General · 29 September 2026
British pensioner found dead in France after "very violent blows" to face
Police have launched a murder inquiry after 85-year-old John Agner was found in his garden in Verlus, south-west France, on Saturday, September 26. Forensic doctors believe "very violent blows" to the face likely caused his death, which a post-mortem examination will confirm. His stolen car was abandoned after a police chase nearby, leading officers to his home.
Reported by telegraph.co.uk · How we write briefs