4 Dead In Apparent Western PA Murder-Suicide

BEAVER COUNTY, PA — A husband, wife and their two sons are dead in what police believe was a murder-suicide Sunday night in North Sewickley Township.

When police arrived at a residence on Shaffer Road following a 911 call that came from inside the home, they found Clifford Hunt, 51, and his wife, Michelle Hunt, 48, dead at the scene. Clifford Hunt Jr., 19, and his younger brother Cody Hunt, 16, also were shot. They were airlifted to an area hospital, where both later died.

Law enforcement officials told WTAE-TV and WPXI-TV that Clifford Hunt Jr. is believed to have shot his parents and brother all in the head before turning the gun on himself.

Cody Hunt was a student at Riverside High School in the Riverside Beaver County School District, which posted the following message on its website:

"Dear Riverside Families and Students,

"It is with great sadness that we inform you that RHS student Cody Hunt passed away in an incident that occurred Sunday night.

"Cody, a dedicated Junior at Riverside High School, was a member of the National Honor Society. He played the saxophone in the school's marching band and was passionate about aviation and history. Eager to serve his country, Cody planned to apply to the United States Air Force Academy. He also volunteered at the Air Heritage Museum in Chippewa, where he shared his love for aviation with visitors. Cody's classroom teachers and friends would say he was kind-hearted and always helped others.

"Everyone at Riverside will miss him dearly.

"Throughout the week, the district has made all Riverside counselors available for student and staff needs, and the Beaver County Prevention Network and Hope Therapy dogs will be available in the high school.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with Cody's family, friends, and educators. On behalf of Riverside Beaver County School District, we express our deepest condolences and offer unwavering support to those affected by this heartbreaking tragedy."