A manhunt that began in the wake of a tragic double homicide in Poulsbo culminated with the arrest of a 23-year-old suspect in King County. The two victims, confirmed to be teenage brothers, were found deceased at a Poulsbo residence early Wednesday afternoon, according to a statement from the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office obtained by KOMO News. In connection with the ongoing investigation, authorities swiftly issued a warrant for first-degree felony murder for Seth K. South, said to be living with the victims at the time.
The incident, which unfolded in the 16000 block of Scandia Rd. NW, prompted a considerable law enforcement response, prompting road closures in the area. A spokesperson for the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office, in a statement to KING5, noted that South, along with both the victims, are related, which adds a layer of complexity and heartbreak to the already grisly discovery. As the crime scene continued to be processed, local residents were advised to avoid the stretch of Northwest Scandia Road near Poulsbo and use Viking Way as a detour.
News of the arrest came later in the evening, with the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office confirming that South was taken into custody without incident. As reported by KIRO 7, South was believed to be armed and dangerous prior to his arrest, according to deputies. They initially urged the public to remain vigilant and report any sightings or information to 911 immediately. After his arrest in King County, efforts were underway to transport South back to Kitsap County to face booking on his outstanding first-degree murder warrant.
Meanwhile, work at the scene of the tragedy continued into the night, with detectives and deputies meticulously collecting evidence from the home where the homicides took place. Despite the arrest, Scandia Road was expected to remain closed well into the night, and authorities urged citizens to maintain a safe distance to facilitate the comprehensive investigation. As the community reels from the shock of the violent episode, the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office remains steadfast in its commitment to piecing together the circumstances that led to the deaths of two young individuals alleged to be at the hands of someone they lived with, and related to.
