Detectives Investigate Murder-Suicide In Fairfax

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West Springfield Police District – Detectives from our Major Crimes Bureau continue to investigate after a couple was found dead inside their home last night. 

Around 10:15 p.m., officers responded to a home in the 8900 block of Walker Road after a friend found the elderly couple deceased inside. Janos John Gertler, 86, and Eva Anna Vas, 73, were suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Both were declared deceased at the scene.

Preliminarily, detectives believe Janos shot his wife, Eva, before shooting himself. Several spent cartridge cases and a firearm were located within the home. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will be completing autopsies to confirm manner and cause of death.

Victim specialists from our Major Crimes Bureau’s Victim Services Division have been assigned to ensure the family is receiving appropriate resources and assistance.

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