Spokane Police responded to a stabbing downtown this evening. Preliminary information indicates two people were injured during this incident. Unfortunately, one of them succumbed to their injuries after being transported to the hospital.

Colin L. Pedro, 20, faces multiple charges, including 2nd Degree Assault and 2nd Degree Murder, following a stabbing incident in Spokane on August 7, 2025. Officers responded to reports of a fight near Spokane Falls Blvd, where one victim succumbed to injuries at a hospital, and another was hospitalized but remains stable. Pedro was apprehended after a standoff on a bridge, where he threatened suicide. The investigation revealed that the surviving victim was dating Pedro, while the relationship with the deceased victim remains unclear.

Authorities are actively seeking witnesses or video evidence to aid the ongoing investigation. The Spokane Police Department is dedicated to addressing violent crime in the area, as reflected in their recent CompStat report showing positive trends. Community members are encouraged to report any information to Crime Check. This incident underscores the challenges law enforcement faces in maintaining public safety and the emotional toll on victims' families and witnesses.