Homicide investigation underway after man, woman found dead at Azusa home

Authorities have launched a homicide investigation after a man and woman were found dead at a home in Azusa on Saturday afternoon. 

The deaths were first reported at around 2 p.m. in the 300 block of N. Twintree Avenue near Haltern Street, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. They were called to the scene after learning of a person screaming in the area.

"Upon arrival, they detained a male adult in front of the location," the LASD statement said. "The male had sustained numerous apparent knife wounds and was transported to an area hospital where he is listed in critical condition."

The victims were both declared dead at the scene, deputies said. They have not yet released information on a cause of death for either, but deputies said they both also appeared to have multiple knife wounds. 

The sheriff's department identified the victims as Linda Rodriguez and Arthur Contreras. 

The man authorities believe is responsible for the crime has been identified as 29-year-old Gabriel Contreras. He has been charged by the LA County District Attorney's Office with two counts of murder and two counts of assault with a firearm. 

Investigators did not say if they are still searching for a suspect, as the incident appears to be related to domestic violence. 

Anyone who knows more is asked to contact LASD's Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500.