Three adult family members were found dead at a single-family home in Nahant that officials said had elevated levels of carbon monoxide on Monday night.
The victims were positively identified on Tuesday as John Benson, 77, his sister-in-law Youngae Benson, 74, and his nephew Andrew Carruth, 45.
Nahant police and firefighters responded to the home on Cottage Street to conduct a well-being check Monday night. At approximately 10:50 p.m., first responders remained at the “very active scene,” according to Nahant Police Chief Timothy Furlong and Fire Chief Austin Antrim. State Police detectives assigned to the Essex County District Attorney’s office also responded to the scene.
While the investigation remains active and ongoing, Nahant firefighters found elevated levels of carbon monoxide inside the home, the statement said.
“Foul play is not suspected at this time,” the statement said. “There is no danger to the community.”
Public safety officials asked residents and motorists to avoid the Cottage Street area to allow emergency personnel to access the scene.
