Warwick, Rhode Island – Tragedy struck a Warwick home on Frawley Street, where authorities discovered a child dead within the residence along with a man who had apparently taken his own life from a gunshot wound according to Warwick police on Thursday. The grim scene prompted a swift response from law enforcement, with armed officers gathering outside the property.
Witnesses reported hearing yelling followed by the heartbreaking words from a woman saying, “He killed my son.” The presence of SWAT teams was noted, with officers swiftly entering the home to find the lifeless bodies of the child and the man with a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Neighbors expressed shock and sorrow, with one resident, Bridget Rainville, remarking on the rarity of such incidents in the area, stating, “It’s just crazy, because not a lot goes on here…It’s kind of just hard,” highlighting the impact the tragedy had on the community.
Further details remained scarce as police refrained from releasing the identities of the deceased or their relation. However, it was confirmed by Warwick School Committee Chairman, Shaun Galligan, that the child was a student at Warwick’s Early Learning Center. The incident left a profound impact on first responders and investigators, with the medical examiner making multiple visits to the scene throughout the day.
Mayor Frank Picozzi took to social media to express the city’s grief, commending the efforts of the police and fire departments and acknowledging the toll such incidents take on those involved, emphasizing their humanity in the face of tragedy. The Warwick community was described as collectively shaken by the heartbreaking events unfolding so close to home, reminding residents of the fragility of life.
As investigations continued and the community processed the tragedy, questions lingered about the circumstances leading to the deaths and the impact it would have on all those affected by the heartbreaking incident in Warwick.