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Elderly Hayward couple shot by son before he kills himself, police said

Police in Hayward said a man shot his elderly parents before fatally shooting himself in an incident over the weekend.

Around 7 p.m. Sunday, authorities were called to the 26000 block of Gading Road near Huntwood Way on reports of a shooting. In an update Monday afternoon, police said a 71-year-old woman reported that her 38-year-old son shot her, her 70-year-old husband and himself inside the home where they all lived.

When police arrived, they found three people suffering from gunshot wounds.  

The parents were taken to the hospital and are listed in critical condition as of Monday afternoon. 

Police said the son was found unresponsive with a gunshot wound. He was taken to the hospital but was pronounced deceased upon arrival.

Officers said Monday that the shooting appeared to be an isolated incident. No suspects are being sought and there is no threat to public safety.

Additional details about the shooting were not immediately available. 

The incident remains under investigation.

If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, you can reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. You can also chat with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline here.

For more information about mental health care resources and support, The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine can be reached Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.–10 p.m. ET, at 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or email info@nami.org.

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