Modesto Mother may have shot her 17-year-old son and then herself. The police are investigating

The Modesto Police Department announced it is investigating the deaths of a mother and her son as a murder-suicide.

On the morning of October 24, police discovered the bodies of Sierra Morgan (46) and her son Cole Miller (17). Both had gunshot wounds, but Morgan determined they were self-inflicted. A handgun was found at the scene at 1500 Citrus Drive.

According to MPD, the bodies were discovered after a co-worker reported that Morgan didn’t show up for work. When officers arrived, they forced their way into the home and discovered the bodies of Morgan and Miller.

“Detectives are working to determine what led to this tragic incident, but I do not believe there are any outstanding suspects,” the MPD said in a statement.

MPD had not provided any further updates as of Monday afternoon. Modesto City Schools said Miller was not a student in their district. A spokesperson told The Bee that MPD informed them that Miller was homeschooled. However, MPD did not confirm this. This.

Hundreds of comments appeared on Facebook in response to MPD’s announcement of the discovery and the update.

“Condolences to the family. We were friends and neighbors for several years. I didn’t think it would get to this point. This is a sad and tragic situation,” wrote Facebook user Jazmin Abdul.

“On behalf of her colleagues, I just want to say that she was a caring and kind person who showed compassion to her patients,” wrote Facebook user Tiff Hark. “She loved her son and didn’t have the easiest life. This result is a terrible tragedy. I feel sad for her son, but also for her. We don’t have all the answers, but we pray for peace over their souls.”

Morgan previously worked as a registered respiratory therapist at Kaiser Permanente, according to the National Provider Identifier Database.

A monument with flowers and letters of condolence was placed on the front lawn of the house.

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or is considering suicide, call 988 or your local mental health crisis intervention specialist at (209) 558-4600 or (888) 376-6246