TRAGEDY UNFOLDS — POLICE FIND MOTHER AND 11-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER DEAD INSIDE HOME AFTER CONCERNED RELATIVE REQUESTS WELFARE CHECK

Police have confirmed the devastating discovery of a mother and her 11-year-old daughter inside their home after a worried relative requested a welfare check when they were unable to make contact with them.

Officers were called to the residence after family members reported that they had not heard from Shalomar Green and her daughter, Olivia Chandler, prompting immediate concerns for their safety. Upon entering the property, police located both victims deceased inside the home, in what authorities have described as a deeply distressing scene.

The case has sent shockwaves through the local community, with investigators now working urgently to piece together the final hours leading up to the tragedy and determine exactly what happened inside the household.

CONCERNS BEFORE THE DISCOVERY

According to early reports, concerns had already been raised earlier on the morning of the incident. Shalomar Green is said to have expressed fear over the behaviour of her husband, Derek Green, who was allegedly seen moving around the home while carrying a knife and acting in a highly erratic manner.

These alarming observations reportedly left Shalomar increasingly anxious, with investigators now examining whether any emergency calls or additional warnings were made prior to the fatal incident.

Neighbours and family members have described the situation as “disturbing” and “out of character,” though authorities have not yet confirmed how long the concerning behaviour may have been escalating inside the home.

PAST HISTORY UNDER REVIEW

As the investigation continues, attention has turned to Derek Green’s past, which includes previous allegations of domestic violence.

Police records indicate that Green had a documented history of violent behaviour within domestic settings. He was also previously accused in connection with a 2021 homicide case involving the death of Kenneth Palmer. However, those charges were ultimately dropped after a grand jury reportedly declined to indict, resulting in no prosecution at the time.

Authorities have confirmed that Green’s past will now form part of the wider investigation as detectives attempt to understand the full background leading up to the killings.

CONFESSION AND SHOCKING DETAILS

In a major development in the case, investigators say Derek Green has since admitted to both shooting and stabbing the two victims.

Police sources confirmed that Green made a confession during questioning, providing details of the attack that took place inside the home.

In a further disturbing revelation, authorities say Green also admitted to actions following the killings involving the body of 11-year-old Olivia Chandler. Officials have described this aspect of the case as particularly harrowing and deeply upsetting for investigators.

Law enforcement has not released full details publicly, citing the ongoing nature of the investigation and the sensitive nature of the evidence.

INVESTIGATION CONTINUES

Detectives are now working to reconstruct the timeline of events, including the moments leading up to the welfare check and any possible missed opportunities for intervention.

Forensic teams remain involved in processing evidence from the home, while authorities are also reviewing communication records and witness statements.

Officials have not yet confirmed a formal motive, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Community members have begun leaving tributes outside the home, expressing grief and disbelief at the loss of both a mother and child in circumstances that investigators have described as among the most disturbing they have encountered.

As the case develops, police say they are committed to ensuring a full and thorough investigation into what led to the tragedy inside the family home.