Daniel Boulton: Manhunt after mother and son found dead in Louth
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Police urged the public not to approach Daniel Boulton but instead to phone 999
A manhunt has been launched after a mother and her nine-year-old son were found dead.
The 26-year-old woman and the boy were found stabbed at a home in High Holme Road, Louth, on Monday evening.
Daniel Boulton, 29, who was known to both victims, is wanted for questioning by Lincolnshire Police.
The force said it was currently responding to reports of an off-duty officer being injured by the suspect at a local beauty spot.
The officer's injuries were not thought to be life-threatening, the force added.
Members of the public have been urged not to approach the suspect but dial 999.
Lincolnshire Police reported an off-duty officer was injured by the suspect at Hubbard's Hills - a local beauty spot
Police also confirmed another young child was found uninjured at the property.
Det Ch Supt Andy Cox said speculation about an abduction was incorrect and the child found at the scene on High Holme Road was safe.
"We are urgently seeking assistance to locate and arrest Daniel Boulton. Please, do not approach him as he could be potentially dangerous," he said.
"We are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident at present."
A knife believed to have been used to inflict multiple stab wounds upon both victims was recovered at the scene, police said.
Part of High Holme Road has been closed off
Floral tributes have been left at the scene, with well-wishers seen handing bouquets to officers stationed behind a police cordon.
One was left by Chantelle Fenton, who lives in the town.
"I saw the lady a few times when I walked past but I never knew her," she said.
"It's just sad because it's happened on your own doorstep."
Well-wishers have been leaving floral tributes at the scene
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