Two Minor Children…27 Year Old Female Dead After Apparent Murder-Suicide In Smyth County
Two minor children and a 27 year old female are dead after an apparent murder suicide in Smyth County Virginia early Friday morning. According to a Press Release from Sheriff Chip Shuler, a six year old child remains in critical condition, and an eight year old escaped the scene. The names have not been released pending notification of family members. A preliminary investigation reveals the adult female committed the homicides and there are no additional suspects. The bodies of the deceased are being transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for autopsies. Sheriff authorities were called to 117 Harley Road in Marion shortly after six Friday morning.