Six people, including four children, were found dead inside a Saratoga County apartment Tuesday evening, according to police.
Six people found dead in Mechanicville apartment
Mechanicville police were asked to conduct a welfare check at an apartment on Harris Avenue after neighbors became concerned when they had not seen the resident for several days, Police Chief William Rabbitt said.
Officers arrived at the residence at about 6:20 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, according to a news release from the Mechanicville Police Department.
While conducting the welfare check, officers discovered six people dead inside the apartment. The victims included four children and two adults, Rabbitt said.
Authorities have not released the victims’ names or ages pending notification of family members.
What caused the deaths?
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths. The New York State Police is assisting with the investigation.
Rabbitt said authorities do not believe there is any ongoing threat to the public.
“This is a tragic incident that has deeply affected our community,” Rabbitt said. “Our thoughts are with the family members, friends and all those impacted by this loss.”
Officials have not released additional details about the incident. Autopsies were underway Wednesday.
Where is Mechanicville?
Mechanicville is located in Saratoga County along the western bank of the Hudson River, about 20 miles north of Albany.
Harris Avenue is a residential street near the southern end of the city and is part of the John S. Moore Homes housing development operated by the Mechanicville Housing Authority.
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This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: 6 people, including 4 children, found dead in New York apartment
Reporting by Victoria E. Freile, New York Connect Team / Rochester Democrat and Chronicle
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