A heartbreaking incident unfolded Monday night in St. Ann, Missouri, where a woman and two young children lost their lives in a shooting. The tragedy occurred around 9 p.m. within a residential home, leaving the community in shock.

According to St. Ann Police Chief Aaron Jimenez, officers arriving at the scene discovered a grim tableau. A teenage boy was found deceased in the kitchen, a woman was found dead in the garage, and a 5-year-old girl was critically injured in the living room. The young girl was rushed to a hospital but tragically succumbed to her injuries.

Adding to the tragedy, a teenage girl also suffered a gunshot wound to her hand. Fortunately, her injuries are not life-threatening, and she is expected to recover. Authorities also encountered a man inside the home with what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The man, who had seemingly barricaded himself inside, was transported to a hospital. His condition remains unknown.

Police Chief Jimenez indicated that further details surrounding the incident will be released later Tuesday as the investigation continues.