What We Know So Far

What We Know So Far

Here are the confirmed details emerging from recent, credible reporting:

The Incident

• Authorities in Madbury, New Hampshire, discovered four family members shot dead in their home on Moharimet Drive on August 18, 2025, at approximately 8:20 p.m., following 911 calls reporting multiple deaths.(turn0news14, turn0search2, turn0news13)

• The deceased were identified as:

  • Emily Long, age 34

  • Ryan Long, age 48

  • Parker Long, age 8 (son)

  • Ryan Long, age 6 (daughter)
    A third child—a toddler—survived and was found unharmed in the home.(turn0news14, turn0search5, turn0news13)

• Each of the four victims appeared to have suffered gunshot wounds, and all were pronounced dead at the scene.(turn0news14, turn0search2, turn0search5)

Murder–Suicide Context

• The case is being investigated as a possible murder-suicide. Autopsies are scheduled to help determine sequence, cause, and manner of death.(turn0news14, turn0search1, turn0news13)

• Authorities have affirmed that there is no known threat to the public at this time.(turn0news14, turn0search2)

Community & Emotional Reactions

• Neighbors described the family as “perfect,” recalling scenes such as their kids running a lemonade stand—expressions of shock and grief are widespread.(turn0news13, turn0search6)

• The Oyster River Cooperative School District, where Ryan Long served as a school psychologist, released a statement expressing heartbreak and confirmed they are offering mental health support for students, families, and staff affected by the tragedy.(turn0search4, turn0news13)

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