Locals have paid tribute to a couple discovered dead in their house after a suspected murder-suicide.
Robert and Rose Jobson were discovered dead on Friday afternoon at their popular shooting school.
Cops have initiated a murder investigation, but they are not looking for any other suspects in connection with the double tragedy.
The victims have yet to be properly identified, and the cause of death remains unknown.
The pair ran White Lodge Shooting School in North Lincolnshire, near the old ruins of Thornton Abbey.
“She is a very pretty lady and an accomplished shooter herself,” said Andrew Farrow, who owns Thornton Abbey Maze next door to the shooting range.
“The couple lived in a house in the grounds of the shooting range. Their bodies were found at the front of their home.
“They are very well known and a well-liked couple.
“The shooting school which they both ran had temporarily closed last month because of their personal dilemma.”
Andrew said he did not know who raised the alarm but police were called on Friday afternoon “following reports of a concern for safety.”
He said: “It is really sad and shocking for everybody.
“She was in her late 60’s and he was early 70s.
“Our maze and farm is right next door to their property, where they have been for over 30 years.
“I didn’t hear anything untoward on Friday because we hear gunshots ringing out all the time – it is a shooting school so it is not unusual to hear gunshots.”
Rob and Rose Jobson have both had successful careers as photographers. Rose, who is thought to be in her 60s, won the British All Round Ladies Championship in 1998 and a team silver medal with England in the World Shooting Championships in New Zealand in 2002.
Rob, who was in his 70s, had also represented England and had over 50 years of coaching experience.
Their shooting school is built on 15 acres of land and has been characterized as having some of the most stunning gardens in the region.
It has previously hosted stag parties, archery training, and clay pigeon shooting for those with impairments.
“Enquiries are in the very early stages to establish the circumstances of the incident,” stated Chief Inspector Al Curtis.
“An 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 enquiry.
“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.
“Specially trained officers have notified the next of kin of both victims and are being supported throughout this incredibly difficult time.
“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. If anyone has any concerns, please speak to our officers.”
