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.
Christian County, Mo. โ Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputyโs family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.