Two people were found shot to death Tuesday evening inside a Kent home in the 27000 block of 31st Avenue South, according to police. Officers flooded the neighborhood after reports of gunfire, neighbors said, and later confirmed that two people had died at the scene.
Residents reported hearing gunshots, and a witness told local media that three people lived at the home: two men and a daughter. Neighbors said officers escorted the daughter out of the residence shortly after they arrived.
Police and initial details
A Kent Police Department spokesperson confirmed the deaths to KOMO News and said detectives were processing the scene Tuesday night. The department has not released any suspect information or details about what led up to the shooting.
According to KOMO, the case is under active investigation, and officials say they plan to release more information when they can.
Context: recent deadly incidents
This is the latest in a string of deadly incidents in Kent this spring. In early April, two men were killed at an East Hill residence, KIRO 7 reported.
KIRO 7 also notes that anyone with information about Tuesday's shooting can call the Kent Police tip line at 253-856-5808 or email [email protected]. For time-sensitive tips, callers are urged to contact non-emergency dispatch at 253-852-2121.
How to help
The City of Kent's police department page outlines contact options and resources for residents and stresses the importance of reporting information through official channels, according to the City of Kent.
Residents in the neighborhood should expect a visible police presence while detectives continue to process the scene and canvass for witnesses.
Kent Police say they will release additional details as they become available and have not yet released the names of the victims. The investigation remains active, and local outlets are expected to update coverage as more verified information emerges.
