Irondequoit Family of Four Found Dead in Homicide Investigation; Authorities Seek Answers

A family of four was found dead in the basement of their smoldering home in Irondequoit, New York, on Saturday morning, and authorities believe their deaths were caused by something other than the fire. The victims, identified as 30-year-old Famime Ubaldo, 26-year-old Marangely Moreno-Santiago, 4-year-old Evangeline Ubaldo-Moreno, and 2-year-old Sebastian Ubaldo-Moreno, are believed to be victims of homicide, according to Irondequoit Police.

Firefighters discovered the bodies of the two adults and two children while responding to multiple fires at the family’s home. Although the flames were extinguished, the grisly discovery prompted police to treat the scene as a homicide investigation. No arrests have been made, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.

Irondequoit Police Chief Scott Peters described the scene as horrific, emphasizing the impact of the tragedy on the community. “In almost 32 years doing this job, I’ve never seen anything like it,” Peters said. He expressed his determination to bring those responsible for the deaths of the innocent children to justice, underscoring the deep outrage felt by both the community and law enforcement.

The family had moved into the home about two or three years ago, and investigators are now waiting for autopsy results and the medical examiner’s determination of the exact cause of death. However, Chief Peters indicated that the condition of the bodies suggested foul play from the outset, prompting the immediate shift to a homicide investigation. The police are exploring all leads to piece together what happened in the hours leading up to the tragic event.

Irondequoit Fire Chief Shane Metcalf stated that the cause of the fire is still under investigation. It is unclear whether the fire was set intentionally or if it was related to the cause of death. The investigation into both the fire and the homicides is ongoing, and authorities are working tirelessly to uncover the truth behind the incident.

Irondequoit, a suburb of Rochester that borders Lake Ontario, has been shaken by the tragedy. The loss of such a young family has deeply affected the community, which is rallying to support one another in the wake of the horrific event. The police have called on anyone with information to assist in the investigation, as they strive to bring closure to the grieving loved ones of the victims.

As the investigation progresses, the Irondequoit Police Department remains committed to finding justice for the Ubaldo-Moreno family. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available, and authorities continue to urge residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.