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Two people found dead inside home in Mississippi, investigation underway

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MISSISSIPPI — Police are investigating an apparent murder-suicide after two adults were found dead inside a Brandon home early Saturday morning.

According to the Brandon Police Department, officers responded around 1:20 a.m. on March 21 to a reported shooting at a residence in the 300 block of Towne Street.

Authorities said a family member called police after entering the home and discovering the two residents deceased.

The victims were identified as 41-year-old Janitra Evette Patrick and 40-year-old Jimmy Orlando Patrick.

Investigators said preliminary findings indicate the incident stemmed from a domestic situation and is being treated as a murder-suicide.

Officials said the investigation remains active and ongoing. No additional information has been released.