AUBURN, Ala.- On Sept. 5, 2024, at approximately 11:30 p.m., officers from the Auburn Police Department responded to a residence in the 200 block of Payne Street in reference to a call requesting a welfare check.

Upon entering the residence, police discovered an 88-year-old female and a 92-year-old male who were both deceased. One gunshot wound was observed on each of the decedents, and a handgun was located at the scene. Nothing indicates anyone else was in the home at the time the incident occurred. Auburn Police Department detectives responded to initiate an investigation and process the scene.

Preliminary evidence indicated that the decedents were married and residents in the home. The Auburn Police Department has determined that there is no danger to the public related to this incident. This case remains under investigation, and anyone with pertinent information is encouraged to contact the Auburn Police Department at (334) 501-3140. Information can also be reported by calling/texting the tip line at (334) 246-1391 or by emailing police@auburnalabama.org.