The tragic discovery of two deceased children in a vehicle has prompted a homicide investigation in Calgary. The children’s bodies were found on Thursday morning in northwest Calgary. Authorities received a call around 10 a.m. to the 4300 block of 14th Street NW.
The Calgary Police Service is treating the deaths as suspicious. Investigators believe the children are both under the age of 10. A man was taken into custody near the scene, but officials have not confirmed his relationship to the children.
Calgary police officers closed the area around 14th Street NW to traffic during their investigation. They are working to identify the children and determine their parents. Investigators expect to be on the scene for several hours collecting evidence.
Calgary Police Service Insp. Darren Smith described the situation as heartbreaking for officers, stating, “This is very hard on our officers. Our officers are human and this is heartbreaking for everyone.” The medical examiner will determine the cause of death and the sex of the children.
Despite the tragic circumstances, police do not believe there is a risk to public safety at this time. The investigation continues as authorities seek answers regarding this devastating incident.
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