NewsLocal News

Actions

Three people found dead following an alleged double murder-suicide

Three dead Towson
Posted
and last updated

TOWSON, Md. — New details from police on the three bodies found in a Towson home.

Authorities say that around noon Friday, police responded to the 1000 block of Kenilworth Drive for a welfare check.

Once officers arrived, they located two adults, now identified as 37-year-old Prathiba Y. Amarnath, 37-year-old Yogesh H. Nagarajappa, and 6-year-old Yash Honnal, each suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.

RELATED STORY:Three people found dead in Towson home Friday, police say

Based on an initial investigation, investigators suspect the incident to be a double murder-suicide committed by Nagarajappa.

In a statement from the County Executive Office, Johnny Olszewski urges anyone going through a mental health crisis to contact 988 and speak with trained mental health professionals who can connect those in distress with the resources they need.

“I am heartbroken and deeply saddened for the innocent victims whose lives were cut short by this horrific act. We will do everything possible to assist family and community members following this tragic incident."
County Executive Johnny Olszewski

The medical examiner will determine the manner and causes of death.

Family members were reportedly last seen alive on the evening of Tuesday, August 15, 2023.