Couple found dead at home ‘maybe killed over parking feud’, neighbors say

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Residents who live near the couple in the sleepy village of Norton Fitzwaren Somerset named them Stephen Chapel, 34, and his wife Jenny, also in her 30s.

The scene at Norton Fitzwaren, Somerset (

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Neighbors said that a young couple killed in their home in front of their children may have been killed consecutively for parking.

Residents who live near the couple in the sleepy village of Norton Fitzwaren Somerset named Stephen Chapel, 34, and his wife Jenny, also in her 30s.

Two children who were on the property are said to have been unharmed but sad.

It is believed that Stephen is an IT teacher and Jennifer worked at a nearby garden center.

Neighbors indicated that they had been involved in a parking dispute with other residents in the months leading up to their deaths.

Residents who live near the couple said they were friendly, and had two young sons, aged about 4 and 7.

Two men, aged 34 and 67, have been arrested on suspicion of murder and are now in custody for questioning.

A security cordon remains at two places on two streets while officers carry out a number of investigations, including a forensic examination of the place.

Two people were found dead in the house (

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Other neighbors who live in the new building around Dragon Rise described the area as quiet, and one resident described the victims as “very friendly.”

“I knew them by sight but didn’t know their names, my dog ​​really liked the lady.”

A formal process of identification and post-mortem examinations will be conducted to determine the causes of death in a timely manner.

Due to prior police contact with those involved, a voluntary referral will be made to the Independent Office of Police Conduct.

Avon and Somerset Police said it would be inappropriate to go into more detail until a referral is considered.

Detective Neil Mead, of the Major Crimes Investigation Team, said: “Everyone’s thoughts are in force this morning with the families of the two people who died yesterday evening.

Police launched a murder investigation (

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“There were two young children inside the building at the time of the accident, and fortunately they were unharmed, except that they are understandably disturbed by what happened.

“They are being cared for and specially trained officers have been deployed to support the families of the victims at undoubtedly the most difficult times.”

“We will conduct a full and thorough investigation and do everything in our power to bring justice to the families of the victims,” ​​he added.

Investigators investigating deaths (

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While this appears to be an isolated incident, there will be increased police activity in the area to provide the community with reassurance.

“Accidents like this are very rare but when they do occur, we know they are a major concern, so we urge anyone with concerns or questions to speak to an officer or contact the local neighborhood police team.

“If anyone has information that helps with our investigation, please call 101 and give the contact wizard the reference number 5221274497.”

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