GALLIA COUNTY, Ohio (WSAZ) – A death investigation has been opened in Gallia County after five people were found unresponsive on Tuesday inside a home on State Route 7 South in Clay Township.
The Gallia County 911 Center received a call about the individuals at approximately 10:44 a.m.
Officials say there is no suspicion of foul play involved in these deaths.
“My investigative team is currently on scene, and we are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the cause of death. Further details will be made available and released as soon as those details are confirmed. ”Currently, the identities of the individuals are being withheld until we can ensure that all the families have been notified”, stated Sheriff Champlin.
“The loss of any life is sad, however a tragedy such as this is truly heartbreaking. Please join me in praying for the lives lost today and the family and friends who will suffer a monumental amount of grief based upon this situation.”
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