In Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia, a mother, 37, and her two five- and eight-year-old children were found dead in their apartment. The husband and father of the children was arrested some time later in Marl.
It will be examined whether he is responsible for the act. A homicide squad is set up to determine the circumstances of his death. The exact cause of death could not be determined on the spot. Further forensic examinations are still pending.