Authorities investigate apparent murder-suicide in Cape May County, New Jersey

MIDDLE TWP., New Jersey (WPVI) -- An apparent murder-suicide is being investigated in Cape May County, New Jersey

Middle Township police officers responded Thursday to a residence on West Atlantic Avenue to check the well-being of the occupants.

When officers arrived, they discovered two bodies.

Officials said the crime does not appear to be a random act of violence, but a murder-suicide.

Investigators say more information will be released once the autopsies are completed.

Anyone with information is asked to call Cape May County Prosecutor's Office at 609-465-1135 or the Middle Township Police Department at 609-465-8700.

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