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Missing couple found shot to death in woodland area as police launch murder probe

A missing couple have been found shot to death in a woodland in the US.

The bodies of Stephen Reid, 67, and Djeswende Reid, 66, were discovered in the woods in Concord, New Hampshire, on Thursday evening.

Family and friends had not heard from the pair since Monday, when they went for a walk in the woods.

Police have launched a murder investigation following the discovery of their bodies.

Geoffrey Ward, New Hampshire's senior assistant attorney general, said: "Anyone who saw the Reids that Monday afternoon, anyone walking on those trails, anyone who has any information related to their disappearance or deaths are asked to contact the Concord Police Department about anything that they saw or heard that afternoon."

Stephen Reid was 67 (CBS News)
Djeswende Reid was 66 (CBS News)

Concord Police Deputy Chief John Thomas added: "This is a tragedy, something that came out of nowhere and we are doing our due diligence investing all of our resources, working with our state and local partners to bring this case to a successful resolution."

Officers have not revealed whether they believe it was a targeted attack, CBS News reports.

In a statement, police previously said: "Stephen and his wife Djeswende 'Wende' Reid were last seen by family on Sunday April 17, 2022 at a family member’s home in Concord, NH.

Police comb the area (CBS News)

"Both parties last had phone communication with family and friends on Monday April 18, 2022.

"The Reids were reported missing by a family member on April 20, 2022 when Stephen did not arrive for a planned event.

"Both of their vehicles were parked in their usual places. There is no known medical history or domestic violence for either person.

The couple were known to walk in the area (CBS News)
Police have launched a major investigation (CBS News)

"Neither are believed to own any firearms. They are avid outdoors people and are known to take frequent walks along the trails near their Concord residence.

"Their absence and lack of communication with family and friends is uncharacteristic and their disappearance is of significant concern."

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