Two Found Dead After Welfare Check

"LAKE CHARLES, LA — Authorities are investigating what they say is an apparent murder-suicide that happened on Monday afternoon

"The incident reportedly happened at a home on Glenlea Street in south Lake Charles.

"Sheriff's deputies were called to the home around 1 p.m. on Monday afternoon after an employer called authorities because one of his employees had not shown up for work.

"Officials have identified the victims as 43-year-old David and 43-year-old Melissa Hoffpauir.

"Investigators say they believe David Hoffpauir shot and killed his ex-wife Melissa, then turned the gun on himself.

"Investigators also say that the last time anyone spoke to David Hoffpauir appears to be around 9:30 Sunday night.

"Authorities continue their investigation."

From KPLCTV.com...