What happened in Gig Harbor, Washington on Tuesday?

On Tuesday, February 24, 2026, Aleksandr Shablykin fatally stabbed his mother, Zoya Shablykin, and three neighbors before being shot and killed by police.

Why did the mother seek a restraining order against her son?

The mother had sought a protective order due to her son's delusions, alleged occult rituals, threats, and escalating mental health issues, including believing he was an Egyptian god.

Who were the victims of the stabbing spree?

The victims included Zoya Shablykin, the mother, and three neighbors who intervened to protect her. A fourth victim died on the way to the hospital.

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Son Kills Mother and Neighbors in Bloody Rampage

25 Feb

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Summary

Son fatally stabbed his mother and three neighbors.
He was killed by police after the violent incident.
The mother had a restraining order against him.

Son Kills Mother and Neighbors in Bloody Rampage

A disturbing incident occurred in Gig Harbor, Washington, on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, when Aleksandr Shablykin, 32, fatally stabbed his mother, Zoya Shablykin, 52, and three neighbors. Police responded to a 911 call reporting Shablykin was violating a restraining order but arrived too late to prevent the tragedy.

Deputies encountered Shablykin outside the family home and he was shot and killed by an officer. Zoya Shablykin and three others died at the scene, with a fourth victim succumbing to injuries en route to the hospital. The victims included neighbors who heroically attempted to intervene.