A tragic incident has rocked the community of New Bedford, Massachusetts, where the son of a former Red Sox star and his 8-year-old son were found dead in an alleged murder-suicide. According to authorities, George C. Scott III, 54, and his son Dante Hazard were found dead inside their home on Phillips Road after a relative requested a wellness check on Friday afternoon. The incident has left the community in shock and disbelief, with many struggling to come to terms with the tragic loss. Authorities have revealed that it appears the father killed his son with a sharp object before taking his own life. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine what led to the tragic incident.
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Dante Hazard was the son of Lisa Hazard and George Scott III, and his disappearance has been a source of concern for authorities since 2019. The Bristol District Attorney has revealed that Scott is a person of interest in her disappearance, adding a new layer of complexity to the investigation. Hazard was last seen on March 3, 2019, in New Bedford, and was supposed to go to a drug rehabilitation center at the time of her disappearance.
The incident has sparked a conversation about mental health and the need to address issues that may lead to such tragic incidents. It is a reminder that mental health issues can affect anyone, regardless of their background or social status, and that it is essential to seek help when needed. The community is coming together to support the families affected by the tragedy and to call for increased mental health resources to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.
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