further investigations are underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.

Local authorities have not disclosed any information regarding the identities of the deceased individuals or the potential cause of death. The presence of a substance at the scene has raised concerns, and authorities are working diligently to establish its nature and any possible connection to the deaths.

As the investigation progresses, more details will likely emerge to shed light on this distressing event. The community awaits further updates as authorities strive to uncover the circumstances surrounding the tragic loss of these two lives.

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