Three men and two women found dead in suspected domestic shooting in Mundelein

MUNDELEIN, Ill. (WTVO) — Five people were found shot to death inside a suburban Chicago home Sunday night after police responded to a well-being check, according to local law enforcement. Officers discovered the bodies of three men and two women inside the residence.

The Lake County Major Crimes Task Force has taken over the investigation into the deaths. Police said the victims appear to be family members or involved in a domestic relationship.

Two handguns were recovered by officers inside the residence. Authorities have not yet released the specific identities of the five victims.

According to neighbors, a retired couple resided at the home.

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