Deputies: Man killed wife, stabbed himself

tiger0324 said on December 8, 2009 at 9:19 AM

Another thing I did fall prey to arguing with people whose comments were hurtful. Don't waste your time. I know your love is unconditional. And there is no shame in loving a person that commits an act of this magnitude. It does not mean you agree with it. And you don't have to try to convince others to feel the same way you do they are irrelevant.

tiger0324 said on December 8, 2009 at 9:09 AM

This really hits home with me. My brother killed his wife three years ago. I can't tell you the horrible things that were said. I can only say that my brother is a kind and loving person that was pushed to the edge. He snapped and his wife was on the receiving end and I feel so sorry for her family. That being said I knew his wife as well and know that he dealt with alot with her. (I know it is not an excuse and I am not making any) I was judgemental of cases like this before. I am not any longer........

ljh85 said on December 4, 2009 at 10:20 PM

as a family member, no there was no sign. i can honestly say my uncle jeff would be one of the last people i would ever have thought to be capable of doing this. this is why it is soooo shocking because he was a great guy!

spoklahoma said on December 4, 2009 at 9:11 AM

canuthink: GEEZ, how dare you have an opinion! And you ASKED A QUESTION TOO!! LoLz!! The cops can come in, look around, but they cant really rummage thru the place (you know, open drawers, flip up mattresses, tear up carpet, etc,) without a judge saying so, EVEN if theirs a body bleeding on the floor.. That's Rule #4. As a lawyer, anything they illegally find can be thrown out as evidence in the case. That's why they waited, yo. Lotsa aholes wanting to tear u a new one for asking a question. wow And yeah, an family memeber - I am VERY sorry fo the tragedy what has befallen yr family. Was there any sign this could happen?

meadmomof1 said on December 3, 2009 at 10:44 PM

Thank you so much for the considerate people on this site... yes we do all have opinions and are entitled to them. But there is a difference between an opinion and saying things that you dont even know are true or not. Also, yes you can post things in places like this but do people have to be really that rude and inconsiderate? Does that really make you feel good about your self?

ponderaygal said on December 3, 2009 at 6:15 PM

Meadmomof1 and other family members, my heart and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I especially feel for the 12 year old boy who had to witness this. While this is a public forum, all posters should still be aware family and friends will be reading these, and take that into consideration in their comments. How would we feel if it was people we know? With so many comments made on this site, I hope the family involved knows how much we all care, and that it may help somewhat.

tracer said on December 3, 2009 at 5:17 PM

There are some who receive this news with their minds and immediately have an opinion of what has happened and how it should be handled. Then there are those who receive this news with their hearts. They dont need to hear the gory facts and detail. They dont even know the family. They cry out at the rage and injustice, while trying to comfort and protect those most affected. Bless those people who lead with their hearts in situations like this. "By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another." Jn 13:35 ....

readingthenews said on December 3, 2009 at 2:49 PM

I agree with harleygirl84. Those who are close to the situation should not read this stuff. Not because you don't have every right to read it, you do. But it is too painful. I know from past experience. I am guessing that part of the reason you are looking at this is because you are searching for other people who have positive things to say about your loved ones and you are so shocked that you are just searching for anything with a connection to your loved ones. And you want to know what people are saying. Believe me, I understand. However, this is the time that you need to mourn and figure your emotions out without the added stress of what others are saying. Read it later. It will still be here. People are going to say what they think and that is okay. Just don't turn to this right now ... turn to each other and cry together not with strangers who don't know what they are talking about. God bless the whole family and all those close to the family. My prayers are with you

beebur said on December 3, 2009 at 2:03 PM

I will be praying for the 12 year old boy, he has lost both parents and will be affected for the rest of his life mentally and emotionally. I pray he will be blessed with loving family to support him as well as the community.

harleygirl84 said on December 3, 2009 at 11:38 AM

Families of people involved in these news stories should not log on to this site and read these comments. This is a public forum. This is a place for people to comment and speculate and say whatever in regards to, or not in regards to, the story above. There are no rules truly. They can choose to exercise due regard and restraint or not. Opinions are open and as the saying goes are like .........., everyone has one. If you choose to read these opinions you may disagree and become offended but have no right to abuse or degrade those who have made them. They have the same rights for free speech that you yourself have. Feel free to state your disagreement and view point and how it makes you feel but please try not to be insulting or attacking as they are only exercising their rights on a public news forum. If it upsets you overly much I would suggest not reading them further. This is entirely too difficult and emotional a time for you to subject yourself to this type of forum.

