GASTON COUNTY, N.C. — Two people were found dead at a home on Saturday in what police say was a murder-suicide.
According to the Gaston County Police Department, officers were called to Mountain Meadows Drive west of Dallas, N.C. around 5:55 a.m. on Saturday for a shooting call.
When they arrived, police found two people dead inside the home.
Police identified Michelle Walter and Johnnie Walter, Jr. as the people found dead. Investigators determined Johnie Walter killed Michelle Walter before killing himself.
The relationship between Michelle and Johnnie, if any, has not been released at this time.
This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the Gaston County Police Department at (704) 866-3220.
Editor's note: A previous version of this story stated the shooting happened on Sunday. The story has been edited to reflect the shooting took place on Saturday.
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