Suspect in murders of 5 found dead day after their bodies were discovered
Summary
A man suspected of killing five people in Oregon was found dead in his car in Washington the day after the victims' bodies were discovered. Police believe the suspect, Benjamin Charles Parker, took his own life and say there is no ongoing danger to the community.Key Facts
- Five people were found dead on a rural property near Portland, Oregon.
- The suspect, 36-year-old Benjamin Charles Parker, was found dead in a vehicle in Enumclaw, Washington.
- Authorities believe Parker died by suicide.
- Parker knew the victims, according to the Washington County Sheriff.
- Police found the victims after responding to a vehicle fire report on the property.
- The victims’ identities, ages, and genders have not yet been released.
- Several domestic animals were also found dead at the property.
- Investigators are still working to identify the victims and notify their families.
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