Two Spokane County deputies killed answering a call near Spangle
Five people died in all, including the man deputies say opened fire. Kootenai County deputies sent their support.
Two Spokane County sheriff's deputies died after being shot Nov. 3 while trying to reach people inside a home in the 18700 block of South Smythe Road near Spangle, south of Spokane.
Deputies were called about 2:25 p.m. after a woman ran to a neighbor's house and said her brother had shot her. Around 3:15 p.m., deputies and SWAT moved in to rescue others they believed were in danger, and shots came from inside. The two deputies were flown to Sacred Heart Medical Center, where they died.
Five people died, including the suspect. The woman who ran for help survived. Kootenai County Sheriff's Office Lt. Mark Ellis said the agency stands ready to help its neighbors.
What we know
- Investigators from outside the sheriff's office are reviewing the shooting.
What we don't know yet
- The suspect's name.
- Memorial plans.
Sources
- FOX 13 Seattle: Spokane County deputies killed in Spangle shooting identified · Nov. 6, 2026
- KOMO: One deputy dies, second remains on life support · Nov. 4, 2026
- Coeur d'Alene Press: Support pours in for Spokane law officers · Nov. 6, 2026
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