Emilia Ciortan, Sorin Ciortan and Stefan Pascu, All 71, Found Dead at North Royalton Home as Police Investigate
With heavy hearts, the North Royalton, Ohio, community is mourning after three people identified as Emilia Ciortan, 71, Sorin Ciortan, 71, and Stefan Pascu, 71, were found dead inside a residence on Tiffany Drive Tuesday evening. The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed the identities of all three individuals in an update. Authorities have not yet disclosed the circumstances surrounding their deaths, and the investigation remains ongoing.
According to information from the North Royalton Police Department, officers were dispatched to a residence in the 8900 block of Tiffany Drive at approximately 7:57 p.m. Tuesday, November 10, 2026, after receiving a report of an unwanted guest.
When officers arrived and entered the home, they discovered two people deceased inside. Given the circumstances, additional assistance was requested from the Southwest Enforcement Bureau (SEB), which was called to assist officers with gaining entry into the residence.
The incident prompted an investigation involving local authorities and the county medical examiner as officials worked to establish what happened inside the home.
The deaths of Emilia Ciortan, Sorin Ciortan, and Stefan Pascu have left those connected with the individuals and the wider community facing a difficult loss. Further details, including the circumstances and cause of death, have not been established in the information provided.
As the investigation continues, thoughts are with the families, friends, and loved ones affected by this tragedy.
