Tragedy: Came to rescue hostages, fell into a death trap – and were killed

Two sheriff's deputies were shot dead in Washington state while attempting to rescue hostages from a residence following a domestic violence report. The gunman, who had barricaded himself inside, murdered his mother and sister before taking his own life. The fallen officers also served in the National Guard and leave behind families.

Two sheriff's deputies were shot dead in Spokane County, Washington, USA, while attempting to rescue hostages from a residence near the town of Spangle. The incident began with a report of domestic violence, during which a woman was shot and evacuated to a hospital. Due to concerns about additional hostages, tactical forces were called in. During the breach of the house, a gunman who had barricaded himself inside opened heavy fire. The two deputies, Mason Acchison and Parker Perry, were critically wounded and died from their injuries. After a prolonged siege, the bodies of the shooter's mother and sister, murdered by him, were found in the house, along with the body of the suspect, Ryan Larsen, 37, who took his own life. The two fallen officers also served in the Washington National Guard and leave behind wives and children. FBI Director Kash Patel issued a statement of tribute, and Washington Governor Bob Ferguson ordered flags lowered to half-staff.