Racine police confirmed two people have died as a result of an incident that led to a standoff near the 1100 block of Reschke Avenue Tuesday afternoon.
According to police, a 48-year-old woman was shot multiple times and was then flown to a hospital. The suspect, a 51-year-old man went back inside the home, leading to the standoff.
Around 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, police entered the home to find the 51-year-old injured from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was flown to a nearby hospital for treatment of his injuries.
Both have since died from their injuries.
Watch: Racine police say 'tactical situation' resolved
Investigators are interested in any additional information anyone may have regarding this incident. Any witnesses, or people with information, are urged to call the Racine Police Department Investigations Unit at (262) 635-7756. Those who wish to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers at (262) 636-9330.
Watch: Neighbor, Tessa Swanks, posted video of the standoff to her social media account.
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