Police confirmed the presence of gas in the area when officers and firefighters arrived.
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A 44-year-old man killed his wife and three young children before taking his own life at their Phoenix home. The suspect apparently died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.
Police and firefighters discovered the bodies Wednesday at the home after responding to a call from a person reporting a strong smell of gas.
entering the house, The bodies of Marla Jordan Hudgens, 40, and children Christopher, 3, and Gwen and Faye, both 6 months old, were found in what police described as “clear signs of trauma”.
The suspect, Jasen Michael Hudgens, 44, was also found dead In the House. Police described him as husband and father. Prosecutors believe he committed suicide.
“Details of what led up to the crash are still under investigation,” police said.
Due to the presence of the gas, it took several hours for investigators to enter the house. Police said Wednesday afternoon the case had been ruled a homicide, but gave few details.
“This scene is a complete tragedy, devastating the emergency crews“Phoenix Police Department officer Melissa Soliz said, greatly moved by the scene, after confirming that five members of a family were dead inside, including three minors.
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