BRUTAL CRIME
Tragic update after mother Sonia Loja ‘strangled’ her three children in horror murder-suicide in Danbury, CT
A MOTHER of three, Sonia Loja, has allegedly strangled her children in a tragic murder-suicide in Danbury, Connecticut.
The children, Junior Panjon, 12, Joselyn Panjon, 10, and, Jonael Panjon, 5, appeared to have been strangled by the 36-year old mother, according to police.
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Police said Loja appeared to have died from asphyxia by hanging, but the official autopsies of the family haven't been announced yet.
Officers discovered the grisly scene at a Danbury home on Wednesday after a chilling 911 call.
Police responded to the home at 6.30pm after the call from a distraught individual who was crying on the phone.
Two other adults lived with Loja and her children, but weren't home when police arrived.
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The three children were found dead inside the home by the authorities.
Cops made another harrowing discovery in the shed, where a woman’s body was found.
According to police chief Patrick Ridenhour, the incident appeared to be isolated and there is no immediate threat to the community.
"State's Attorney has been notified their inspector and State's Attorney have been here as well," Ridenhour told .
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"And they'll be talking to any neighbors and any possible witnesses and getting some background on the victims and talking to family members.
"It's a really extremely difficult time for many of the officers, especially those who had to go inside," Ridenhour said.
"We are ensuring their mental health and well-being is being taken care of at this time, as well."
Mayor Dean Esposito has also announced the importance of mental health at this time.
He said in a statement: “A truly horrible event occurred in our city yesterday and we mourn the tragic loss of life.
"In the coming days, mental health and counseling services will be provided through collaboration with the Danbury Public Schools and the City of Danbury.
"Our community grieves for the innocent lives taken from us. We will get through this together,” he said.
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The Sun contacted police for more information and have yet to hear back.
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
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