Two men who died following a suspected murder have been named by police.

Father and son, both named Peter Cooke, aged 36 and 68, sadly died at a property on Eaglesfield Road in Hartlepool on Friday (March 15).

A 39-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder remains on police bail while enquiries into the deaths continue.

The Northern Echo: Two men, both named Peter Cooke, aged 36 and 68, sadly died at a property on Eaglesfield Road in
The family of the men have asked for privacy at this difficult time.

A Cleveland Police spokesperson said: “Specially trained officers continue to support the family as an investigation continues into their deaths.

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The Northern Echo: Two men, both named Peter Cooke, aged 36 and 68, sadly died at a property on Eaglesfield Road in

“A 39-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of murder remains on police bail whilst enquiries continue.

“Police are carrying out high visibility reassurance patrols in the area.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101, quoting incident number 047584.”

Police were originally called to Eaglesfield Road just before midnight on Friday (March 15) night where they discovered two deceased males.

Patrols were carried out in the area following the incident and residents were told to expect an increase in police presence.

At the time, a Cleveland Police spokesperson said: "Police were called to a property on Eaglesfield Road in Hartlepool around 11.40pm on Friday 15th March, where sadly the bodies of two males were located.

“Officers are investigating the circumstances surrounding their deaths.

 “Family members of the men have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.

 “Our thoughts remain with them at this extremely difficult time.”