Family Found Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide After Tragic Drowning Incident
ALLEN, Texas – In a devastating turn of events, a family in Allen, Texas, was found dead in an apparent murder-suicide on Monday. This tragic incident comes just weeks after they lost their 4-year-old daughter to a drowning. The Allen Police Department believes that the drowning played a role in the murder-suicide.
The bodies of the four family members were discovered inside their residence on Aberdeen Drive in Allen. The police responded to a call from a concerned family member who had been locked out of the house for two hours and was unable to reach anyone inside. After arriving at the scene, the police encountered the distraught grandmother, who had initially made the call.
Authorities later gained entry into the home and uncovered the four bodies. However, they have not released any details about the identity of the perpetrator. The community has been left in shock, with neighbors expressing their sorrow and disbelief over the tragic turn of events.
One neighbor, Jacqueline Soto, recalled the distress of the grandmother and the efforts made by other family members to console her. Another resident, Pastor Etchu Etchu, who lives nearby, expressed his regret at not recognizing any warning signs that could have helped the family before this tragedy occurred.
The victims have been identified as Farman Sherwani, the father, Layla Sherwani, the mother, Shaheen Sherwani, the 12-year-old son, and Mateen Sherwani, the 2-year-old son. It was also confirmed that one of the victims, a fifth-grade student at Olson Elementary, was part of the Allen Independent School District (ISD).
In a statement to parents, the school acknowledged the “unexpected death” of the student and promised to provide counseling services to support students and staff during this challenging time. The school community was deeply saddened by the news and offered their condolences to the grieving family.
The police revealed that the family had previously experienced the tragic loss of their 4-year-old daughter, Lyian Sherwani, in a drowning incident earlier this month. While the circumstances of the drowning remain unclear, authorities believe that this heartbreaking event contributed to the subsequent murder-suicide.
The Islamic Association of Allen has organized a funeral service for the four family members. The community is coming together to mourn their loss and offer support to the grieving relatives and friends.
This devastating incident serves as a reminder of the importance of reaching out for help during times of distress. If you or someone you know is struggling, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 is available 24/7 to provide assistance.
Original Story at www.fox4news.com – 2023-08-29 21:13:59
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