Bodies Found During Well-Being Check

"ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL — Arlington Heights police are investigating the death of a husband and wife found shot to death in their home this morning by officers conducting a well-being check.

"Police discovered the bodies of Angelita James, 56, and Roger D. James, 48, about 8:40 a.m. after forcing their way into the residence on 930 East Shady Way when no one responded to the door.

"Angelita James’ son met police at the residence, telling officers his mother had not shown up for work for the past two days and couldn’t be reached. The vehicles of both Angelita and Roger James were parked outside the home, police said.

"After entering the residence, police found the couple in the same room dead from gunshot wounds. A firearm was located within the home, but police declined to say whether they believe it was the weapon used in the shootings.

"There is no evidence to suggest there is any danger to the community, police said."

From DailyHerald.com...