Man Fatally Stabbed in Kennewick Parking Lot

Police detain acquaintance of victim as part of investigation

Published on Feb. 3, 2026

A 26-year-old Kennewick man was fatally stabbed in a Dollar Tree parking lot on Monday night. Police responded to the scene around 9 PM and found the victim, identified as Ali Al Juboori, suffering from a significant stab wound. Despite emergency efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have detained 27-year-old Abdullah Hussein, an acquaintance of the victim, as part of the investigation.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like this fatal stabbing are concerning for the Kennewick community, raising questions about public safety and the need for conflict resolution resources. The investigation will aim to determine the motive and circumstances behind this tragic incident.

The details

According to police, officers were called to the Dollar Tree parking lot on West Kennewick Ave around 9 PM on Monday night for a reported altercation. They found Ali Al Juboori suffering from a significant stab wound, and despite emergency efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have detained 27-year-old Abdullah Hussein, an acquaintance of the victim, as part of the ongoing investigation. Police do not believe there are any other suspects.

  • The incident occurred around 9 PM on Monday, February 3, 2026.

The players

Ali Al Juboori

A 26-year-old Kennewick man who was fatally stabbed.

Abdullah Hussein

A 27-year-old Kennewick resident who has been detained as part of the investigation.

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What’s next

The investigation is ongoing, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward by calling 509-628-0333. The suspect, Abdullah Hussein, is currently being held on a 72-hour investigative hold for 2nd Degree Murder.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the need for improved public safety measures and conflict resolution resources in the Kennewick community to prevent such violent crimes from occurring.