1st LD Writethru: 4 killed in stabbing attack in U.S. state of Washington

NAMPA / Xinhua
2026-02-25
SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 24 (Xinhua) -- Four people were killed in a stabbing attack Tuesday morning in Purdy, U.S. state of Washington, according to the Pierce County Sheriff's Office. Police responded to reports that a man, allegedly in violation of a no-contact order, was outside a residence and began attacking people with a knife. When deputies arrived, three victims were found dead at the scene. A fourth victim was transported to a nearby h......
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