A quiet Thursday in Palencia was broken when National Police officers confirmed the deaths of two 63-year-old twin sisters inside their home. The scene suggested severe separation, with no immediate signs of violence detected at the outset of the investigation, according to initial police statements from the Palencia Subcommittee of Government communications. The discovery came after a neighbor reported a strong, unusual odor emanating from one of the residences on the street during the afternoon hours.
Neighbours described the sisters as longtime residents of Palencia who had not been seen in person for some time. Local residents recalled that contact between the two women and the rest of the community had been sporadic, which raised concerns when the smell issue surfaced and authorities were alerted. The case underscores how quickly ordinary neighborhood routines can shift when a troubling clue is found, even in a city known for its calm streets and close-knit blocks.
Because the interior of the building could not be accessed immediately, police requested the assistance of the fire department to gain entry. Fire crews arrived and helped establish a safe access point, enabling investigators to proceed with a preliminary inspection that would later confirm the presence of two deceased individuals inside the home. This step is a standard procedure when the scene presents potential hazards or indicators that a thorough examination is needed before a full assessment can be conducted.
Once inside, the National Police confirmed the existence of two bodies. The two deceased individuals were later identified by the scientific police as twin sisters, both born in 1960. The identification process involved routine procedures designed to ensure accuracy and maintain the integrity of evidence at the scene, consistent with standard forensic practices employed across police departments in Spain and similar jurisdictions. The discovery has led investigators to focus on natural causes or other non-violent scenarios as possible explanations, pending the results of further autopsy work.
Authorities stated that autopsy examinations would proceed to determine precise causes of death and to rule out any possibility of foul play. Early assessments from officers on the ground have emphasized the absence of visible signs of violence, but the final findings from medical examiners are essential to provide a clear and authoritative conclusion for the family and the community. In the meantime, the case remains under active investigation as investigators collect evidence, review any available surveillance footage, and interview potential witnesses who might illuminate the sisters’ recent activities or health status. (Source: National Police press communications)