Authorities are conducting an investigation following the discovery of a deceased family of four, including two children, within an apartment on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.
Preliminary reports from police sources suggest that the individuals had apparent stab wounds. Law enforcement was prompted to respond to a 911 call requesting a wellness check at approximately 3 p.m.
The incident occurred on the fourth floor of 328 West 86th Street.
Upon reaching the scene, law enforcement discovered the lifeless bodies of a 41-year-old father, a 40-year-old mother, their 3-year-old daughter, and 1-year-old son. During the investigation, authorities retrieved several knives on the premises.
Insider information relayed to FOX3 News suggests that the victims exhibited injuries consistent with stab wounds.
Presently, it remains uncertain whether this incident is a result of a murder-suicide or if law enforcement is pursuing an active suspect.
Sources indicate that emergency responders had to forcibly open the door, indicating that it might have been locked from the inside.
This is a developing story that will be updated when more information is available.
Family of four found dead with stab wounds inside an apartment building on the Upper West Side