Clark County man arrested after stabbing and killing sister, deputies say

Portland, ORLocal News

In a tragic incident in Clark County, Washington, Dwayne Robinson has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder following the fatal stabbing of his sister, Diane Robinson. The situation came to light when a concerned acquaintance, who had not heard from Diane in days, visited their home. Upon arrival, Dwayne reportedly confessed to the acquaintance that he had killed his sister. Deputies from the Clark County Sheriff's Office were called to the scene and discovered Diane's lifeless body inside the residence. Dwayne Robinson was subsequently taken into custody and booked into the Clark County Jail.

His attorney has requested a competency hearing, and the judge has set no bail, ensuring Dwayne will remain incarcerated until his next court appearance on October 2. The Major Crimes Unit is actively investigating the case, although no further details regarding the events leading up to the stabbing have been released. This incident has raised concerns in the local community and highlights ongoing issues related to domestic violence and mental health.

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