A man reported that an unknown male had broken into his home through a window carrying a shotgun and attacked him
VANCOUVER – On Wednesday (July 23) at about 6:15 p.m., Vancouver Police responded to the 13600 block of NE 22nd Street. A man reported that an unknown male had broken into his home through a window carrying a shotgun and attacked him.
The victim was able to flee from his residence to his neighbor’s house. He suffered injuries related to the fight. As officers were checking homes in the area, they located a male and a female inside a residence near the initial victim’s home. The female was deceased, and the male was injured.
A male matching the suspect description was also located deceased in a residence in the neighborhood from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Both of the injured victims were transported to the hospital.
The Vancouver Police Department Major Crimes Unit is investigating. There is not believed to be any threat to the public.
Information provided by the Vancouver Police Department.
Also read:
- POLL: After hearing state leaders describe the I-5 Bridge as vulnerable in an earthquake, what is your reaction?
State and local leaders describe the I-5 Bridge as structurally at risk but recommend drivers continue crossing it while complex replacement plans unfold. - Opinion: Historical state income tax and another massive operating budget highlight the end of the 2026 legislative session
Rep. John Ley details the passage of a state income tax, an expanding $80 billion budget, and new Clark County infrastructure funding following the 2026 legislative session. - VIDEO: Legal challenges certain as Gov. Ferguson prepares to sign new income tax
Senate Minority Leader John Braun and other legislators expect legal challenges and initiative efforts to follow Gov. Ferguson’s signature on Washington’s new income tax law affecting high earners and businesses. - Vancouver Fire Department honors firefighters, community members at annual awards ceremony
Acts of bravery, including river rescues and life-saving interventions by both residents and first responders, were recognized at the Vancouver Fire Department’s annual awards ceremony. - ‘Cram the Cruiser’ to benefit Battle Ground and Prairie High Schools
Officer Phil Anderson’s food pantry at Battle Ground High inspired Prairie High to launch its own, providing snacks and building bridges between students and law enforcement. - Opinion: Fighting for transparency in Washington government
A recent court decision allows Washington lawmakers broad new secrecy over internal records, as advocates report rising obstacles to government transparency and public engagement. - New Washington law clarifies what is an ‘election’
After a court ruling challenged the state’s definition of “election,” lawmakers clarified the law to prevent double voting and maintain the integrity of Washington’s ballots.
