Four violent deaths.

There are no words that can adequately express the shock and sadness over what happened in Seabeck on Jan. 27.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of those who died, as well as firefighters and law enforcement officers who were the first to discover the horror of what happened.

Of course, the foremost question in the community is “Why?” Investigators are working to answer that question and resolve this case. And the community can help.

Anyone with information related to this case should call Sheriff’s Detective Lissa Gundrum at 360-337-5669. Callers can remain anonymous.

Meanwhile, a GoFundMe account has been established to help defray the expenses that will be incurred by the victims’ families. Go to https://www.gofundme.com/careaga-family-fund.

We join the community in its prayers for answers, for resolution, and for healing.