A POLICE investigation has been launched after two residents died at a care home.

The probe was launched following the deaths at Holly Bank Care Home on the Promenade, Arnside.

A spokesperson for Cumbria Police said: "Cumbria Police is investigating following the deaths of two residents of the residential care home between 18 June and 20 June, 2023.

"The investigation is at an early stage and officers are working with the CQC, adult social care, healthcare and other partners."

Up to 31 people over the age of 65 can be housed at Holly Bank. The home is privately run by Pearlcare care providers and is not a Westmorland and Furness Council care home. 

A spokesman for Westmorland and Furness Council said: "Following safeguarding concerns being raised with us we are now working with the home, and with partners, to ensure the proper care and welfare of residents.

"As a police investigation is ongoing there is no further comment we can make at this time."

A spokesperson from CQC said: "CQC have been made aware of the sad death of two residents at Holly Bank Care Home in Carnforth, Lancashire, and our condolences are with their families. We have received assurance from the provider that actions have been taken to protect people, and we will continue to monitor the service closely to ensure people receive safe care.

"As this is subject to a police investigation, we cannot comment further.

"We would encourage anyone who has concerns about a health and social care service to let us know. This can be done by using the give feedback on care form on our website or via our customer service centre on 03000 616161."

Holly Bank Care Home declined to comment.