News|PoliceSuspect, four victims dead after stabbing attack in US state of WashingtonA 32-year-old suspect stabbed four people to death before being shot by a sheriff’s deputy near Tacoma, Washington.
A 32-year-old male has been involved in a fatal incident on the Key Peninsula, northwest of Tacoma, Washington. The individual reportedly stabbed four people outside a residence and was subsequently shot and killed by a Pierce County sheriff's deputy.
A 32-year-old male has been involved in a fatal incident on the Key Peninsula, northwest of Tacoma, Washington. The individual reportedly stabbed four people outside a residence and was subsequently shot and killed by a Pierce County sheriff's deputy.
The events transpired on Tuesday morning, with deputies from the Pierce County Sheriff's Office responding to reports of a no-contact order violation at approximately 8:41 AM local time (16:41 GMT). The no-contact order had not been served to the suspect, rendering it invalid at the time.
As officers proceeded to deliver the order, the suspect allegedly began attacking individuals outside a home located in a cul-de-sac. Witnesses reported the attack at around 9:30 AM (17:30 GMT). The first deputy arrived three minutes later, and shots were fired at 9:33 AM (17:33 GMT), as confirmed by a video statement from local authorities.
A 32-year-old male has been involved in a fatal incident on the Key Peninsula, northwest of Tacoma, Washington.
The suspect was declared deceased at the scene. Three of the victims died on-site, while the fourth was transported to a hospital and later succumbed to injuries, according to Officer Shelbie Boyd, spokesperson for the Pierce County Force Investigation Team.
The Pierce County Force Investigation Team is currently conducting an investigation into both the deputy-involved shooting and the stabbings. It has been reported that the residence belongs to a woman who had filed for a one-year protection order against her son, citing threatening behavior, mental health issues, and substance abuse concerns.
Court records reveal allegations of mental and emotional abuse, destruction of property, and harm to a pet. The suspect had received notification of a hearing regarding the restraining order but failed to attend. The identities of the suspect and victims remain unconfirmed publicly.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
