Orange County Sheriff’s Office released more information Thursday about two dead bodies found in an unincorporated area of the county on Wednesday.

The office reported Wednesday morning that deputies responded to a suspicious condition call on Ramblewood Drive, which is northwest of Carrboro. Upon arrival to a residence, the bodies of Jennifer Johnson Miles, 59, and Thomas Bradshaw Claytor, 55, were found. Deputies located no signs of an intrusion or a struggle and found a firearm between the bodies of Claytor and Miles, which were in the shower area of a bathroom. Both victims had been shot.

Thursday’s release said a co-worker of Claytor became concerned when Claytor did not report to work on Tuesday or Wednesday. The co-worker called 911. When deputies arrived at the home, they were unable to make contact with the residents, although there were indications the parties were at home. A family member of one of the residents arrived and gave permission for forcible entry.

An autopsy will be performed during which the medical examiner will make an official ruling as to cause of death. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday it does not believe there is any ongoing threat to the community’s safety.

Walter Vila is the lead investigator in the case. The sheriff’s office encourages anyone who had recent contact with Thomas Claytor or Jennifer Miles, or anyone who has any information about their recent activities, to call Investigator Vila at (919) 245- 2907.

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