I’ve never seen such a restrained, careful sheriff speak so clearly about a horrific crime. His demeanor is impeccable. If only we had more leaders like him…
@@GingerWolf87Please learn to have a modicum of respect for your fellow commenters and for the victims. "ROFL" has no place here. BTW, don't believe everything you read. The officer speaking is King County SHERIFF'S DEPUTY Mike Mellis. Learn THAT.
The neighbour with medical experience who attended to the wounded teenager deserves to be praised and acknowledged. Someone acting immediately to do what they could do to help someone else. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Which further emphasizes the fact that the term “first-responder” is very often misapplied when referring to police, fire, and medical personnel. The true first-responders are the people at the scene who render first aid.
Fantastic Professional. Here in the UK we hear frequently about gun shootings fatalities in the USA. Sad that events like todays are so normal everyday life in America that they don’t always make the news anymore in the UK
Yes and I believe the Washington State is a very great place to be, I was looking into it for 2025 but I am looking at the mental health of young adults and I see a pattern. What if they are taking prescription medication along with recreational drugs?!
Absolutely and I’m sorry to be a spellchecker but “scene” in the second instance, of this sentence and ‘scenario’ we have both “seen” and scene follows ❤
My gosh I agree. This is unreal. I grew up in the 80s and things like this didn't happen. I think Susan Smith was the first and it shocked the country.
I would not want his job. He has to be so careful about every word he says. Cannot be emotional. He's speaking on behalf of local law enforcement to a public ready to find fault on all sides. And cannot say anything to compromise the legal process.
🎯🥺🥺☹️ it truly is!!!! From a very young age I wanted to work in criminal justice, as I became older and saw the state of the world. I wouldn’t have been built tough enough. The burden they take home and to their families. 😖🥺🥺☹️😞
@@imhereforitall9218I’m sure he’s not exactly in a good mental state of health… how could you even put one insulting word after what these officers have seen and will live with forever …. Shame on you 💔🙏
As a former CO. I hated having to deal with teenage murders under 16 yrs old. They are so full of hate and anger. So many came from two parent homes. I never ever understood why all of these well off children smapped like this. I never understand why the well educated parents never ever get their child the appropriate help. Many do not want the stigmas that come with a child with mental health needs. Just because you are wealthy, well educated, and have a great life doesnt mean you are exempt from anything. Its OK TO GET HELP!! PUT YOUR PRIDE TO THE SIDE!!!
Lack of or no discipline. Not being held accountable. Parents missing the signs of young boys' hormonal changes that affect the way they think and act. Also, they are not paying attention to their friends or social media.
A lot of rich kids basically have a no parent household. Mom and dad too busy or distracted. One reason they have high suicide rates. Average two parent households have little to do with rich households. Completely different lifestyle and evironments for the most part. Good parenting is the key. You could easily be neglected by a single mom or dad too.
Getting mental health care for youth in a very overwhelmed system is almost impossible. What you do get is minimal care at best. Affording care and being able to get it are 2 different things.
A system is only as good as the results that are achieved. There are 5 people dead. I would say law enforcement failed in proactively preventing a crime. He is the white version of DEI; just show up, and you get a medal.
We had similar situation in our town about 30 years ago. The parents had been trying to get help. The laws did not allow prevention- had to wait until a crime occurred. The family locked their bedroom doors at night in fear of the teen. He killed the parents, brutally maimed siblings. He is now in jail. If only he could have been institutionalized before he killed and maimed his own family. So don’t automatically assume the parents didn’t pay attention to the kid, or didn’t care if the teen was mentally ill. There is a lot we don’t know about this horrible situation yet.
@@Parkhurst12-79 huh? It’s a fact that there are few mental facilities anymore. There are some people who should not be walking the streets or terrorizing the family. The terrorized family has nowhere to turn. Just has to await the horror to unfold. Then and only then the crazy person gets taken out of society. How about my co-worker whose mom was murdered by the schizophrenic brother. There was no place for that mentally ill person to be kept away from society either-not until after he murdered the mom. Then off to jail he goes. So…yes a lack of mental institutions in USA is part of the problem.
Dear Officer Mellis, thank you for your time and knowledge, patience and professionalism! You should teach a class on how to respond to these horrible killings that are taking place all to often! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! God Bless You!
This is the best presentation of its kind that I've ever seen. The officer tells what is known concisely and without a lot of pauses and is clear on what information is not yet known or not yet released, and why. All police departments and public services should have such excellent communicators.
Well, for starters- the avg American is on multiple prescriptions. Some children are on meds that are as strong as Methamphetamine. These drugs are for adhd or other attention deficit disorders. They get these kids hooked YOUNG.
