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Police Pursue 61-Year-Old Suspect in Westerwald Family Triple Homicide

Authorities have identified a man from a neighboring town as the primary suspect in the killing of three family members in Weitefeld, with an active manhunt underway.

  • Three members of a family—a 47-year-old man, a 44-year-old woman, and their 16-year-old son—were found dead in a Weitefeld residence early Sunday morning.
  • The crime is being investigated as a capital offense with indications of domestic motives, according to law enforcement officials.
  • A 61-year-old man from a nearby town has been identified as the prime suspect, and a warrant for his arrest has been issued.
  • Police report potential use of firearms and stabbing weapons in the killings, though investigations are ongoing to confirm the exact circumstances.
  • The community remains in shock as police maintain a heavy presence, including special units and helicopters, while urging residents to remain vigilant and avoid picking up hitchhikers.
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