Police reassure public after two neighbours died in Scarborough
The deaths are currently being treated as unexplained
Last updated 29th May 2025
North Yorkshire Police do not believe there are any risks to the wider community following the deaths of two men on the same street in Scarborough.
Emergency services are working at two adjoining properties in Gatesgarth Close.
On Monday 26 May, police were called to the sudden death of a 69-year-old man.
Officers became concerned as the death followed a similar incident on 21 May when emergency services were called to the sudden death of a 49-year-old man in an adjoining property.
At this stage it is not known how the men died and both deaths are being treated as unexplained.
As emergency services work to establish the circumstances and the cause of their deaths, and as a precautionary measure, two adjoining properties have been evacuated and the residents are being provided with alternative accommodation.
A scene guard and cordon remain in place while a full search and examination of the scene is carried out along with tests to determine the presence of any environmental factors that may have contributed to their deaths. Tests are also due to be carried out to help determine the cause of their deaths.
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service and police officers are carrying out a specialist search of the property and members of the public may see officers in full protective clothing and specialist equipment at the scene.
The force say their thoughts remain with the men’s families who are being supported by specially trained officers at this sad time.
They have also thanked local residents for their patience and understanding.