Lafayette Woman Arrested in Seattle for Double Homicide of Two Women

Seyene Vargas, a 50-year-old woman, was arrested in Seattle, Washington, on March 16 for the suspected murder of two women, Laportia Shenett, 34, and Kadeisha Ross, 28, in Lafayette, Indiana. The victims were found dead in Shenett's apartment on March 1, with evidence suggesting Vargas shot both women after attempting to contact Shenett. Following the incident, Vargas allegedly disassembled the firearm used and concealed its parts in Gary, Indiana. She faces charges including two counts of murder, obstruction of justice, and false informing, with a potential sentence exceeding 100 years. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities believe Vargas had a prior domestic relationship with Shenett. Police are urging anyone with information about the case to come forward.