Two teenage boys have been arrested on suspicion of murder after an elderly couple were killed in a house fire. Stan Rickman, 91, and Roma Rickman, 88, were found dead at their home in Alton, Hampshire, at 4am on April 14. Firefighters and police rushed to the scene but tragically they could not be saved.
Police have now confirmed two 15-year-old boys have been arrested on suspicion of murder. They have both been bailed with conditions while officers investigate. A 16 year-old boy from Alton who was arrested on suspicion of murder has also been released on police bail with conditions.
Senior Investigating Officer Detective Superintendent Danielle Daltrey said “Investigating this incident remains a top priority and we are continuing our work to establish the circumstances.
“We would still like to speak to anyone who may have information which could assist our investigation.
“Did you witness anyone behaving suspiciously in the area between midnight and 5am on 14 April? Do you have any CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage which may show anyone behaving suspiciously in the area around this time?
“If you have any information which could assist, please report this to us.”
Stan and Roma were pronounced dead at the scene.This is a breaking news story. Follow us on Google News, Flipboard, Apple News, Twitter, Facebook or visit The Mirror homepage.
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