A woman has been charged with shooting her two children to death inside an Ambridge, Pennsylvania home on Monday. Ambridge police said the incident occurred in the 900 block of Maplewood Avenue around 1:30 p.m on February 22, 2021.
48-year-old Krisinda Bright has been charged with two counts of criminal homicide. She is being held in the county jail without bond.
The victims have been identified as 16-year-old Jeffrey Bright and 22-year-old Jasmine Cannady.
Jasmine Cannady and Jeffrey Bright
Both victims died of gunshot wounds to the head.
The two victims were found dead inside a home following the shooting in the 900 block of Maplewood Avenue around 1:30 p.m.
Sam Bruno, a neighbor, says Bright and her family lived in the neighborhood for five years, but also believes Bright was struggling with a mental illness.
“A couple of months ago, she was gone for a couple of days. I asked her where she was. She said that she committed herself into psychiatric help. We were friendly, we talked,” Bruno said.
Ambridge police said an investigation with the county detectives bureau and the coroner’s office is ongoing.
On Monday, the Ambridge Area School District released the following statement about the loss of a student in the community, though they did not immediately make a connection with this case:
“It is with deep regret that we inform you about a recent loss to our school community. On Monday, Feb. 22, 2021, a student at Ambridge High School, passed away. This loss is sure to raise many emotions, concerns, and questions for our entire school, especially our students.
The Ambridge Area School District has a crisis intervention team made up of professionals trained to help with the needs of students, parents, and school personnel at difficult times such as this. The district has counselors available for any student who may need or want help or any type of assistance surrounding this loss. We encourage you, as parents, to also feel free to use our resources.
If you would like additional information or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact Janice Zupsic, High School principal at jzupsic@ambridge.k12.pa.us or call 724-266-2833 Ext. 2287. Additionally, Val Misencik can be reached at 724-266-2833 Ext. 2377 to assist you in reaching a counselor for support.
We are saddened by the loss to our school community and will make every effort to help you and your child.”
If you or someone you know needs mental health support, there is help available.
The PA Support and Referral Helpline is available at 1-855-284-2494.
Caseworkers are available around the clock to refer you to community-based resources.
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