The Saratoga Springs Police Department has released the identities of an 8-year-old boy, Eli Painter, who was found deceased, and his mother, Jessica Lyman, aged 44, who remains in critical condition following a shooting at their home. The tragic incident unfolded on Friday morning when Lyman’s 17-year-old daughter discovered her family members unresponsive and covered in blood, prompting a 911 call for assistance.
Authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting, having obtained a search warrant for evidence collection and interviewing family members. While the identities of any potential suspects are yet to be disclosed, police urge anyone with information regarding the case to contact them at 801-766-6503, underscoring the community’s need for clarity in this distressing situation.
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