Tragedy strikes as builder and son gunned down in shocking double shooting
Builder Gary and son Josh found dead with gunshot wounds
Locals have identified the victims as Gary Dunmore, 57, a builder, and his son Josh Dunmore, 32, who also worked in the trades. Both men were discovered within 40 minutes of each other, each suffering fatal gunshot wounds.
Official police confirmation is still pending, but neighbours from the two local villages are certain of the identities.
Police probe points to planned attack over custody battle
Authorities say the double shooting appears to be a targeted and carefully planned assault, linked to a bitter custody dispute. The motive is under close investigation as detectives piece together the events.
Community in shock as grief poured out at scenes
Friends, family, and neighbours laid flowers and left heartfelt notes at the crime scenes, mourning the tragic loss of father and son. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots on Wednesday evening, followed by sirens, armed police shouts, and a police helicopter circling overhead.
Three arrested as police hunt for answers
- A 27-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman were arrested in cambridge/" title="Cambridge" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Cambridge.
- Armed officers detained a 66-year-old man near Worcester in the early hours of Thursday.
Police also recovered a white Peugeot 208 believed to be linked to the incident, along with a shotgun. The investigation continues as officers search for others involved and unravel the full story behind this shocking crime.