mammaof2 said on December 3, 2009 at 8:53 AM

My prayers are with Michelle's family. I am too tired of hearing the worse case scenerios based on the small amount of information above. it's amazing how conclusions are jumped. All we know, that IS ACCURATE is...... Michelle is dead, the husband has been charged w/murder, and a son --who has lost his mother and his father is recovering from wounds and his father has been charged with his mother's death. That alone is very sad no matter what the circumstances are. And no matter WHAT they are ALL victims in this situation and there is no excuse for any life to be taken by anyone's hands. God Bless Michelle and her family and may you find peace and I am soo sorry for your loss.

jmetlr said on December 3, 2009 at 2:19 AM

Its nice to know that none of you have anything else better to do. This is my family you are talking about, and Meadmomof1 happens to be one of my first cousins. Find something else to do, people ... you are proving that idiocy, still exists within any community ... good job at letting Spokane look like one of them. Dips**ts. Its my recommendation that all of you even THINK about posting to this topic, anymore.

jmetlr said on December 3, 2009 at 2:10 AM

Wow. Its amazing what random people can come up with. I am family, and my cousin is meadmotherof1. I suggest you do as she has requested, and leave her alone .... along with the rest of us. Its amazing to me how many of you want attention or recognition for this, and know nothing about it. Get a life, get over it, and get out!

shockedbynews said on December 2, 2009 at 11:37 PM

canyouthink ...please stop drinking...you have a problem. I hope someone will help you. In the mean time please try to rest ,.,,get help and realize you are in a web site the is dealing with someone else's sorrow. I know a drunk like you has no control...but get some rest. Think of someone else for once.

shockedbynews said on December 2, 2009 at 11:32 PM

This is so tragic.

canyouthink said on December 2, 2009 at 9:26 PM

pit bull did it

mamma2 said on December 2, 2009 at 8:22 PM

Please pray for their 12 yr old son and the family as they have to now mourne his mom, and or daughter or sibling. How a dad or husband can do this to a loved one just amazes me!

khscrew6 said on December 2, 2009 at 5:54 PM

OMG - They found a knife in the kitchen? Really??? I seriously hope they can get some help for the boy soon, he is going to need lots. How difficult it must have been for him to witness that mess. Did he get hurt trying to save a parent?

starstruck said on December 2, 2009 at 4:50 PM

What a horrible thing for a 12 year old to witness. God bless this boy and I hope that his extended family is there for him. He will definitely need support, as well as professional help to get through this life changing situation.

therealstarlight said on December 2, 2009 at 4:21 PM

I am sad for this family. I hope and pray this little boy will be taken very good care of. I have a niece his age and I can not even imagine how this poor little guy is feeling right now. My prayers go out to this family.

georgio said on December 2, 2009 at 3:54 PM

Thoughts and prayers to all involved. The only people who know what really happened are the three that were involved.

thinkingofu said on December 2, 2009 at 3:46 PM

meadmomof1, I am so sorry for the pain you and your family are suffering right now. I know your uncle is a kind and caring man and I am shocked about this situation. I am keeping everyone involved in my prayers. May God bless you all and bring peace to you all throughout this time.

cassiesue said on December 2, 2009 at 3:29 PM

Please everyone - stop a moment and just say a prayer for all involved and for the young son.

coderage said on December 2, 2009 at 3:12 PM

Regardless of holidays, timing, etc, no time is right for tragedies like this. I cannot fully comprehend the depth of heartbreak, shock, and the emotional turmoil those close to all the victims of this situation must be going through now. Whether you worked or went to school with these folks, know them from friends 20 times removed, or are family, you are still blindsided with the atrocities that happened unexpectedly. It doesn't matter how the end result came to be. Sympathizing with, and consoling those reeling from the situation should be the prime focus of us non-police folks, rather than playing CSI and Clue, or attacking/flaming one another, or even dictating how professonials (who know how to do their job) should be doing their job. The situation isn't about you, it is about all the victims of the situation. I wish everyone the best.

rayder said on December 2, 2009 at 2:46 PM

It is very irresponsible and disrespectful of anyone to be speculating or laying blame in this horrible tragedy!! Where is the caring and concern for the family at this terrible time in their lives? Ther is an innocent child involved here and let's not forget it is holiday season which makes this all the worse!! The police are trained to figure these things out and who hasn't known someone in their lives that hasn't done something you would see as completely out of character? Nobody commenting was there and does not have the answers or right to assume they know!! I wish this family much sympathy in the days & months to come!!

meadmomof1 said on December 2, 2009 at 2:41 PM

This is my aunt and uncle and cousin and I never thought I would be the one to have to listen to all of you inconsiderate people talk about people you do not know and or know anything about the WHOLE situation. You people are just unbeliveable and I hope that you NEVER have to go thru anything like this. Please keep your opionons and thoughts to your self if you dont know what you are talking about!