The Family Court’s take away the children from the father which causes this dysfunction in our youth today there’s no more two parent household. There’s no families no more.
That officer did a very carefully worded yet compassionate job informing the media of this crime scene. I was impressed! Condolences to the families and friends affected by this crime.
@noneyun9943 the LEO is using a standard generic format of releasing information at the beginning of a major investigation. I was trained the same way as a security guard in dealing with the press if something happened on my site . The press core is specifically trained to ask questions to ferret out information from authorities; that is why authorities will use this 'boxed in' method of relaying information during an investigation.
That is because generation Alpha and younger children are not properly taught how to accept "No" or rejection, how to receive and reflect a reprimand and good understanding about the notion of "just because you want something it does not mean you always get it". Having too much pride to back down from an argument about being "right/correct" due to social media plus google and not accepting and learning from their mistake(s) is also very common too. Add Anger management because of the content they see like cartoons, anime, etc. that commonly show whenever the character screams, become emotionally angry makes the character stronger in battles/fights then win against the villains.
@@noneyun9943 the LEO is using a standard generic format of response answering questions at the begainjng of an investigation like this because --- News reporters are specifically trained to ask lead in questions in an attempt to ferret out sensitive information that can impede criminal investigations , court procedures, and the suspects rights .
Agree , the LEO was very polite and professional interacting with the reporters , who will if allowed get out of hand and take over a briefing . He while being informative , set the boundaries as to the questions, and kept the briefing moving .
North of Seattle resident here. Horrific and tragic news. Condolences to relatives, friends, neighbors. Respectful well-spoken Sheriff; kudos to him and the one who helped the wounded teenager.
So very sad. Parents love your children. Sit and talk with them. Listen to them and hear how they feel… this is beyond tragedy. Love from South Texas… 😭
You cannot sit and talk nowadays you seem to forget that the parents now is social media. they have phone starting at 4 -5 years old with internet access ...
@@tracymorgan5386 oh " they" have entered into the comment link. Unfortunately if you link their brain cells together you'd still only get half a nit wit🤣
The Deputy is an excellent communicator, providing as much clear, fair information as he possibly can, without jumping to, or implying conclusions about this awful crime incident.
Dreadful event. This gentleman, Mellis, is the most articulate officer of the law I have ever heard speaking. I wish we had a person of his obvious intelligence in my country. Professionalism of this calibre is a rarity. He is respectful of everyone with whom he talks, and he is a pleasure to listen to. Thank you, Officer Mellis.
It’s disassociating it’s why they call them victims or bodies. Nurses use resident or patient it’s the same. You have to keep your emotions in check. It seems unsympathetic but it’s a protection mechanism . It’s awful what happened I can’t imagine being on that scene. Heartbreaking
I work with dementia i refer to it as becoming desensitized i cant imagine being a cop seeing the horrific things they see I'd have nightmares for life 😔
Best briefing of this nature I've ever witnessed. Respects the investigative process, but also provided details that will prevent unnecessary and avoidable rumors.
One more thing. This sheriff, Mike Mellis is a cool dude. Really like his compassion and stating only the facts. Great talking style. Mike Mellis for president!!
He is one of millions in our country that could be great at the job, but wants no part of all the attendant BS...the way we are at each other's throats right now, half the population would love him and half would demonize him, regardless of his party affiliation...let's thank the major parties and their propaganda media outlets for this miserable condition, and yes, Both major parties are to blame...
Comic figures like God will not help you. Or funny prayers. Gun control would be a first step. Or trying to help people who struggle mental illnesses and not giving guns to them. „God“ didn’t care in this case. Every day the same. Stop asking for help it does not work. RIP
@@marcusantoniusAfterDarkGods getting ready to move in a big way and it won’t be pretty for the unbelievers. His Book 📕 is playing out before us but you’re too wrapped up to see it happening. When you are not taken-know that is was Jesus Christ that took his believers and you are left to endure the apocalypse. Jesus Saves!!
When I was a teenager, we went to school dances, hung out at Dairy Queen and rode our bikes around the neighborhood. We didn’t go around doing school shootings and murdering people. Wtf is wrong with these kids today?
How many people in here think that if you are a parent and your teen is showing signs of mental illness and you believe they need help, could you actually get them help? In Washington your 13 year old child must consent. Even if they consent, then getting help is extremely difficult because of lack of resources. Keep voting for the same folks, though, because doing the same thing over and over expecting different results is not insane. It is time to wake up folks. You are being hustled.
Stop blaming the Government!! If your blaming the Groverment, than blame the GOP for not doing there fn job about gun controll, there is so many guns in this country!!!! Stop the maddness!!
