British Couple Found Dead in French Countryside as Police Investigate Homicide

Andrew and Dawn Searle were discovered at their rural home in Les Pesquiès, with authorities exploring multiple leads including a possible connection to Andrew's financial crime work.

Andrew Searle, 62, a former financial crime investigator, and his wife Dawn, 56, were found dead at their home in the French village of Les Pesquiès on February 8, 2025.
Andrew was reportedly found hanged inside the home with a gag in his mouth, while Dawn's body was discovered outside, showing signs of head trauma and with her jewelry scattered nearby.
Authorities are considering several theories, including a targeted homicide potentially linked to Andrew's career, but have not ruled out other possibilities such as a murder-suicide.
Friends and neighbors have strongly rejected the murder-suicide theory, describing the couple as happy, financially stable, and socially active within their expatriate community.
Police are awaiting autopsy results and have stated that all investigative leads remain open as they work to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths.