Crime
Teenage son killed his parents and three siblings at home in Fall City
Other victims, who had managed to hide in a bathroom during the incident, called police for help.
A devastating domestic violence incident occurred early Monday morning in Fall City, Washington, resulting in the deaths of five people.
The King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) responded to multiple 911 calls reporting a shooting at a home in the 7700 block of Lake Alice Road Southeast.
Upon arrival, deputies discovered the bodies of five victims inside the residence.
Two adults and three teenagers were tragically killed.
Other victims, who had managed to hide in a bathroom during the incident, called police for help.
One injured teenager received medical attention and was transported to Harborview Medical Center.
King County Sheriff Patti Cole-Tindall expressed her deep sadness and distress over the incident, which occurred in a typically low-crime neighborhood.
A teenage boy, believed to be involved in the shooting, was taken into custody and remains at the King County Juvenile Detention Center. The KCSO Major Crimes Unit is leading the investigation, with support from the Washington State Patrol.
The Snoqualmie Valley School District sent a letter to families, expressing condolences for the loss and offering counseling services to students who may be affected by the tragedy.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, including the manner and cause of death for each victim.
Further details will be released as they become available.
Authorities have identified the suspect in Thursday’s deadly shooting at Florida State University (FSU) as 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner, the son of longtime Leon County Sheriff’s Deputy Jessica Ikner.
During an afternoon press conference, FSU Police Chief Jason Trumbower confirmed that Phoenix Ikner was responsible for opening fire near the university’s Student Union Building, killing two individuals and injuring six others.
The incident unfolded around 11:50 a.m. on April 17, when the gunman began shooting on the university’s main campus in Tallahassee.
“FSU police responded immediately, engaged, neutralized, and apprehended the shooter,” Trumbower said. Ikner, believed to be an FSU student, was taken into custody and transported to a local hospital following the incident.
Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell detailed the law enforcement response, stating that officers confronted Ikner and opened fire when he failed to comply with commands.
He was subsequently subdued and taken for medical treatment.
Leon County Sheriff Walt McNeil confirmed that the suspect is the son of Deputy Jessica Ikner, a veteran of the department with over 18 years of service.
“She has performed her duties with distinction,” McNeil stated, expressing support for Deputy Ikner during what he described as a devastating moment for her and the department.
Investigators revealed that the weapon used in the shooting was a handgun previously issued to Deputy Ikner before she transitioned to a new service weapon.
It was reportedly her personal firearm. Authorities also found a shotgun in Ikner’s possession at the scene, though it remains unclear whether it was discharged during the attack.
“We are continuing to investigate the role each weapon may have played and whether the suspect had access to additional firearms,” McNeil said.
Chief Revell added that Phoenix Ikner had been a “long-standing member” of the Leon County Sheriff’s Office Youth Advisory Council and had participated in several law enforcement-related programs over the years.
“It’s not surprising to us that he had some level of access to firearms given his history within the agency’s youth programs,” Revell stated.
The motive behind the shooting remains unclear. Authorities noted that Ikner has so far refused to cooperate with investigators or provide any explanation for his actions.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is assisting in the investigation and has requested that anyone who witnessed the shooting or has relevant information or media uploads related to the incident submit tips through their official website at www.fbi.gov/fsushooting.
FSU remains under heightened security as law enforcement continues to process the scene and gather evidence.