PLEASANTON, Texas – Two brothers were found dead by their mother in a backyard shed on Thursday morning in Pleasanton, according to police.
Officers were dispatched to the scene just before 5:30 a.m. at a home near Sixth Street and Pleasanton Avenue.
According to Pleasanton Police Chief Ernest Guerra, a woman found her children bleeding and unresponsive in the shed.
Authorities said the woman called 911. They were later pronounced dead by first responders.
Pleasanton police said the children appeared to be minors, but their ages are not yet confirmed.
A relative told KSAT they were brothers.
A neighbor who identified himself as James told KSAT that he woke up to police lights and officers asking if he had security footage.
James told KSAT he heard bangs overnight. After he reviewed his camera, he realized they were the sounds of two gunshots.
Police have yet to confirm whether the brothers' deaths were caused by gunshot wounds.
“I just feel bad for the mom and dad,” James said. “(I’ve) seen the kids around all the time.”
Police did not provide additional information about the incident, including how they died.
Officers said they were interviewing persons of interest. It is unclear if anyone has been arrested or charged in connection with the children’s deaths.
This is a developing story. Check back for more updates.
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