Homicide investigation after mother and child found dead near Bedford

A homicide investigation has been launched after a mother and her two children were found on a property near Bedford.

Bedfordshire Police swooped on an address in Carnoustie Drive, Great Denham, after receiving reports the family had not been seen for several days.

Officials say they have identified a suspect known to all the victims, but they believe he has left the country.

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