British Expat Couple Found Dead in France Under Suspicious Circumstances

Authorities investigate whether the deaths were a murder-suicide or involved a third party, with financial and personal motives under scrutiny.

Dawn Searle, 56, died from multiple head injuries caused by a blunt and sharp object, while her husband, Andrew Searle, 62, was found hanged inside their home in Les Pesquies, France.
Investigators discovered the couple’s home appeared to have been searched, with cash and a jewelry box found near Dawn’s body, but no weapon was located at the scene.
Police are exploring theories including a domestic dispute leading to murder-suicide, a botched burglary, or a targeted attack potentially linked to Andrew’s career as a financial crime investigator.
Neighbors described the couple as generous and well-integrated into the local community, but Andrew was reportedly seen agitated during phone calls shortly before their deaths.
Further forensic examinations, including toxicology tests, are ongoing, with investigators emphasizing that no leads have been ruled out.