New York police sergeant found dead, along with family, from apparent murder-suicide

December 31, 2023 12:06 PM

Published December 31, 2023 12:26 PM

NEW CITY, N.Y. (NBC, KYMA/KECY) - A New York police sergeant and his family were found dead in an apparent murder-suicide early Saturday morning.

Officers were sent to the home of Bronxville Police Sergeant Watson Morgan after he did not show up for work Friday night.

Just before 12:30am, the 49-year-old sergeant, his wife, Ornela, and their two young sons were found dead from apparent gunshot wounds.

Police said they believe Morgan killed his family before killing himself. They confirmed a gun was recovered at the home.

An investigation is ongoing.

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