Hudson Paterson(Image: Devon and Cornwall Police)

Mum, 31, and son, nine, who died in unexplained tragedy at home are named

Tasmin Paterson and her nine year old son Hudson sadly lost their lives with police treating the deaths as unexplained

by · Wales Online

A mother and her young son who tragically died at their home in Cornwall have been identified. Tasmin Paterson, 31, and her son Hudson, nine, were found dead in the Fletchersbridge area of Bodmin on Saturday, September 7.

Emergency services were called to the scene around 10.10am but sadly both Tasmin and Hudson were pronounced dead. The police are currently treating their deaths as unexplained and are not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident.

Moving tributes have since been paid to the mother and son. Hudson has been remembered as a "cheeky chappy" while Tasmin has been described as a "shining star". For the latest Welsh news delivered to your inbox sign up to our newsletter.

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Hudson's father released an emotional statement about his son, saying: "The grief we feel for the loss of a son, my son, stepson, nephew, and grandson cannot be understated. Hudson was a quiet but cheeky chappy whose love for cars was as big as the love for his family and friends.

"Hudson was adored, loved, cherished, and every day brought a smile to those that he loved and loved him. Hudson no longer being here is truly devastating for me as his dad and my family," reports BristolLive.

"It's soul-destroying and the grief is unimaginable. I thank those for the messages of love and support. We would appreciate respect and privacy for Hudson and my family during this heartbreaking time."

Tasmin's family also shared a heartfelt tribute, stating: "Tasmin was very much loved and will be missed by those who loved her. Our hearts are broken to lose a daughter and a beautiful grandson who was the light of our lives. Life will never be the same again." Tasmin's partner and his family said in a statement: "Tasmin had been a shining star who had left an overwhelming legacy of love and positivity on their lives and that they were privileged to have known her and would always continue to cherish her memory."

The police are still investigating the deaths with detective inspector Neil Blanchard stating: "Tasmin and Hudson's deaths continue to be treated as unexplained and our inquiries remain ongoing to establish the full circumstances of what occurred." The police confirmed they are not looking for anyone in connection with the deaths and are treating it as an isolated incident. They offered their condolences to the families and friends asking for their privacy to be respected during this difficult time.

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