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Accident – Death – Obituary News :
Details of the Incident
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has recently disclosed that the unfortunate demise of an East Falls Church married couple in Arlington was the result of a murder-suicide. The distressing incident unfolded when Arlington County Police responded to a distress call at a residence in the 2400 block of N. Powhatan Street on Dec. 7, 2023.
Upon arrival, authorities discovered the lifeless bodies of Maria Theista Macknight and Gregory Cunningham, both aged 72. The couple exhibited unmistakable signs of deliberate carbon monoxide poisoning, leading to their tragic deaths.
Medical Examiner’s Findings
Following a thorough investigation, the medical examiner determined that Maria Macknight’s death was a homicide caused by carbon monoxide poisoning. In contrast, Gregory Cunningham’s demise was classified as a suicide, with the same cause of death – carbon monoxide poisoning.
Seeking Information
The Arlington County Police Department’s Homicide/Robbery Unit is urging anyone with pertinent information about this harrowing incident to come forward. You can reach out to the authorities at 703-228-4180 or via email at ACPDTipline@arlingtonva.us. Alternately, anonymous tips can be shared through the Arlington County Crime Solvers hotline at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477).
It is truly heart-wrenching to witness such a tragic loss of life, especially in the peaceful neighbourhood of East Falls Church. The community is left in shock and disbelief at the untimely end of Maria Macknight and Gregory Cunningham. May their souls rest in peace.
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