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Newlyweds From Wisconsin Identified in Harvard, Illinois Car Deaths With Apparent Gunshot Wounds

Investigators recovered a firearm in the vehicle, with autopsy results pending.

Overview

  • An officer discovered the parked car around 11:52 p.m. on Oct. 6 on Route 14 in Harvard with its hazard lights on, finding a female driver and male passenger deceased inside.
  • Authorities identified the victims as Rachel Dumovich, 29, and Brandon Dumovich, 30, of Sharon, Wisconsin.
  • Police reported preliminary evidence of gunshot wounds and said a firearm was found inside the vehicle.
  • The McHenry County Major Investigative Assistance Team is handling the case after initial road closures and a shelter-in-place alert were lifted when officials determined there was no ongoing threat.
  • Autopsies have not yet been released, and investigators are seeking tips through the Harvard Police Department or Crime Stoppers.