Patricia L. Sander, a 73-year-old woman from Cincinnati, OH, tragically died on December 10, 2019. She was found dead in her home in Delhi Township, alongside her husband Harvey Sander, who was 70 years old. The Hamilton County Coroner determined that Patricia's death was an apparent homicide, while Harvey's death was ruled an apparent suicide. The couple was discovered by police after a 911 call was made from their home, during which a female voice was heard expressing pain and distress. Shortly after, two gunshots were heard, and communication ended. The police, upon entering the home, found both Patricia and Harvey dead in an upstairs bedroom.
The incident was initially investigated as a possible murder-suicide. Delhi Township Police Chief James Howarth stated that Harvey Sander had called 911 and mentioned that his wife was in constant pain and that nothing else could be done. The police brought in a SWAT team and entered the house two hours after the call. The investigation revealed that Harvey had shot Patricia before taking his own life. The case remains under investigation, but no arrests or suspects have been identified in connection with Patricia's death.
Patricia L. Sander was a woman of Caucasian ethnicity and had worked in the brokerage industry with Quick & Reilly. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her obituary described her as a devoted parent and loving family member. The tragic circumstances of her death have left her family and community in mourning.
If you or someone you know may be struggling with suicidal thoughts, you can call the U.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 any time day or night, or chat online. Crisis Text Line also provides free, 24/7, confidential support via text message to people in crisis when they dial 741741.
