Seamus Dempsey: Warwick authorities have confirmed the identities of the man and child who tragically lost their lives in a suspected murder-suicide at 71 Frawley Street on Thursday. Upon receiving a call at 8:24 a.m., police were met at the scene by Estefania Dempsey, who reported that her husband, Seamus Dempsey, 33, had fatally shot their four-year-old son Liam.
Estefania also informed officers that her mother-in-law Ellen Dempsey, 79, was still inside the residence. Fortunately, officers were able to safely guide Ellen Dempsey out of the home without any harm.
Upon entering the premises, law enforcement discovered the deceased bodies of a young child and an adult male, both of whom had sustained gunshot wounds. The victims were later identified as Liam Dempsey and Seamus Dempsey.
As this situation continues to unfold, ABC6 will provide further updates as they become available.