Crime
Victims killed in Fall City shooting identified
A 15-year-old boy, believed to be the surviving sibling, was taken into custody in connection with the incident.
The King County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the five victims of the devastating shooting that occurred on October 21st in Fall City, Washington.
Katheryn Humiston (7), Joshua Humiston (9), Benjamin Humiston (13), and their parents, Sarah Humiston (42) and Mark Humiston (43), were tragically killed in the incident.
Four of the victims suffered fatal gunshot wounds to the head.
The girl, identified as Breanna, was reportedly shot twice and received assistance from a neighbor before being taken to the hospital.
A young girl, the couple’s surviving daughter, was injured but has since been released from the hospital.
The suspect in the killings has been identified as the couple’s 15-year-old son. While his name has not been publicly released due to his age, he is facing charges of first-degree murder and first-degree attempted murder.
Neighbors reported that the teenage boy killed his parents and siblings, leaving only one sister who managed to survive the massacre.
Officials say she is currently in ‘satisfactory’ condition.
The father, Humiston, originally from Texas, had been an Associate Principal at Hargis Engineers in Seattle, where he had worked for nearly 20 years, according to his LinkedIn profile.
The family had bought their large three-bedroom, four-bathroom home in 2019.
The shooting took place around 5 AM on Monday, prompting multiple 911 calls from neighbors. Deputies responded to the scene and discovered the tragic aftermath.
The King County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation, with assistance from the Washington State Patrol.
The scene remains under investigation, and authorities are working to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident, including the manner and cause of death for each victim.
The Snoqualmie Valley School District has sent a letter to families, expressing condolences and offering support services to students who may be affected by this tragic event.
Fall City, a community with a population of approximately 2,000, is known for its low crime rate and family-friendly atmosphere.
The incident has deeply shocked and saddened the community.
Pflugerville, Texas – Two men were fatally shot, and a woman remains in critical condition following a violent incident at a Pflugerville home early Monday morning, according to local authorities.
Just after midnight, officers from the Pflugerville Police Department responded to reports of gunfire at a residence on Orchard Park Circle.
Upon arrival, they discovered two deceased male victims and a critically injured female victim, who was immediately transported to a local hospital for emergency treatment.
Authorities confirmed that the suspect is also deceased, though details regarding their identity and role in the shooting have not yet been disclosed.
Police have described the incident as isolated, emphasizing that there is no ongoing threat to public safety.
However, investigators are still working to determine the circumstances leading up to the shooting.
As of now, officials have not released the identities of the individuals involved, nor have they provided further information regarding a possible motive.
The investigation remains active, and additional details are expected as law enforcement continues its inquiry into the tragic event.