A suspect is accused of killing two homeless men with an ax in Seattle, Washington, using a specific type of ax from Lowe's. The incidents occurred days apart, with both victims being presumably killed in their sleep. The suspect, Liam Kryger, has been charged with premeditated first-degree murder for both cases.
Key Points
Suspect identified as Liam Kryger
Victims killed with a blue-handled, double-headed ax from Lowe's
Both victims were presumably killed in their sleep
Incidents occurred days apart less than a mile away from each other
Kryger charged with premeditated first-degree murder for both killings
Pros
Justice system involvement in addressing the case
Identification of suspect through surveillance video
Potential mental health evaluation for the suspect
Cons
Loss of life for the two homeless men
Potential failure in supervision and mental health care system