Lemont, Illinois – Law enforcement authorities responded to a tragic scene at a motel in Lemont, Illinois, where two individuals were discovered deceased in what appears to be a murder-suicide on Thursday morning. The incident took place at the D-Lux Budget near 123rd and Archer after receiving a report of a disturbance around 9:30 a.m.
Upon arriving at the motel, police found a woman who had been fatally shot multiple times in one of the rooms. Shortly after, during a search of nearby rooms, officers discovered a 62-year-old man deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Authorities confirmed that the gun used in the man’s death matched the one used in the woman’s homicide.
Authorities have assured the public that there is no ongoing danger to the community. The investigation is ongoing as they work to determine the motive behind the tragic event and establish any potential relationship between the man and woman involved. The Lemont police department is collaborating with the DuPage County Major Crimes Task Force to gather more information and piece together the events leading up to the incident.
As the investigation continues, no further details have been disclosed to the public. The community remains in shock following the disturbing events that unfolded at the motel in Lemont. This serves as a reminder of the importance of mental health awareness and support services for individuals in crisis situations to prevent such tragedies from occurring.
The community is urged to come forward with any relevant information that may assist authorities in their investigation into this heartbreaking occurrence. The focus now shifts to understanding the circumstances surrounding the tragedy and providing support to those affected by the loss of life in Lemont, Illinois.