Overview

• Andrew and Dawn Searle, a British couple in their 60s, were found dead at their home in Les Pesquiès, a hamlet in southwest France, on Thursday, February 6, 2025.
• Dawn Searle was reportedly found outside the property with head injuries and scattered jewelry, while Andrew Searle was discovered hanged inside the home with a gag in his mouth.
• Authorities have ruled the deaths as homicides and are investigating potential motives, including a burglary gone wrong or possible retaliation linked to Andrew's career in financial crime prevention.
• The couple, described as well-integrated and popular in the local community, had lived in the area for a decade and were known for their active social lives.
• The investigation remains ongoing, with forensic teams examining the scene and autopsies scheduled to determine the precise causes of death.