Elderly Couple Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide at Connecticut Nursing Home

An 82-year-old man fatally shot his 81-year-old wife at Apple Rehab Cromwell before turning the gun on himself, leaving staff and residents in shock.

Barbara Brandt, 81, and her husband Dennis Brandt, 82, were identified as the deceased in the incident at Apple Rehab Cromwell.
The motive for the shooting remains unclear, with no previous threats reported by the couple.
The incident occurred in Barbara Brandt's private room, with no witnesses present during the shooting.
Staff members immediately responded by calling 911 after hearing gunshots from the room.
Counseling services are being provided to support the staff and residents affected by the tragedy.