DETECTIVES have issued an update after three people died at a care home yesterday.
Dorset Police said they are exploring the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning at the Gainsborough Care Home in Ulwell Road, Swanage.
Police remain on the scene at Gainsborough Care Home at Swanage in Dorset today[/caption]
The deaths of the three residents – two men aged 74 and 91 and an 86-year-old woman – are being treated as unexplained.
Their families are being updated with any developments as the investigation progresses.
Seven people were taken to hospital as a precaution and are not in a serious condition.
Other residents of the care home were evacuated to a church hall and are continuing to be supported by Dorset Council and the health service.
Detectives are still exploring possible carbon monoxide poisoning as the primary line of enquiry and there is no wider risk to the community.
A 60-year-old local woman who was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter has been released under investigation while enquiries continue.
