JAMESPORT, NY — Tragedy has struck the quiet waterfront community of Jamesport, where police say a horrific murder-suicide has claimed the lives of a longtime couple. Suffolk County Police confirmed that 62-year-old Edward Crohan fatally shot his wife, 63-year-old Stephanie Crohan, before turning the gun on himself in their Lagoon Court home on Wednesday evening.
The grim discovery was made around 8:30 p.m. when officers responded to a welfare check at the couple’s residence at 56 Lagoon Court. Upon arrival, first responders found both Edward and Stephanie Crohan deceased from apparent gunshot wounds. Authorities quickly determined the incident to be a homicide-suicide, with Edward Crohan identified as the shooter.
According to officials, Edward Crohan was a retired Southampton Police officer, a fact corroborated by his LinkedIn profile and state pension records accessed through SeeThroughNY. His wife, Stephanie Crohan, also had a long career in public service, retired from Suffolk County, and receiving a pension from the New York State Police and Fire Retirement System.
The news has sent shockwaves through the community. Friends and neighbors described the Crohans as a quiet, seemingly content retired couple who enjoyed a peaceful life on the North Fork of Long Island. There were no prior public reports of domestic disturbances at the residence, leaving many stunned and saddened by the sudden and violent end to their lives.
While the motive behind the tragedy remains under investigation, police continue to gather information that may shed light on the circumstances leading up to the incident. The Suffolk County Police Department’s Homicide Squad has urged anyone with information that might assist their investigation to come forward by calling 631-852-6392.
Mental health advocates have also weighed in following the incident, highlighting the need for increased resources and awareness for older adults who may be struggling with undiagnosed mental health issues, isolation, or other stressors. The Suffolk County community has experienced several domestic-related tragedies in recent years, and officials say this underscores the importance of early intervention and support services.
In the wake of the loss, neighbors have begun placing flowers and candles outside the couple’s home, paying their respects and grappling with the heartbreak of a life abruptly and violently ended behind closed doors.
The Crohans are survived by extended family and friends who now mourn not only the loss of loved ones, but the haunting nature of their final moments. As the investigation continues, Jamesport mourns yet another reminder of the hidden turmoil that can exist beneath the surface of seemingly peaceful lives.
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