TREMONT, Maine — Authorities are investigating the deaths of a married couple as a murder-suicide following a tragic incident that occurred earlier this week. The Maine State Police have confirmed the identities of the deceased as 35-year-old William Hawley and his 78-year-old wife, Jyoti Hawley, both residents of Tremont.
The investigation began on December 23, 2025, when dispatchers received a 911 call regarding an emergency at a residence located on Big Rocks Road. Officers from the Southwest Harbor Police Department responded to the scene and discovered the couple unresponsive. The bodies were subsequently transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Augusta for autopsy procedures.
Autopsy results indicated that William died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, while Jyoti’s death has been categorized as a homicide. Officials say this devastating incident has left the local community in shock, as the couple had been together for several years. No further details about the circumstances leading up to the incident have been released.
Maine State Police are actively seeking assistance from the public in relation to this case. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective Dana Austin at the police department. Tips can be reported directly or submitted electronically through the Major Crimes Unit North.
As investigations continue, officials have emphasized the importance of mental health support, urging those in crisis to reach out for help. The Maine Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 at 988 for individuals seeking immediate assistance.
This incident underscores the broader issues of mental health and domestic violence, topics that are increasingly gaining attention across the United States. Community members are advised to stay vigilant and support one another during difficult times.
Additional information will be provided as the investigation progresses.