Madbury, NH — Authorities have identified four members of a Madbury family who were tragically found dead inside their home Monday night in what is being investigated as a potential murder-suicide.
Authorities Respond to 911 Call
According to New Hampshire Attorney General John M. Formella, state troopers responded to a 911 call at 8:21 p.m. on Monday from a home on Moharimet Drive. The caller reported that several people were dead inside the residence.
Upon arrival, authorities found four family members dead at the scene. The victims have been identified as Emily Long, 34, Ryan Long, 48, Parker Long, 8, and Ryan Long Jr., 6.
“At this time, detectives are investigating this event as a potential murder-suicide,” the Attorney General’s office stated in a news release (source).
Third Child Found Alive
In a remarkable turn, a third child, a toddler, was found alive at the scene. Authorities confirmed that the child suffered no physical injuries.
“The investigation remains ongoing,” Formella’s office added, though no further details have been released at this time.
Autopsies Scheduled
Autopsies for the deceased family members are scheduled for Wednesday, and the investigation into the cause of their deaths continues. Authorities have emphasized that, at this point, there is no known threat to the public.
A Community in Shock
This marks another tragic event for the tight-knit Madbury community, as residents come to terms with the loss of a family in such devastating circumstances.
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