Spokane Police arrest man for murder following downtown stabbing incident

Spokane Police arrested Colin L. Pedro, 20, for 2nd Degree Assault and 2nd Degree Murder after a stabbing incident on August 7, 2025, which left one man dead and another seriously injured. The surviving victim, who had a dating relationship with Pedro, is currently hospitalized but expected to recover. Police responded to reports of a fight near Spokane Falls Blvd, where they found Pedro on the Post Street Bridge threatening suicide. A multi-agency response, including SWAT and the Hostage Negotiation Team, took nearly four hours to safely detain him.

Investigators are still determining the relationship between Pedro and the homicide victim. Authorities are asking for witnesses or anyone with video evidence to reach out to Crime Check. This tragic incident has deeply impacted the community, prompting police to reaffirm their commitment to reducing violent crime in Spokane. The Spokane Police Department's current CompStat report shows positive trends toward a safer city.