UPDATE: Children in apparent double murder-suicide have been identified

Jun 2, 2020, 6:34 PM | Updated: Jun 3, 2020, 3:06 pm

...

SOUTH JORDAN, Utah — Police from the City of South Jordan have identified two children found dead in a home at 4329 W. Pentenwell Ln.

In a statement, South Jordan police said that Seth Osborn, age 8, and Ezra Osborn, age 10, died of gunshot wounds. Police say the wounds were inflicted by the boys’ father, Brian Osborn, age 41.  The father was also found in the home and had died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Police say the 8-year-old child was found by his mother and was taken to the hospital. But he died of his injuries there.

When officers went to the home, they found the ten-year-old child and the father. Both had died of apparent gunshot wounds.

“Once we arrived on scene it was pretty chaotic,” said South Jordan Police Lt. Matt Pennington.

Police say that the father had been at home with his sons while the mother was at work.  A statement also says the father had not lived in the home for several months.  South Jordan police say they were familiar with the family and had been called to the home on non-criminal domestic issues.

Their last contact with the family was in November 2019.

 

“This is one of the worst [calls] you’re going to go on,” explains Pennington. “We’ve all got young kids. That’s going to be a real difficult one to deal with for all of us.”

“From what I know at this point, there was nothing leading up to this,” says Pennington.

Community mourns two boys killed

An investigation is still ongoing, which will also look to find any sort of motive for the seemingly senseless killing.

“This is a tragedy on every level,” says South Jordan Mayor Dawn Ramsey. “There is nothing that is OK about this.” 

A GoFund Me page has been set up to help with the funeral costs of the two boys. 

 

We want to hear from you.

Have a story idea or tip? Send it to the KSL NewsRadio team here.

Today’s Top Stories

The OLRGC released an analysis of the expected topics to be discussed during a special session of t...

Simone Seikaly

Extending state flooding emergency, firearm restrictions, among topics for Utah special session

The OLRGC released an analysis of the expected topics to be discussed during a special session of the legislature.

11 months ago

A video recorded by Facebook user Larry Jacquez shows the police response following the shooting in...

Jamiel Lynch, CNN     

At least 3 people killed and 2 officers wounded in a shooting in Farmington, New Mexico, police say

Multiple people were shot and at least three killed in a shooting in Farmington, New Mexico, police said in a Facebook post.

11 months ago

A new release from Intermountain Healthcare shows that younger adults are becoming more susceptible...

Waverly Golden

Younger adults are becoming more susceptible to strokes

A new release from Intermountain Healthcare shows that younger adults are becoming more susceptible to stroke.

11 months ago

If you plan to camp over Memorial Day Weekend, you may want to begin the planning process now....

Allessandra Harris

Camping over Memorial Day Weekend? Plan ahead

If you plan to camp over Memorial Day Weekend, you may want to begin the planning process now.

11 months ago

slcpd on the scene of the deaths...

Josh Ellis

Police: Teen killed by father in murder-suicide in SLC office building

Police responded to the office complex near 3000 S. Highland Drive on Saturday after emergency responders received a call from a community member who reported finding a body.

11 months ago

Melissa Coleman crouches next to her husband, , Brad Coleman, of North Ogden, who sits in a wheelch...

Jenny Carpenter, KSL.com

Young stroke victim survives with quick, lifesaving treatment in northern Utah

After a 36-year-old man had a stroke, he and his wife say to be aware of the signs of stroke and that young people are also at risk.

11 months ago

Sponsored Articles

close up of rose marvel saliva blooms in purple...

Shannon Cavalero

Drought Tolerant Perennials for Utah

The best drought tolerant plants for Utah can handle high elevations, alkaline soils, excessive exposure to wind, and use of secondary water.

Group of cheerful team members high fiving each other...

Visit Bear Lake

How To Plan a Business Retreat in Bear Lake This Spring

Are you wondering how to plan a business retreat this spring? Read our sample itinerary to plan a team getaway to Bear Lake.

Cheerful young woman writing an assignment while sitting at desk between two classmates during clas...

BYU EMBA at the Marriott School of Business

Hear it Firsthand: 6 Students Share Their Executive MBA Experience at BYU’s Marriott School of Business

The Executive MBA program at BYU offers great opportunities. Hear experiences straight from students enrolled in the program.

Skier being towed by a rider on a horse. Skijoring....

Bear Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau

Looking for a New Winter Activity? Try Skijoring in Bear Lake

Skijoring is when someone on skis is pulled by a horse, dog, animal, or motor vehicle. The driver leads the skiers through an obstacle course over jumps, hoops, and gates.

Banner with Cervical Cancer Awareness Realistic Ribbon...

Intermountain Health

Five Common Causes of Cervical Cancer – and What You Can Do to Lower Your Risk

January is National Cervical Cancer Awareness month and cancer experts at Intermountain Health are working to educate women about cervical cancer.

Kid holding a cisco fish at winterfest...

Bear Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau

Get Ready for Fun at the 2023 Bear Lake Monster Winterfest

The Bear Lake Monster Winterfest is an annual weekend event jam-packed full of fun activities the whole family can enjoy.

UPDATE: Children in apparent double murder-suicide have been identified