Third arrest made after teenagers die at Bridlington holiday park
Police have said a third man has been arrested for manslaughter after teenage sweethearts died on holiday in Bridlington.
Humberside police said a 27-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter and was being held in custody.
It follows the deaths of Cherish Bean, 15, and Ethan Slater, 17, whose bodies were found in a rental property at Little Eden Holiday Park, in Bridlington, on Wednesday, February 18.
Police said “significant work” continues as they work to establish the full circumstances and the families of both teenagers were being offered support by specialist trained officers.
The force said it was working alongside a number of organisations as part of in the investigation including the Health and Safety Executive .
Senior investigating officer, DCI Ben Robinson 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.
“Two men, aged 33 and 42, who were arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter have 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.
“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."