Retired police sergeant involved in murder-suicide of deputy chief and daughter

<p>A former deputy police chief in San Francisco, Ann Mannix, 65, and her 24-year-old daughter, Katie, were found dead in an apparent murder-suicide involving her husband, retired police sergeant Kevin Mannix, 68, according to the Marin County Sheriff's Office.</p><p>Authorities indicated that the investigation suggests a double-murder suicide. Miguel Almaguer, the public information officer for the Marin County Sheriff's Office, confirmed that Kevin Mannix is suspected to be the shooter but did not provide details on evidence found at the scene.</p><p>Deputies responded to a 911 call at the family's residence in Mill Valley around 5 p.m. on Sunday. The caller, identified as another resident of the home, managed to escape safely. Upon entering the home, deputies discovered the three deceased family members.</p><p>Autopsies for all three victims were scheduled for Tuesday.</p><p>Louis Wong, president of the San Francisco Police Officers Association, expressed condolences in a statement, highlighting the profound sadness surrounding the loss of Ann Mannix, her daughter Katie, and Kevin Mannix. He noted the impact of this tragedy on the San Francisco Police Department family.</p><p>Ann Mannix was recognized as the first woman to lead the SWAT team in San Francisco and was involved in promoting youth sports and served on the board of the city's Police Activities League. Lou Barberini, a former San Francisco police officer, described her as talented, competent, and well-liked.</p><p>San Francisco police did not immediately respond to requests for comment.</p>