Lindenhurst, NY – A quiet neighborhood was shaken Monday afternoon following a tragic incident involving two men, resulting in one death and a subsequent suicide half a mile apart. The Suffolk County Police Department is investigating what they suspect to be a case of murder-suicide involving Marek Gusciora, 66, and 69-year-old Augustyn Jedra.
Authorities were first alerted to the incident at approximately 3:57 p.m. when a 911 call led them to Nevada Street where Gusciora was discovered with a fatal gunshot wound to the chest outside his residence. Shortly afterward, Jedra was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot in a vehicle located in a parking lot on Park Avenue.
The police disclosed that the two men had a longstanding acquaintance, although additional details about the nature of their relationship and the motive behind the shooting have not been released. Officers are thoroughly investigating the links between the two deaths.
Public records indicate that Gusciora and Jedra previously lived at the same address in Lindenhurst along with other occupants, suggesting a possibly complex and intertwined relationship. This aspect of their past is being considered as a potential factor in the case.
The community, previously known for its tranquility, has been left searching for answers as local authorities continue to piece together the events that led up to the tragic sequence. Neighbors expressed shock and sorrow, reflecting on the disruption to the peace usually experienced in the area.
This incident adds to a disturbing trend of gun-related violence seen in various parts of the country, prompting further discussion about public safety and mental health interventions.
As the investigation progresses, officials remain tight-lipped about further details. They expect to provide more information as they unravel how a longstanding relationship culminated in such a tragic outcome. The local community and the families involved await answers, hoping for closure and understanding in the wake of this devastating incident.