2 children, 2 adults found dead from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning in Marion County

Four people, including two adults and two children, were found dead during a welfare check at a home on Banyan Track Way.
Published: Feb. 7, 2026 at 9:16 AM EST|Updated: Feb. 7, 2026 at 11:22 AM EST

OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) — Four people, including two adults and two children, were found dead during a welfare check at a home on Banyan Track Way, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office said.

UPDATE: Officials identify family of 4 killed from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning in Marion County

Deputies discovered the deaths at approximately 10:25 p.m. when they entered the home to conduct the welfare check.

Investigators say the deaths may be the result of carbon monoxide poisoning, but the official cause of death is pending confirmation from the Medical Examiner’s Office.

There is no foul play suspected. The sheriff’s office is working to identify the victims.

At approximately 10:25 p.m., Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) deputies responded to a residence on Banyan Track Way for a welfare check. Upon entering the home, deputies located two adults and two children deceased inside the residence(WCJB)

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