A Pennsylvania nursing home was the scene of a heartbreaking event when a nonagenarian man took the life of his 89-year-old wife before ending his own life in what appears to be a murder-suicide. The incident took place on Thursday at Manatawny Manor nursing home, located in East Coventry township.
The elderly man, who sustained severe injuries during the incident, later passed away at a local hospital. Chester County District Attorney Christopher de Barrena-Sarobe stated that the man had been a frequent visitor to the nursing home before the tragic event. However, it remains uncertain whether any previous interactions or comments from the man could have hinted at his intentions.
The district attorney stressed that the incident is being viewed as an isolated event. He praised the nursing home for their handling of the situation and their continued provision of resources to the residents. The identities of the man and his wife have not been released by law enforcement.
The shocking incident has left the nursing home community in a state of disbelief. Family members of other residents expressed their surprise and worry. Pat Erb of Boyerton, a son of one of the residents, shared that his father heard a disturbance before his room was temporarily sealed off by the staff.
The investigation into the incident is still underway. The nursing home has yet to release an official statement regarding the incident. The community is left to grapple with the tragic event, mourning the loss of two of their residents.