26/10/2005

Elderly couple and great grandson found dead

An elderly couple and a young boy have been found dead in their home in Blackwood, south Wales.

Patrick Chidgey, 71, his 68-year-old wife, Hazel Gloria Chidgey and their five-year-old great grandson, McCauley Levi Thomas were found in their home in Brynhyryd Street, Pontllanfraith on Tuesday evening.

Gwent Police said that all three were confirmed dead at the scene.

The cause of death is still unknown, although police said that carbon monoxide was present in the house. It is also understood that South Wales Fire Service was called to the address around 2025 BST on Tuesday.

Post mortems are due to take place on Wednesday.

The immediate area has been sealed off while experts inspect the property.

The investigation continues.

(KMcA/SP)

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