@@crystalsigler9243 because gun control would fix the problem, and teenagers like him who are sick in the head wouldn’t commit crimes? You know there are other destructive weapons to choose from right? And gun control does not stop people from getting one illegally, it only disarms citizens from protecting themselves. Fix the actual root of the problem. Also, idk why on earth this family thought it was a good idea to give him the code to their firearm lockbox.
Our world has become infiltrated with demons, this is how Satan plans to rule! We are living in the book of revelation now! Look at our world! Look at what's become of it! It's only going to get worse! Stay with your armor of God! The storm is coming!
@@dawnportousa Look what they are pushing on our kids. Trans decide if you are gay pushing Trans in schools. Taking parents rights away. Kids cant be kids anymore its insane.
“A juvenile is in custody after five people were killed, including three children, during a 'possible domestic violence situation' in Fall City, Washington on Monday” ~ Jonathon Limehouse, USA Today. Deputy Mike Mellis did a good job of clearly and succinctly relaying information relating to the incident. The neighbours relay their perspective in a news report by KING 5 Seattle.
Very articulate. But it’s beyond that. He knows the parameters he must stay within. It’s just impressive. Plus he’s good in front of the camera. He’s not awkward at all. And I doubt he’s ever experienced a crime like this. But you’d never know. But it’s clear he’s well versed in the law.
I have a 15 yr old grandson. He is not an adult. I cannot understand how a child could commit such a crime. Parents and siblings, just so sad and unimaginable. He is definitely a threat to himself and society. The damage done cannot be changed. That boy will live with this crime forever wether in jail or not.
In just the few minutes that I’ve watched this it appears that a teen has killed his entire family. That’s so tragic. My sincere condolences to all the family and friends of the victims.
@totalspoof8344 Right. That young man killed his whole family in Amityville, NY, back in the 1970s. He pretended demons possessed him and made him do it.
Wow officer Mellis, is a great speaker, I could not do this job but we definitely need more officers like him. Very meticulous and very well spoken. What an unfortunate thing to have happen. My heart goes out to this family. 😢
What I respect about this Officer is his plain and understandable articulation. His direct explanations of this horrible crime. He was as informative as possible.
Oh, and when it comes to "God", as a "Catholic", I have a BIG problem with the story concerning Noah. As you well know, "God" told Noah to get his family and two of every animal into the ark/huge boat because he, God, was sending/creating a huge flood to rid the earth of all the wicked people. How "God" determined that all the children, unborn babies and foetuses were responsible for the world's ills at that time and therefore needed to be killed is beyond comprehension and an insult to any logical, practical and responsible humanbeing.
Are we ever going to be told why this young boy decided to commit this horrific act of violence? Firearms are not the issue, what “caused” this boy, again, to commit this act of violence is the issue here. If we ignore the cause/reason we’ll never end violence in our society, regardless of the instrument used.
What’s going on with these teens they are killing at record numbers Our society is sick there’s something wrong with When I was growing up You didn’t hesr of this all the time
True, but when we grew up, we still had parents who cared, we had accountability responsibility, and we were taught to be respectful and listen to our elders A lot of that is lacking these days. Replaced by material things ,social media people telling kids, they don't have to listen to their parents that they don't need to respect them though we don't know how any of this might have been part in this situation.
I never saw or heard of an Epidemic of carnage when I was growing up in the 50's and 60's or my young adult years 70's and 80's. My God soooo many young and adult homicidal genocidal and family annihilators. Why? The horror and pain the victems must have felt the last few mintues of their lives. I so hope the shooter doesn't skate on mental health issues?
Well the 60’s and 70’s had terrible inter department communication and moreover officers were complete shyte at their job and mostly didnt even care in a lot of cases
We need to arrest those among the highest levels of Secret Societies, Free Mason's, Kabbalist Sorcerer's because they're destroying our Nation working with the Jinn 🧞👥 THESE PEOPLE NEED TO BE STOPPED because they are destroying LIVES! MAGIC IS REAL! JINN ARE REAL!
When parents start to parent again instead of letting social media raise their children this will continue to happen........... definition of Insanity is doing the same thing over and over expecting different results 😢😢😢...
@@kirstenwright1974 Are other countries o.k.? Europeans are afraid to walk their own streets alone due to immigrant issues, suicide is high in man countries( that do not have access to guns) some even offer assistance to suicide. Wars are currently happening in people's homelands. How is the rest of the world fine exactly?
Everyone saying mental health but most people with mental illness diagnosed or not, don't murder 1 person much less 5. It could be but it is also more likely impulsivity, entitlement, anger issues, bad parenting, physical/sexual abuse. It could be just evil intentions or something i haven't thought of but just saying mental health with no information is wild. So many murders get to jail get evaluated and maybe have anxiety, depression, adhd but nothing that would cause not knowing right from wrong.
