A tragic incident occurred in Seabrook on Friday when a 23-year-old woman was fatally shot at her apartment. Two young children, who were found unharmed, were in the same apartment when the shooting took place.
The woman was identified as Mary Jane Collins, and authorities quickly moved the children to safety. The shooting happened at the Teakwood Apartment Complex and was reported around 11:30 a.m.
When police arrived, they found Collins dead and her two children alone in the apartment.
To ensure the safety of residents, a SWAT team was called in to secure the area. Residents were asked to stay indoors with their doors locked until the police confirmed it was safe.
The Seabrook Police Department stated that their initial findings suggest Collins likely knew the person responsible for her death. This information has helped calm fears in the community, as there doesn’t appear to be a wider threat.
According to a news release, the police are focusing on identifying the suspect based on evidence gathered so far.
Although the suspect was not found during the first search of the area, authorities continue to work on gathering more information. Later on Friday night, residents were informed that it was safe to return to their homes.
The investigation is still ongoing as police try to piece together the events leading to Collins’s tragic death.
The Seabrook Police Department is actively investigating the case, and they urge anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
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The community is coming to grips with this shocking loss as they wait for more details to emerge. The focus remains on finding the person responsible and understanding what led to this terrible crime.
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