San Diego family of three found dead in Lake Murray home after VA visit

Key points

• David Voight, 56, Amy Voight, 54, and their 13-year-old daughter Mya were found dead in a home in the 6800 block of Boulder Lake Avenue in San Diego’s Lake Murray neighborhood.
• A neighbor called 911 at 8:18 a.m. on Wednesday after finding the couple unresponsive; she reported hearing loud bangs the previous night.
• Preliminary evidence indicates all three died from gunshot wounds, and a gun was recovered from the residence.
• Amy Voight’s father, Gerald Austin, stated the couple visited a VA facility on Tuesday for mental health services but were told no one was available.
• The San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office is conducting autopsies to determine the exact cause and manner of death.

Background

This incident follows a pattern of domestic tragedies involving multiple fatalities, such as the Inver Grove Heights welfare check deaths in August 2026. It also highlights ongoing concerns regarding access to mental health resources for veterans, a theme seen in other recent investigations where families question the adequacy of support systems.

How outlets are covering it

The Los Angeles Times and Patch reported the basic facts of the discovery and the recovery of a firearm, noting that police had not released details on the circumstances. The San Diego Union-Tribune provided additional context by reporting that Gerald Austin, the father of Amy Voight, claimed the couple was turned away from a VA facility the day before the deaths. Austin alleged his son-in-law shot his daughter and granddaughter, attributing the act to PTSD. The VA disputed this, stating that all facilities offer same-day mental healthcare, though they declined to comment on the specific case due to privacy. The Union-Tribune also noted that the neighbor had keys to the home and heard loud bangs Tuesday night.

Why it matters

The case raises questions about the accessibility of emergency mental health services for veterans and the impact of PTSD on families. It also highlights the tragic loss of a child and the community’s response, including support from local schools.

What to watch

The San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office will release autopsy results to determine the cause and manner of death. Police are continuing their investigation and have asked the public to contact the homicide unit with any information.