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Man and woman found dead at Majestic Hotel in Harrogate

A man and a woman from London were found dead at the DoubleTree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic hotel last night.

A man and a woman from London were found dead at the DoubleTree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic hotel last night. Police were called and discovered the bodies in a hotel room at around 10:20pm on Tuesday 4th May. They were pronounced dead at the scene. The pair, who were reportedly in their late 30's or early 40's, are believed to have known each other. Police have confirmed a detailed investigation is underway, however they're not looking for anyone else in connection with the deaths. Detective Superintendent Wayne Fox of North Yorkshire Police’s Major Investigation Team said:

"We were called at around 10:20pm on Tuesday 4th May by hotel staff at the Majestic Hotel to a report that the bodies of a man and a woman had been located in a hotel room. "On arrival, a man and a woman, both in their late 30s/early 40s from the London area, were pronounced dead at the scene by colleagues from the ambulance service. Their families have been informed and are being supported by specially-trained officers. "A detailed investigation is under way looking into the circumstances of both deaths. We can confirm that we are not looking for anyone else in connection with the deaths and would like to reassure the local community that we believe that this is an isolated incident."
A spokesman for the DoubleTree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel & Spa said:
“Following an incident last night, the police were called and we are currently assisting them with their enquiries.”
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