Family Tragedy in Ukraine: Father and Two Children Found Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide

A devastating incident has unfolded in the Lviv region of Ukraine, where a 42-year-ancient man and his two children, ages 13 and 15, were found deceased in their home in the village of Stanislavchik, Zolochevsky district. Preliminary investigations suggest the father fatally shot his children before taking his own life.

Details of the Incident

On February 15, 2026, at approximately 9:25 PM local time, police responded to reports of gunfire at a residence in Stanislavchik. Upon arrival, law enforcement discovered the bodies of the man and his two children, all without signs of life Lviv Regional State Administration.

Authorities believe the man used a hunting rifle to shoot his children, after which he died by suicide. Criminal proceedings have been initiated under Part 1 and Part 2 of Article 115 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine, covering intentional murder and suicide Lviv Regional State Administration.

Investigation Underway

A pre-trial investigation is currently underway, led by the Lviv Regional Prosecutor’s Office, to determine the full circumstances surrounding the tragedy. Authorities are working to establish the motive behind the incident.

According to local Children’s Services, the family was not known to social services and was considered to be a stable and well-functioning unit Lviv Regional State Administration.

Maxim Kozitsky, Chairman of the Lviv Regional State Administration, stated he is personally monitoring the situation Lviv Regional State Administration.