Bedford Township, MI – Authorities are continuing to investigate the deaths of two individuals found inside a Bedford Township home over the weekend.
According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, 17-year-old Gwendolyn Fay Smith, a 2025 graduate of Bedford Public Schools, and 33-year-old Ryne Jacob Leist, both from Temperance, were discovered deceased Saturday inside a residence in the 1600 block of West Sterns Road.
The sheriff’s office stated Monday that the circumstances surrounding their deaths remain under active investigation by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Detective Bureau. Autopsy results are pending from the Lucas County Coroner’s Office to determine the official causes of death.
Sheriff Troy Goodnough said detectives are working diligently to complete the investigation and noted that, at this time, authorities do not believe there is an ongoing threat to the community. He urged residents to remain patient as investigators continue gathering evidence and awaiting forensic findings.
The sheriff’s office has not released further details regarding the relationship between the deceased or what may have led to the incident. Officials indicated that additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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