Argument over social media post led to fatal Tacoma shooting, police say

Tacoma police arrested Nicholas Miller, 26, on April 30, 2025, for a shooting in the Salishan neighborhood that left one man dead and a woman injured. The altercation began at a smoke shop over a comment made on social media, escalating into violence when Miller allegedly shot a man known as "Q. S. " and a woman with him. Multiple witnesses confirmed Miller's involvement, despite his claims of being in Seattle at the time.

Authorities found Miller after Lakewood police assisted in tracking him down at an apartment complex. He has a history of felony convictions, raising concerns about his access to firearms. During a court hearing, a judge set Miller's bail at $2 million, reflecting the seriousness of the charges against him. The shooting marks another incident in Tacoma, which is grappling with increasing gun violence and homicides. Local officials are calling for community engagement to address these rising crime rates.