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No one else was wanted in connection with the deaths of paramedics and nurses in Hednesford

No one else was wanted in connection with the deaths of paramedics and nurses in Hednesford

Image description, Police say they are not looking for anyone else in connection with their investigation into the deaths.

  • Author, Alex McIntyre
  • Role, BBC News, West Midlands

Police have said they are not looking for anyone in connection with the deaths of a nursing student and a paramedic whose bodies were found on a property in Staffordshire.

On Tuesday, paramedic officers were called to an address on Alpine Drive in Hednesford.

There they discovered Lauren Evans, 22, from Bridgend in South Wales, and Daniel Duffield, 24, from Cannock, Staffordshire.

The autopsies were completed on Friday and the cause of death will be determined at a coroner’s inquest.

Staffordshire Police said they were preparing a file for the coroner, adding that specialist officers were supporting the grieving families.

Det Sup Nicki Addison said: “This incident has understandably shocked the families and loved ones of those involved.

“We would like to reiterate that the families have asked that their privacy be respected during this tragic time.”

She added that speculation would not only harm the families but could also hamper police investigations.

“I would like to thank everyone who gave us information,” she said.

In tributes to Ms Evans, she was remembered as a dedicated student with a “genuine heart” who will be missed by both staff and students.

A Swansea University spokesman said she was a final year psychiatric nursing student, adding the university was “deeply shocked and saddened” by her death.

“Lauren was passionate about nursing and showed great determination and dedication during her time at Swansea University,” they said.

“Her classmates and staff will miss her very much. Our thoughts are with Lauren’s family at this time and we extend our deepest condolences for their tragic loss.”

Tributes to Ms Evans were also left on Facebook, with one friend describing her as a “sweet girl” while another said she had a “truly pure heart” and an “infectious smile”.

Image description, Daniel Duffield, 24, was also found dead on the property in Hednesford, Staffordshire

He also appeared in the 11th series of the Channel 4 series 999: On the Frontline.

Chief operating officer Richard Barratt said Mr Duffield was a well-known employee who was always happy to help his colleagues.

Posting her condolences on Facebook earlier this week, Duffield’s sister said she was “devastated” by her loss.

“I will always cherish you and our childhood together. You will always be in my heart,” she wrote.

Staffordshire Police launched a murder investigation following the deaths and said it had contacted the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) following recent contacts with the police, although it did not specify in what capacity or with whom.

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