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West Covina Police Department
Thursday April 14th, 2016 :: 11:14 a.m. PDT

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West Covina Police Department investigates double homicide, suspect in custody

DATE OF RELEASE: April 14, 2016 Time: 1100 hours

On Wednesday evening at approximately 8:30 pm, West Covina Police Dispatch received a call of several shots heard and the sounds of children screaming in the area of the 1300 block of E. Oahu, West Covina. Responding officers located the condominium in question and made contact with a male (suspect) who surrendered without further incident. Two adult victims, one male and one female in their 60’s were located in the residence and were pronounced dead on arrival. Three children were also found hiding in one of the restrooms. None of the children were physically injured. No additional suspects are being sought at this time.

The investigation is continuing. A more detailed Press Release will follow shortly.

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West Covina Police Department
Public Information Officer Rudy Lopez
1444 West Garvey Avenue
West Covina, CA 91790
626 939-8500

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West Covina Police Department
1444 W. Garvey Ave.
West Covina, CA 91791

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1300 Oahu St
West Covina, CA 91792

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