UPDATE: Major Crimes Detectives Make Arrest in Juvenile Stabbing Investigation
Spokane Valley Major Crimes Detectives arrested the 16-year-old juvenile male who accompanied the victim near the Spokane River in the 16600 block of E. Indiana on October 25, 2022.
Through the continued investigation, including a second interview with the victim where he admitted that he initially lied because he was afraid of the suspect after the violent attack. He explained the vicious stabbing was unprovoked, and the suspect attacked him from behind. After, the suspect would not call 911 until the victim, stabbed six times, promised he wouldn’t “snitch,” and they devised a fake story and description of the fictitious attacker.
The day following the attack, Detectives, with the assistance of Spokane Search and Rescue Volunteer B. Everson and her partner K9 Nyjah, certified in human remains detection, recovered a knife believed to have been used in the attack, near the crime scene.
On November 1, 2022, Detective Bohanek arrested the juvenile suspect, charging him with Assault 1st Degree. The suspect was transported and booked into the Spokane County Juvenile Detention Center on that charge.
###
Release sent on October 28, 2022:
UPDATE: Major Crimes Detective Interview Stabbing Victim
Yesterday morning (10/27/22), Spokane Valley Major Crimes Detectives interviewed the victim of the stabbing that occurred near the Spokane River in the 16600 block of E. Indiana on October 25, 2022. At that time, he was still hospitalized but listed in stable condition.
The victim provided additional information regarding the suspect’s description.
The suspect is described as a white male in his mid-30s, approximately 5’11” tall, with a thin build, mustache, and a “pointy nose”. He was wearing all black clothing except for his shoes which were described as black with a white Nike swoosh.
Detectives continue investigating this incident and have not yet determined a reason for this violent attack.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call Crime Check at 509-456-2233, reference #10142954.
###
Original Release sent on October 26, 2022:
Stabbing near the Spokane River
Spokane Valley Major Crimes Detectives are investigating a reported stabbing near the Spokane River in the 16600 block of E. Indiana. The juvenile male was transported to the hospital with what appeared to be possible life-threatening injuries. A second juvenile who was with the victim was not injured. This investigation continues, and no arrests have been made.
On October 25, 2022, at approximately 4:15 pm., Spokane Valley Deputies responded to the report of a possible stabbing in the 16600 block of E. Indiana, between the Centennial Trail and the Spokane River.
The juvenile caller stated his friend was stabbed in the chest/torso. Deputies arrived and contacted the caller within minutes and were led to the victim’s location. They immediately assessed the victim’s injuries and provided medical care until Spokane Valley Fire Fighters arrived. The victim was transported to the hospital with possible life-threatening wounds.
The caller stated he and the victim were down by the Centennial Trail, shooting a pellet gun. He walked away for a minute into the trees and suddenly heard the victim yell. When he looked back, he observed a male in all-black clothing running away.
A K9 Unit and a Spokane County Regional Air Support Unit UAS were used to search for the suspect but were unsuccessful.
As of this morning, the victim is listed in critical but stable condition.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call Crime Check at 509-456-2233, reference #10142954.
###