Each had sustained a single gunshot wound, and authorities say a gun was recovered at the scene. Harvard Police Chief Tyson Bauman confirmed to Fox News that the investigation is ongoing.

”While a murder-suicide is a potential scenario, no final determination has been made,” he said.

Hours before her death, Rachel had posted this on Facebook: ”Forever chasing sunsets. Wishing we were back in Greece.” The post appeared to hint at the couple’s honeymoon, according to Fox News.

The McHenry County Coroner’s Office is performing autopsies and toxicology testing, with the McHenry County Major Investigation Assistance Team (MIAT) supporting forensic analysis.

”A strong sense of empathy”

As police work to uncover what really happened, the victims’ families and friends remain in shock. Rachel’s obituary described her as a loyal friend who loved cooking, fashion, decorating, and spending time by the water:

”She had a strong sense of empathy, compassion, social justice, and fair play, always championing those who needed a voice. With her exuberant spirit, quick wit, and unfiltered humor, she brought energy and laughter to every room she entered.”

After high school, she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration, cum laude, from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, and most recently worked as Human Resources Manager at Climate Pros, LLC.