Family found dead in South Carolina home amid investigation
- Three family members were found dead in their Greer home following a neighbor's call to authorities.
- The Spartanburg Sheriff’s Office confirmed the victims were Richard Samarel, his wife Lina, and their daughter Samantha.
- The investigation is ongoing, and authorities do not believe there is a threat to the public.
In Greer, South Carolina, authorities made a shocking discovery on a Friday morning when they responded to a call from a neighbor. Upon arrival, officers from the Spartanburg Sheriff’s Office encountered a language barrier before gaining entry to the residence. Inside, they found three deceased individuals: 54-year-old Richard Samarel, 45-year-old Lina Maria Samarel, and their 9-year-old daughter, Samantha. The time of death has been confirmed to be between 10:20 a.m. and 11:29 a.m. on that day. Other children residing in the home were reported to be at school during the incident. In the wake of this revelation, the sheriff's office announced that they do not believe there is a threat to the public. However, the cause of death has not yet been disclosed, with police stating that they are conducting an active investigation. Richard Samarel was a former executive with Bloomberg LP, while Lina worked as a therapist and was originally from Colombia. Both parents are remembered for their dedication to family, as they had three children together. The coroner's office is working in conjunction with the sheriff's office to gather more information, and authorities have requested compassion in media coverage, emphasizing the need for respect during these sensitive times. Additionally, it has been noted that the investigation is ongoing and that further details will be released once evidence has been processed. Richard's professional background as a manager at Bloomberg and Lina's experience as a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner highlight their commitment to their careers and family life. Residents and the community have expressed shock and sadness at the loss of the Samarel family, while local authorities continue their inquiry into the circumstances surrounding their deaths.