Three young children found dead alongside dad being treated as murder by police

The deaths of three children found dead at their home in Staines alongside their father is now being investigated as murder, police have confirmed.

Dominik Swiderski, 3, Nikodem Swiderski, 2, and Kacper Swiderski, 2 were found dead by their mother Angelika Swiderska when she returned from work at around 1pm on Saturday.

The boy’s father, Piotr Swiderski, 31, was also found dead at the scene.

Surrey police today announced they are treating the boy’s deaths as a murder, and are not seeking anyone else in connection with thier investigation.

The grieving mother is currently being supported by specially trained officers.

Senior Investigating Officer, DCI Kimball Edey said; ‘I would like to express my sincere condolences to the family of Dominik, Kacper and Nikodem for their loss. They will continue to be supported by specialist officers as our investigation continues.

‘I would ask that their privacy is respected at what is a tremendously difficult time for them.’

Earlier this week, Ms Swiderski paid tribute to her family with a statement, published by poliuce. She said: ‘Piotr was an amazing husband and father to Kacper, Nikodem and Dominik. He loved us with all his heart and would have done anything for us. The children doted on their daddy.

‘Our boys were happy, active children, full of life and happiness. They were always smiling and even when I looked sad, they would say “Mummy smile like us”.

‘We are grieving for them all and would like to ask for privacy as we try to understand why this tragedy happened. I would like to say a huge thank you to all our community for all the messages of condolence, flowers, cards, and teddy bears and for all the kind words about our family.’

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