Fatal Pasadena Shooting Leaves Woman, Suspect Dead: Police
PASADENA, MD — Police said a husband fatally shot his wife Tuesday in Pasadena and then took his own life.
Officers identified the victim as 42-year-old Neka Natalie Jennings. Authorities said the gunman was 39-year-old Dajuan Jennings.
Police got the call around 12 a.m. Tuesday. Officers said they found both people dead at a home in the 8600 block of New Bedford Harbour.
Homicide detectives said they found a handgun and "ballistic evidence." Authorities did not speculate a motive.
The Maryland Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will conduct autopsies on both bodies.
The Anne Arundel County Police Department asked anybody with information to call 410-222-4731. Tipsters can stay anonymous by dialing 410-222-4700.
The Anne Arundel County Department of Health has a crisis warmline for mental health, substance misuse and grief counseling. To access these resources, contact 410-768-5522.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE (7233).
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