Police investigate murder-suicide in Hughesville

HUGHESVILLE, Md. (AP) — Police are investigating a murder-suicide in Hughesville.

The Charles County Sheriff’s Office says 37-year-old Damian Harley and a woman were found dead of gunshot wounds shortly before noon Wednesday inside Harley’s home. Police haven’t released the woman’s name, pending notification of relatives.

Police say it appears Harley shot the woman before killing himself. Investigators haven’t determined a motive. A gun was found at the scene.

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