Wisconsin Couple Found Dead in Illinois Days before First Anniversary
Harvard, IL – A young wisconsin couple was found dead inside a vehicle in Harvard, Illinois, just two to three days before they were scheduled to celebrate thier first wedding anniversary, according to reports from US media outlets.
The Harvard Police Department confirmed the discovery in a press release, stating that an officer located the vehicle parked with its emergency lights activated. Upon approaching the car and looking inside, the officer discovered the bodies of Rachel Dumovich, 29, and Brandon Dumovich, 30.
Authorities have confirmed that both individuals sustained gunshot wounds. A weapon was also recovered from within the vehicle. The inquiry is ongoing, and further details regarding the circumstances surrounding their deaths have not yet been released.
following the initial discovery, police issued a shelter-in-place order for nearby residents as a precautionary measure. Though, the order was later lifted after authorities determined there was no ongoing threat to the community or indication of an active shooter situation.
The couple’s story, as detailed on their wedding page on The Knot, reveals they were high school sweethearts. Rachel described meeting Brandon when she was just 12 years old, with their romantic relationship blossoming in 2022.
In a poignant detail, Rachel Dumovich posted on her Facebook page just hours before her death, sharing a sentiment of wanderlust: “Always chasing sunsets. Looking forward to getting back to Greece.” This message appears to reference the couple’s recent honeymoon trip to Greece.
This is a developing story. World Today News will continue to provide updates as more details becomes available.
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