TOWSON, MD—A candlelight vigil will be held on Sunday evening for the victims of Friday’s double murder suicide in Towson.

At around 12 p.m. on August 18, 2023, officers with the Baltimore County Police Department were called to the 1000-block of Kenilworth Drive (21204) for a welfare call.

Once on scene, officers discovered two adults and one child deceased inside the home. Prathiba Y. Amarnath (37), Yogesh H. Nagarajappa (37), and 6-year-old Yash Honnal each appeared to suffer from an apparent gunshot wound.

Based on the initial investigation, this incident is believed to be a double murder suicide committed by Yogesh H. Nagarajappa.

“The Riderwood Hills community suffered a terrible tragedy on Friday with the murder-suicide involving a family on Kenilworth Drive,” said Councilman Mike Ertel on Sunday. “There will be a candlelight vigil tonight (Sunday) at 8:00 p.m. at 1012 Kenilworth Drive to show support for the family and community. Candles will be provided.”

The victims had no extended family in the U.S.

Photo via Councilman Mike Ertel