Police have given a major update following the deaths of two teens in what their family described as “unimaginable heartbreak” during a half term holiday.
Humberside Police are continuing to investigate the incident at Little Eden Holiday Park, near Bridlington after Cherish Bean, 15, and Ethan Slater, 17, were found dead inside a rental chalet at the park on Wednesday (February 18).
Today (February 21), police confirmed that a third man has been arrested following the deaths of the teenagers, who were boyfriend and girlfriend. Two other men who were arrested in connection with the tragedy have since been released on bail.
The force said this is a “highly complex” investigation as a statement was issued following the additional arrest.
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Senior investigating officer Detective Chief Inspector Ben Robinson, of Humberside Police, said: “This remains a highly complex and detailed investigation, and I can confirm a third man, 27-years-old, has now been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter and remains in custody at this time.
“The two men, aged 33 and 42, who were arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter have since been released on conditional bail as detectives continue to carry out extensive enquiries.
“Significant work continues behind the scenes, including the careful assessment of information gathered, specialist analysis, and ongoing consultation with partner agencies to ensure we establish the full circumstances surrounding these deaths.
“My sincerest and heartfelt condolences continue to remain with the families of both teenagers through this unimaginably difficult time. They are being kept fully updated as the investigation progresses, and specialist trained officers continue to provide support.
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“The cordon remains in place at Little Eden Holiday Park, and we continue to work in coordination with the Health and Safety Executive alongside our partners from Humberside Fire & Rescue, and East Riding of Yorkshire Council. I would like to thank our communities for their co-operation throughout the complexities of this investigation which remains ongoing, and we will continue to provide updates as and when we are able to.”
On Friday (Febararuy 20), family tributes were published to Cherish and Ethan following their tragic deaths, reports HullLive.
Cherish’s mum said: “My girl, my world, my love, my everything. My perfect girl, my angel, has left this world and we are broken as a family. I am broken as a mother, and I will never ever be the same again.”
Paying tribute to Ethan, his mum said: “Ethan was the most beautiful young man to walk the earth. He was generous, loving, charming and kind.
“He would help anyone and was a strong family man. He took care of himself and loved his Mum, Stepdad, brothers and sister.”
Tributes were posted online alongside a GoFundMe set up in honour of Ethan, which has raised over £18,000 at the time of writing.
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