BBC: Polish family found dead in Staines-upon-Thames

British media have reported that a Polish man and his three sons were found dead in their home in Staines-upon-Thames, southwest of London, on Saturday. Authorities believe that no external factors were involved in their deaths.

A Polish man and his three young sons were found dead in their Staines-upon-Thameshome on Saturday, with authorities treating the case as an isolated incident with no external factors involved in their deaths.

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Officers discovered the bodies on Saturday afternoon. Surrey Police confirmed that the three boys (including twins), all under the age of four, were related to the man and stated that, at this stage of the investigation, the incident is being treated as isolated and not involving any other individuals.

Chief Inspector Lucy Sanders told BBC London that they are working to determine the exact circumstances of the incident and that the families of the deceased are being supported by specialized officers.

The formal identification of the bodies is still pending, so the police have not released personal details. Nonetheless, British media disclosed the names and photos of the victims on Sunday afternoon.

The police have notified the immediate family, including the boys' mother, and are offering psychological support. Additionally, because of previous interactions with the family, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has been informed.

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Source: IAR/PAP/BBC London

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