Douglas and Nancy Morrow Murder-Suicide Summersville, W.Va. Death and Obituary

SUMMERSVILLE, W.Va. — Tragedy struck Tara Estates Thursday evening when three people were found dead inside a home in a suspected double murder-suicide. Victims have been identified as Dawn Morrow, her mother Nancy Lindwedel, and Douglas Morrow, who authorities believe fatally shot his wife and mother-in-law before taking his own life.

Police were dispatched shortly after 5 p.m. following a 911 call reporting unresponsive individuals with severe head injuries. Officers from the Summersville Police Department and Nicholas County Sheriff’s deputies secured the scene and began a detailed investigation, emphasizing that the incident appears isolated with no ongoing danger to the public.

Autopsies are being conducted by the West Virginia State Medical Examiner’s Office to determine official causes of death. Authorities are also continuing interviews and evidence collection, requesting that anyone with relevant information contact the Summersville Police Department.

The close-knit neighborhood is left grappling with the shock of the loss, reflecting on the sudden and devastating impact on the community. Officials stress that all findings remain preliminary as the investigation continues.