Three killed in Olympia home shooting

Police investigating apparent triple homicide, no suspects identified yet

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Olympia police are investigating a shooting that left three people dead at a home in the northwest part of the city. Neighbors called 911 after hearing gunshots, and when officers arrived, they found a man and two women deceased. Detectives do not believe the shooting was random and say there is no continued threat to the community.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like this triple homicide deeply impact local communities, raising concerns about public safety and the need for thorough investigations to bring perpetrators to justice and provide closure for victims' families.

The details

According to police, the shooting occurred around 10:37 a.m. on Saturday at a home in the 2300 block of 19th Ct. N.W., about a block west of Division St. N.W. Neighbors reported hearing gunshots and called 911. When officers arrived, they found three people - a man and two women - dead at the scene. Detectives do not believe the shooting was random, but have not identified any suspects so far.

  • The shooting occurred around 10:37 a.m. on Saturday, February 8, 2026.

The players

Olympia Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the triple homicide.

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What they’re saying

“This is a tragic loss of life, and we are holding the families, loved ones, and all those impacted by this incident in our hearts during this difficult time. We recognize incidents like this deeply affect families, neighbors, and our entire community, and we appreciate the community's compassion, patience, and ongoing support as investigators work through the facts.”

— Olympia Police Department (mynorthwest.com)

What’s next

Detectives continue to investigate the incident and urge anyone with information to contact the police dispatch.

The takeaway

This tragic triple homicide in Olympia highlights the need for thorough investigations into violent crimes to provide answers and closure for affected communities, as well as the importance of public cooperation with law enforcement to help solve such cases.