Lewiston couple dies in apparent murder/suicide
LEWISTON, Idaho (AP) _ Police say an elderly Lewiston couple
died in an apparent murder-suicide. Capt. Tom Greene says 85-year-old George R. Burns and 83-year-old Vera Burns were found dead in their home by a caregiver Thursday morning. Officials believe George Burns shot his wife and then turned the gun on himself. Both died of a single gunshot wound to the head. The gun was found in the house. Greene says checks were written out to housekeepers and a note was left that referred to Vera Burns' poor health. Greene says she was terminally ill. Comments ( |
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