5150beeotch said on December 2, 2009 at 2:40 PM

I don't get it. Where in this story did it say the woman involved was the perpetrator? How did you get that information kpumpkin?How does a man end up in ICU and a woman end up dead from stab wounds? Did she kill herself after she made the call to 911? Did he stab himself after he stabbed her? Did the boy stab his parents since his wounds were only on his hands and arms? Lots of different scenarios are possible.This is how rumors are started . Are you still in grade school? Let the police do their job! Go back to work and quit with the gossip(you know who you are).

amberangel13 said on December 2, 2009 at 2:04 PM

I also know this family. It is irresponsible of anyone to comment on this tragedy as there is no way for any of us to know all sides of this story. Everyone involved has people who love and care about them. Please do not speak bad of any of them. Lets respect the feelings of the family. Please.

justathoughortwo said on December 2, 2009 at 1:51 PM

Kpumpkin - I don't think you know what you are talking about. You weren't there. Please don't spread rumors and let the truth come out - and it will, trust me. This family has been family friends of ours for many many years and it is truly a shock. Please just pray for their son as he deals with this sad sad situation - he's just lost his mother and who knows what will happen to his father. Thank goodness he has extended family. Thank you.

scottmead said on December 2, 2009 at 12:54 PM

KXLY.COM is confirming that this was domestic violence situation. "Spokane County Sheriff’s Sergeant Dave Reagan says the fatal stabbing started as a domestic violence situation"

kpumpkin said on December 2, 2009 at 12:41 PM

Robinhood she ended up dead by her own hands. At any rate, this is very sad that this has happened. There's a lot more to the situation that has contributed over the past few months.

lagrimas said on December 2, 2009 at 12:38 PM

Getting a warrant is standard procedure once the crime scene is stable. The barracks lawyers in this blog need to research the law.

robinhood said on December 2, 2009 at 12:35 PM

It seems to me that the woman was a bit of a victtim too, kpumpkin. After all, she ended up dead.

nwunsub said on December 2, 2009 at 12:29 PM

"This is so unbelievably sad. My father in law worked really close with the father for years. The father and his son are victims in this. My thoughts and prayers go out to this young boy and his father at this time" kpumpkin I too agree with you, I personally worked along side this man for years. He is a honest hard working man who loved his family. Its hard to believe that this could be a domestic crime. My prayers go out to them at this sad time.

kpumpkin said on December 2, 2009 at 11:59 AM

This is so unbelievably sad. My father in law worked really close with the father for years. The father and his son are victims in this. My thoughts and prayers go out to this young boy and his father at this time.

jazzy said on December 2, 2009 at 11:51 AM

Again, just goes to show what us "novices" do and don't know. Number one before anything else, this is just SO sad for all involved, especially the child. If we don't get it yet hopefully we will get it soon, our kids love all of us NOT just one of us, there is a child in the middle of this that is hurting far worse than the "seeable" wounds. Number two, the media is again going with the just the immediate information and that will change at least HOW MANY times before the whole story is "known"? The police are trying to do everything in the correct order that it needs to be done to protect all involved, again our police and our emergency responding personnel see more of the "dark side" of our lives than we would ever be able to deal with and then we expect them to act like saints all of the time when they are just human like the rest of us. My thoughts and prayers go out to all involved in this tragedy.

mandee said on December 2, 2009 at 11:45 AM

My thoughts and prayers are with the family

takingcrazypills said on December 2, 2009 at 11:30 AM

Canyouthink.... are you complaining about police needing to take measures in order to enter a private home?

localspokane said on December 2, 2009 at 11:22 AM

i would have to agree that getting a search warrant is the best route to take, in addition i agree with emndn about information being withheld at this point, i work with the male victim involved and received a phone call this morning being more specific as to what happened than what is being released. my heart goes out to the families of those involved.

hozer322 said on December 2, 2009 at 11:14 AM

Yes there is probable cause which means they should be able to get the warrant just fine. When they are in the house because of the crime they can take what is in plain sight, but they cannot start investigating other areas of the house such as opening doors, etc. without a warrant. Plus, they really should get a warrant anyway so that the defense does not try and through the evidence out. If that were to happen you would probably say the exact opposite of what you're saying now and start criticizing the police for not doing their job properly.

emnbn said on December 2, 2009 at 10:50 AM

As I do agree with canyouthink, It is better to be safe than sorry in the end. Also, we have to keep in mind that we don't know what is going on in the investigation and I am sure there is evidence there that won't come out.

canyouthink said on December 2, 2009 at 10:24 AM

Investigators are waiting for a search warrant so they can continue their investigation. Wouldn't this be a crime seen so they would not need a warrant.They have been in the house and found weapons people bleeding one dead and they are waiting on a warrant.HUMMM I would think probable cause would be in place.