BARTLESVILLE, Okla. — Police in Bartlesville said two people were found dead inside a home following a standoff on Feb. 28.
Officers said it happened at a home near Cass Avenue and 2nd Street.
According to police, officers initially responded to a 911 call reporting that the man was preventing his girlfriend from leaving the home.
2 News spoke with Monte Groomes, who said he was the cousin of the woman involved.
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"We're all blown away its just we're at a loss for words," said Groomes.
On the scene, police said they made contact with one person, who went inside the home and refused to leave. Police said gunshots were heard shortly after.
Bartlesville police called for the Special Operations Team, and crisis negotiators and mental health professionals were sent to the scene.
"It's just I can't even explain the emotions that we're having right now, I'm just blown away, I can't believe it," said Groomes.
After a period of time, officers used chemical agents and entered the home. Inside, police said they found two bodies.
Police believe the incident poses no threat to the public. The pair has been identified as 37-year-old Mary Groomes and 37-year-old Justin McIntyre, and police are describing it as a murder-suicide.
"Its just sad she lived a good life," said Groomes.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Bartlesville police. 2 News has a crew in Bartlesville gathering information and will provide updates as we get them.
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