A second man has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter
Half term holidaymakers at Little Eden Holiday Park abandoned their stays amid the tragedy.(Image: Submitted)
Two teenagers who were tragically found dead inside a rental chalet at a Bridlington holiday park have been named. Humberside Police said that 15-year-old Cherish Bean and 17-year-old Ethan Slater have sadly lost their lives.
A spokesperson said that a cordon remains in place at Little Eden Holiday Park. The investigation has been described as ‘very complex’ by the force, and the public have been asked not to speculate.
In a statement issued today (Friday, February 20), Northbank Divisional Commander, Chief Superintendent Matt Peach said: “Our thoughts remain with the loved ones of both teenagers, who have been named by their families as 15-year-old Cherish Bean, and 17-year-old Ethan Slater, who tragically lost their lives. Specialist trained officers are providing ongoing support through this incredibly distressing time and I would ask again for people to refrain from speculation in respect of their privacy.
“This remains a very complex investigation with numerous lines of enquiry being followed up, and I can confirm a second man, 42-years-old, has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter and remains in custody. An extension has been granted in relation to the 33-year-old man who was arrested yesterday (Thursday, 19 February) to detain him for a further 12 hours.
“Since we received the call of concern for safety on Wednesday morning (18 February), a dedicated team of detectives and specialist officers have continued to carry out detailed enquiries to establish the full circumstances surrounding the deaths, which are thought to be connected to carbon monoxide poisoning. 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.”
Yesterday, a holidaymaker who was staying with children at the site, and who wished to remain anonymous, told Hull Live: “We woke up on the Wednesday and police, fire brigade and an ambulance crew were there. CSI turned up.”
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