'Virgin River' Actor Callum Kerr Mourns Tragic Passings of His Mother & Stepfather After They're Found Dead in France

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Callum Kerr is mourning the tragic deaths of his mother and stepfather. On Saturday (February 8), the 30-year-old Scottish actor, best known for his roles in Monarch and Virgin River, took to Instagram to share a statement on the passing of his mom and stepfather, Dawn and Andrew Searle, after they were found dead in France. Keep reading to find out more…“At this time, Callum Kerr and Amanda Kerr are grieving the loss of their mother, Dawn Searle (née Smith, Kerr), while Tom Searle and Ella Searle are mourning the loss of their father, Andrew Searle,” the statement read. “No family member is available for media interviews or comments.” “We kindly request that their privacy be respected during this difficult period,” the statement continued. “We will provide updates where appropriate.

Thank you for your understanding.” On Friday (February 7), BBC reported that Andrew and Dawn were found dead at their home in the village of Les Pesquiès, France the day before.

Authorities were called to the scene after the couple didn’t show up for a scheduled dog walk with a neighbor. As of right now, police have not revealed the couple’s cause of death, however, local mayor Jean-Sébastien Orcibal dismissed speculation that the deaths were due to a burglary “gone wrong,” additionally telling BBC that “no knife was found.” According to The Guardian, public prosecutor Nicolas Rigot-Muller also addressed Andrew and Dawn‘s deaths, telling the press, “Both died violent deaths, but I cannot establish that either was a homicide.

All hypotheses remain open.” Our thoughts are with Callum Kerr and his family during this difficult time. RIP.