The second of two intended victims remained in unknown condition at a Bay County Hospital Sunday evening, following a slaying that took place at a Grant Road home in Ponce de Leon Saturday.
The Holmes County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of a possible homicide at the residence shortly before 6 p.m. Upon arrival, investigators discovered two victims, a female who was deceased, and a male with life-threatening injuries.
Two suspects were identified within less than five hours of the crime and are currently in custody in Escambia County on unrelated charges stemming from existing felony warrants, officials said.
Holmes County Sheriff Tim Brown said that due to this investigation's ongoing status, no further details will be released Sunday night. However, the HCSO is expected to release more information, including the victims' identities, Monday morning.
"This investigation is a top priority for us," Brown said. "We are following leads and will release more information as soon as possible."