Human Remains Found in St Helens Flat – Man Charged
A chilling discovery in St Helens has led to a 65-year-old man being charged after human remains were uncovered in a flat late on Thursday night. The grim find has sparked a major police investigation.
Body Discovered at Gerards Court
Police were called to Gerards Court at around 11.30pm on 8 January following a safety concern report. Officers searched the flat and found human remains. The identity of the deceased has not yet been confirmed.
Man Charged and Second Arrest Made
- George Gordon, 65, from Gerards Court, was arrested at the scene.
- He faces charges of preventing lawful and decent burial and obstructing the coroner.
- Gordon is remanded to appear at Liverpool Magistrates Court on Monday 12 January.
- A second man, aged 58 and from St Helens, was also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and remains in custody.
Police Launch Urgent Appeal for Information
Merseyside Police have urged anyone with information to come forward immediately. Call 101 or message @MerPolCC on social media with reference 26000020614.
Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their online form.
