Police launch extensive investigation into death of County Durham man shot in his home
Police have launched an "extensive investigation" after a 60-year-old was shot dead in his home, Durham Constabulary said.
Last updated 1st May 2025
Police have launched an "extensive investigation" after a 60-year-old was shot dead in his home, Durham Constabulary said.
Speaking outside Stanley police station, Superintendent Peter Carr said: "This is an extensive investigation.
"A 35-strong team of detectives from our major crime team are currently working around the clock with the support of armed response officers, specialist crime scene investigators, specialist search teams and neighbourhood officers.
"The victim's family are being supported by dedicated family liaison officers, and our thoughts remain with them at this time.
"This was a frightening incident for those involved and those living nearby."
Superintendent Carr appealed for anyone who witnessed a white Seat Arona with the registration NA24 OJK on Saturday in the Stanley and Annfield Plain areas to contact police.
A 37-year-old man and a 35-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder remain in police custody,
Superintendent Peter Carr said: "At 5.20pm on Saturday, April 5, we were called to a report of a disturbance at an address in Elm Street, South Moor.
"During the incident, Barry Dawson was shot through the window of his home address.
"Sadly, despite the best efforts of paramedics, Mr Dawson died at the scene.
"A 37-year-old man and a 35-year-old woman who were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder remain in police custody."