The two victims of a murder-suicide in Santa Ana have been identified, with more details emerging about the tragic events that took place. The victims were 25-year-old Jordan Block and 64-year-old Brian Martin.
Authorities found the niece and uncle dead in a unit of a business complex in Santa Ana. Police believe they were shot and killed by the woman’s boyfriend.
According to reports, Block was visiting her uncle on Thursday when her boyfriend arrived at the scene. The niece made a frantic 911 call, reporting that her boyfriend had attacked both her and her uncle. Despite a swift response by officers, both victims were already deceased.
A woman who rents a unit in the business complex described Martin as cordial to all tenants and someone who used to teach women’s self-defense classes. It was noted that Martin had a large collection of ancient swords, one of which was found outside the garage covered in blood.
The niece’s boyfriend was found at the scene with a self-inflicted gunshot wound and was in critical condition as of Friday. The motive behind the tragic event is still being investigated.