A teenage boy is in custody after a tragic shooting left five people dead inside a family home in Fall City, Washington, east of Seattle. The victims, including two adults and three children, were discovered by law enforcement officers who responded to a 911 call early Monday morning. Authorities are investigating the incident as a possible domestic violence case, though the relationships between the victims and the teenage suspect have not yet been confirmed.
The King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) reports that officers arrived at the scene shortly before 5 a.m. after receiving multiple reports of a possible shooting. Inside the home, deputies found five people—three juveniles and two adults—dead from gunshot wounds. Another teenager, in their mid-teens, was found injured and has been hospitalized in stable condition.
“This is a devastating event for the family and the community,” said KCSO Public Information Officer Mike Mellis during a press conference Monday afternoon. “It’s a significant event for the neighborhood and, frankly, the entire region.”
Initially, there were conflicting reports suggesting the possibility of a suicide incident involving hanging, but investigators quickly ruled this out after arriving on the scene. The focus shifted to what appears to be a domestic violence incident, with the teenage suspect being taken into custody without incident.
Neighbors and local officials have confirmed that a family of seven lived in the home, including five children and two adults. However, the exact details of the relationships between the victims and the suspect are still under investigation. Homicide detectives are working to gather evidence and determine what led to the violent attack, with authorities describing the incident as one of the worst in recent memory for the quiet Fall City community.
“This tragedy has shaken everyone here,” Mellis said, emphasizing the impact the loss has had on neighbors and first responders alike. He added that the investigation is still in its early stages, with law enforcement working to piece together the timeline of events and the potential motive behind the killings.
The community of Fall City, known for its peaceful rural setting, is reeling from the violent incident, with grief counselors and local resources being made available to help residents cope with the trauma. King County officials are urging anyone with information about the family or the circumstances leading up to the shooting to come forward.
The teenage suspect is expected to face a judge in the coming days as the investigation progresses. In the meantime, law enforcement will continue working closely with local authorities to provide updates as more details emerge from the case.
