Washington state stabbing rampage leaves 5 dead, including suspect shot by deputies

Authorities are investigating a stabbing in Washington state that left four victims and the suspect dead after deputies responded to reports. Washington Washington state stabbing rampage leaves 5 dead, including suspect shot by deputies Pierce County Sheriff's Office responded to no-contact order violation before witnesses reported man 'stabbing people' outside home By Alexandra Koch Fox News Published February 24, 2026 5:02pm EST Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for February 24 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Authorities are investigating after five people were killed Tuesday in a violent stabbing in the middle of a street in Washington state. The Pierce County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) confirmed four adult victims were killed in Purdy, along with a 32-year-old male suspect — who has not been publicly identified, FOX 13 Seattle reported.Three of the victims died at the scene, and a fourth was pronounced dead at the hospital, the outlet reported. The suspect was shot by responding deputies and pronounced dead at the scene. Five people, including a 32-year-old suspect, were killed in a stabbing in Purdy, Wash., on Tuesday, according to the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office. (FOX 13) Officials said the incident unfolded just after 8:45 a.m. local time, when the sheriff's office was called about a man entering a Purdy home in violation of a no-contact order.Deputies were on the way to serve the order when multiple witnesses reported a man was "stabbing people" outside the house at about 9:30 a.m., according to the outlet. The suspect was shot by deputies just three minutes later, authorities said. The suspect was shot by police, according to officials. (FOX 13)SUSPECT ACCUSED OF KILLING SLEEPING PASSENGER ON CHICAGO TRAIN FILMED HIMSELF CARRYING OUT ATTACK: PROSECUTORS The Pierce County Force Investigation Team is leading the investigation. Pierce County officials did not immediately respond to inquiries from Fox News Digital. It is unclear what led to the Washington state stabbing attack. (FOX 13)CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APPPurdy is a small waterfront community near Gig Harbor in western Washington State. It is about an hour southwest of Seattle, and roughly 20 minutes northwest of Tacoma.This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. Related Article British police release details on suspects after 'shocking' train attack, update on victims Alexandra Koch is a Fox News Digital journalist who covers breaking news, with a focus on high-impact events that shape national conversation.She has covered major national crises, including the L.A. wildfires, Potomac and Hudson River aviation disasters, Boulder terror attack, and Texas Hill Country floods. Related Topics WashingtonCrimePolice and Law EnforcementHomicide True Crime The hottest stories ripped from the headlines, from crime to courts, legal and scandal. Arrives Weekly By entering your email and clicking the Subscribe button, you agree to the Fox News Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, and agree to receive content and promotional communications from Fox News. You understand that you can opt-out at any time. Subscribe Subscribed Subscribe You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter!