First picture of couple who died in murder-suicide at shooting range

The couple is said to have run the range for around 30 years before the incident on Friday

Tributes have been paid to a couple who are believed to have died in a murder-suicide at a shooting range.

Locals said Robert and Rose Jobson, reportedly ran the successful North Lincolnshire White Lodge Shooting School for 30 years before they were found dead.

Police were called to the scene near Thornton Abbey at around 3.40pm on Friday following reports of a concern for safety.

Officers have now launched a murder investigation, are not seeking any suspects in relation to the double tragedy. The couple have also not been formally identified.

Locals in the quiet village said the couple had operated the shooting school for 30 years – with the incident leaving residents shocked.

A local said: ‘It has rocked the whole community. Everyone around here knows Rob and Rose. They are wonderful people and run a successful business.

‘They’ve been here for more than 30 years and were experts in their field of clay pigeon shooting. We heard it was a murder-suicide.

Police aren’t looking for anyone else regarding the incident (Picture: GrimsbyLive/MEN MEDIA)

‘It is tragic and we are all shocked and saddened’, The Sun reported.

Senior investigating officer Chief Inspector Al Curtis said: ‘Inquiries are in the very early stages to establish the circumstances of the man and woman’s death.

A road block near the scene of the incident (Picture: GrimsbyLive/MEN MEDIA)

‘A homicide investigation has commenced, and both deaths are being treated as suspicious at this time until we establish the facts.

‘We can confirm we are not looking for any else in relation to this inquiry. A scene guard will be in place while we carry out our investigation, and residents will likely observe an increased policing presence in the area as we carry out all lines of inquiry.

He said next of kin of both victims have been notified and are being supported. ‘We would like to reassure local residents there is no risk to the wider public and that we will be conducting house-to-house visits to provide reassurance,’ Mr Curtis added.

‘If anyone has any concerns, please speak to our officers.’

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‘It has rocked the whole community. Everyone around here knows Rob and Rose.’