Encino couple killed in murder-suicide identified

ENCINO - Authorities have identified the couple killed in a murder-suicide shooting that occurred when their three children were in the home.

Pedro Papias, 41, is believed to have shot his common-law wife Rosa Valencia, 35, and then himself on Sunday in the master bedroom of their gated home at 4816 Haskell Ave., said Officer Norma Eisenman, Los Angeles Police Department.

Eisenman said the couple was arguing when Papias picked up the gun and shot Valencia. The shooting occurred around 12:35 p.m.

Police said the couple's 12-year-old son called 911 for help. The boy was later found walking around outside looking for assistance along with his 10-year-old brother and 5-year-old sister.

The three children are now with relatives.