A 17-year-old boy was fatally shot in Spokane Valley on April 8, 2026. The Spokane County Sheriff's Office responded to reports of a shooting near East Sprague Avenue and North Herald Road just after 6:30 p.m. The victim, identified by family as Kyson George, was pronounced dead at the scene.
In statements to local media, Kyson's family described him as a kind person who was struggling with his mental health. They emphasized that he needed help and support, not violence. "He needed someone to talk to, not a bullet," his mother, Brandy George, told KXLY News.
The Sheriff's Office has opened a homicide investigation. As of April 10, 2026, no arrests have been made, and authorities have not released details about a potential suspect or motive. They are asking anyone with information to contact Crime Check.
The incident has renewed community discussions about youth violence and access to mental health resources in the Spokane area.
