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Police investigating murder-suicide at Chandler home

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Updated  February 14, 2025 6:50pm MST
Chandler
FOX 10 Phoenix

(Earlier Report) 2 found dead inside Chandler home

The discovery was made when officers responded to a home near Dobson and Germann Roads for a welfare check.

The Brief

    • 2 people were found dead inside a home in Chandler, according to police.
    • The incident took place near Dobson and Germann Roads.
    • Police say the case involves a murder-suicide.

CHANDLER, Ariz. - Chandler Police say they are investigating a case of murder-suicide at a home in the East Valley city.

What we know:

Police say officers responded to a home near Dobson and Germann Roads to conduct a welfare check when two people were found dead inside. They confirmed the deaths were the result of a murder suicide at around 6:30 p.m. on Friday.

Investigators say they found the bodies of Nathan Ridgely and his sister Jocelyn Ridgely inside the home. Police say Nathan was in his 50s, and Jocelyn was in her 40s.

What they're saying:

"There is no danger to the community and no outstanding suspects," read a portion of the statement.

What's next:

Police say the incident remains under investigation.

Help is available. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988. The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to civilians and veterans. Support in Spanish is also available. You can also chat with crisis counselors via online chat.

CLICK HERE for the warning signs and risk factors of suicide.

Area where the incident happened

The Source

  • Information for this article was gathered from statements issued by the Chandler Police Department.

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