Suspicious deaths now a double homicide investigation: Kelowna RCMP

Eight days after two bodies were found in a Kelowna home, police announced on Friday that a double homicide investigation is underway.

RCMP say the bodies were found on the evening of Thursday, June 8, in a house along the 400 block of Swan Drive.

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“Police can now confirm they are investigating a double homicide after officers found two people deceased in the residence that evening,” said Kelowna RCMP.

“A third individual found in the home was taken to a local hospital and has succumbed to their injuries.”

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RCMP also called it an isolated incident, adding, “there are no outstanding suspects and there is no risk to the public.”

The BC Coroners Service is also conducting a parallel investigation.

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