Human remains were discovered in a St Helens flat leading to the arrest of a 65-year-old man charged with preventing lawful burial
Investigation Launched After Human Remains Found in St Helens Flat
An urgent investigation has started after human remains were found inside a flat.
Police responded to the property in St Helens, Merseyside, at around 11:30 AM on Saturday.
A 65-year-old man has been charged with preventing lawful and decent burial of a dead body.
Details of the Incident
Officers were called due to concerns for safety and discovered the remains at Geralds Court. They arrested a man at the scene.
George Gordon, of Geralds Court, has been charged with preventing lawful burial and obstructing a coroner.
He is in custody and will appear at Liverpool Magistrates Court on Monday.
Ongoing Investigation
The investigation continues, and the body has not yet been identified.
Merseyside Police encourage anyone with information to come forward.
Official Statements
A police spokesperson confirmed the charges after the remains were found. They stated, “At around 11:30 PM on Thursday, January 8, we received a report of a concern for safety.”
They added, “The person is yet to be formally identified. George Gordon, 65, was arrested at the scene.”
“As part of the ongoing investigation, a 58-year-old man from St Helens has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.”
Contact Information
Police ask for no reporting or sharing of information that could affect the proceedings.
If you have information, call 101 or DM @MerPolCC with reference 26000020614. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111 or use their online form.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Geralds Court, St Helens, Merseyside |
| Time of Incident | 11:30 AM, Saturday |
| Charged Individual | George Gordon, 65 |
| Charges | Preventing lawful burial, obstructing a coroner |
| Court Appearance | Liverpool Magistrates Court, Monday |
| Additional Arrest | 58-year-old man, suspicion of assisting an offender |
