Two related seniors found dead in northern village of Love

Two seniors have been found dead at a home in Love, with Saskatchewan RCMP saying they were from the same family.

Police said in a news release on Feb. 20 that the pair were found on Feb. 19 after officers from the Nipawin detachment were called around noon and found their bodies.

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Police said initial investigation found a 77-year-old woman died as the result of homicide and an 81-year-old man died as a result of self-inflicted injuries.

RCMP said the pair would not be named and their family members and victim services had been notified.

Saskatchewan RCMP’s Homicide Investigation Unit is continuing to investigate, police said, adding that there would be an increased police presence in the village northeast of Prince Albert.

Police said officers are not looking for anyone else, no charges would be laid andno further updates would be provided.