Bail set at $2 million for elderly man accused of stabbing wife to death in WA

In a tragic incident in Bellevue, Washington, George Innis, an 87-year-old man, faces charges of second-degree murder for allegedly stabbing his 86-year-old wife, Barbara, to death in their assisted living facility, Sunrise of Redmond. Police responded to reports of screaming and found Barbara with multiple stab wounds, leading to Innis's arrest. Bail has been set at $2 million, and this case is particularly significant as it marks the first homicide in Bellevue for 2024, as well as the twelfth domestic violence homicide in King County this year. Innis's defense attorney indicated that he waived his right to appear in court, and police reported that he did not comprehend his Miranda rights during questioning. This case raises serious concerns about domestic violence, especially among the elderly population, and a referral for a charging decision from Bellevue Police is anticipated soon.