Residents in Lakewood Ranch were left reeling last night after deputies found a woman and two children dead inside a home. The three were discovered during a welfare check at a residence in the 8200 block of Pavia Way. Manatee County investigators say the scene remains active, but there is no immediate threat to nearby neighborhoods.
Welfare Check Led Deputies Into the House
Manatee County deputies responded after the homeowner, who was out of town, requested a welfare check and, on arrival, “observed circumstances that prompted them to enter the home,” where they found an adult female and two children deceased, according to FOX 13. The outlet reports that detectives stayed at the property into Friday as they processed the scene and gathered evidence.
Investigators Working the Scene
As reported by WWSB, deputies were called to the home at about 8:30 p.m. Thursday. Officials have not released the names or ages of the victims, and the Medical Examiner will determine the official causes and manner of death.
Officials Urge Caution as the Probe Continues
Preliminary information indicates all parties involved have been accounted for and there is no active threat to the community, Patch reports. Detectives have asked residents to steer clear of rumors and speculation while they review evidence and follow up on leads.
What This Means Locally
Lakewood Ranch is an award‑winning master‑planned community that straddles Manatee and Sarasota counties and is home to tens of thousands of residents, according to Lakewood Ranch. WTSP first reported the discovery and cited the sheriff’s office release for initial scene details, an update that has since been echoed across local outlets.
