British retiree found dead after violent attack at isolated French home
An 85-year-old British retiree was found dead at his home in Verlus, south-west France, after what investigators described as a very violent beating. Police began investigating after two men allegedly fled in his car and ran from officers; the case matters locally because the victim was a longstanding resident whom the mayor described as popular and friendly.
The man was alone at home while his wife was in hospital, and the house is in an isolated part of the village. Initial medical inspection indicated severe blows to his face, with the worst injuries around his head; signs of a struggle were also found inside. An autopsy was due on Monday, while prosecutors said they had not established whether the suspects intended to steal or had another motive.
- British retiree found beaten to death at his French home.
- Two men fled in his car and remain sought.
- Investigators have not established a motive.
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Originally published by Daily Mail as “British expat, 85, is found dead at his French home after ‘very violent beating’ as cops hunt two men”.