See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy MATT STRUDWICK, SENIOR NEWS REPORTER and ADAM POGRUND, REPORTER Published: 14:11 BST, 7 July 2026 | Updated: 19:43 BST, 7 July 2026
An international manhunt has been launched for a murder suspect after a mother and her two children were found dead at a house.Officers made the discovery yesterday in Carnoustie Drive, Great Denham, near Bedford, where homes cost an average of £935,000. Police had to force entry into the property after concerns were raised about the trio who had not been seen for several days. Detectives have since identified a murder suspect, who was known to all three victims and is believed to have fled Britain. Bedfordshire Police has described its investigation as 'incredibly complex' and has deployed specialist teams. Formal identification of the victims has not yet taken place, the force said. Assistant Chief Constable John Murphy said: 'This is a deeply distressing incident in which a mother and her two children are believed to have been murdered.'Our thoughts are first and foremost with all those affected.'We recognise that this will cause concern in the local community and beyond.'This is the early stages of what is an incredibly complex investigation. We are committing all necessary resources to establish exactly what has happened and to find the person responsible. An international manhunt has been launched for a murder suspect after a mother and her two children were found dead at a house in Carnoustie Drive, Great Denham, near Bedford Bedfordshire Police has described its investigation as 'incredibly complex' and has deployed specialist teams. Pictured: Officers outside the house on Tuesday Police are appealing for any witnesses who may have heard or seen anything, particularly on Friday and Saturday, to come forward'As a result of enquiries undertaken so far, we have identified a suspect, who was known to all three victims, and who we believe has since left the country.'While there is nothing to suggest there is any wider risk to the public, we will be increasing the police presence in and around the area to support the investigation and provide reassurance to residents.'I would ask anyone who may have information about this incident, or who may have heard or seen any suspicious activity in Carnoustie Drive, particularly on Friday and Saturday, to please come forward to police as soon as possible. Any information, no matter how small, could help our investigation.'I would also ask people to be mindful of the privacy of the victims and avoid speculating about what might have happened.'