@@geraldmercier6065 you’re obviously an atheist. God is good and god is merciful if you believe in him. Perhaps you and the people that perished were not believers. I have asked god for many things and he has not failed me. Why because I believe in him deeply. If people like you, the ones that deny that god exists, would try praying to him and believe that he is there whenever you need it would do you good to actually believe in him and praise him for all he does for the human race. All of these tornadoes are occurring because we have singlehandedly. Destroyed the planet that he so kindly gave to us. I am of the belief that god allows things to happen so that we can stand back and learn from our mistakes. I’ve prayed for all of the victims of these disasters but you people need to pray to. If something bad happens in your life you need to reach for our higher power because we need him as we are just mere human beings. I was in very severe depression and at death’s door in 2000 and the doctor told my husband that my prognosis was grim and that I was probably not going to make it. The doctor suggested to my husband that perhaps he should bring in the priest to give me my last rites so my husband did just that. The priest came and over two days I finally became aware of my surroundings. Before the prayers my brain had shut down so I was pretty much not responsive and I wasn’t aware of anything. I likened my condition to that of a person that just ceased left their mind. I knew nothing around me. My husband had to tell me about what happened because all I did was sleep and would not get out of not even to go to the bathroom. My husband said that the nurses that were caring for me were having a real hard time trying to get me to eat which was mostly in vain. I went from weighing 140 lbs to only 70lbs by the time it was over. My husband said that many people were praying for me but what finally did it was when the priest came in and prayed for me. I slowly but surely came out of my depression and was eventually able to come home. You may or may not believe my story but I lived it and know that it’s true. I pray to god every day to help me not to relapse. Even though statistically I am at a high chance of relapsing I have not in 24 years. It makes me so sad that not too many people believe in god because he is there for us and all we have to ask him for help. I love my lord and savior Jesus Christ. If your situation is real bad right now repent your sins and really believe in god and all he represents I have no doubt God will hear and help you. I’ll pray for you and all of the nonbelievers because you have no idea what’s there for you. I don’t know you but as god has asked of me I love you and your life matters. May god protect you and all of my brothers and sisters in god.
I’ve never seen such a restrained, careful sheriff speak so clearly about a horrific crime. His demeanor is impeccable. If only we had more leaders like him…
He’s NOT the SHERIFF!!! He IS a SPOKESMAN!!!!!! YOU …should LEARN HOW to READ!!!!
@@Tryp-j9d He works for the Sheriffs department, he's a Sheriff , they may have 2 or 3 'Spokesman , they are also 'Sheriffs..
ROFL. Please learn to read above a 5th grade level. He is the Sheriff's spokesperson, NOT the sheriff. It says in description
what difference does that make? Five are still dead!!@GingerWolf87
@@GingerWolf87Please learn to have a modicum of respect for your fellow commenters and for the victims. "ROFL" has no place here. BTW, don't believe everything you read. The officer speaking is King County SHERIFF'S DEPUTY Mike Mellis. Learn THAT.
The neighbour with medical experience who attended to the wounded teenager deserves to be praised and acknowledged. Someone acting immediately to do what they could do to help someone else.
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
🙏🙏
Which further emphasizes the fact that the term “first-responder” is very often misapplied when referring to police, fire, and medical personnel. The true first-responders are the people at the scene who render first aid.
Is it heroism or living up to constitutional obligations ? 🤔
@@philspd473constitution?
How about compassionate and moral obligation?
Agreed 💯
Deputy Mellis..you are an amazing communicator and an amazing individual.
yes, wow, I don't believe I have ever heard such a press conference delivered by the police...excellent!!!
What a well spoken man. Cudos to Sheriff Mike Mellis for his professionalism with such a sensitive subject.
That's what I think. No mumbling no embellishments, facts, calm coherent
The deputy is so respectful when speaking to or about every person. Very commendable.
Lying
@@JasonAlan-d9labout what?
Fantastic Professional. Here in the UK we hear frequently about gun shootings fatalities in the USA. Sad that events like todays are so normal everyday life in America that they don’t always make the news anymore in the UK
@@TheWayISeeit-xq4tithe uK has tons is DM and stalking I was shocked to see that
@@JasonAlan-d9lwho’s lying
Kudos to this sheriff for his candor, professionalism, and level headedness.
Yes and I believe the Washington State is a very great place to be, I was looking into it for 2025 but I am looking at the mental health of young adults and I see a pattern. What if they are taking prescription medication along with recreational drugs?!
It's happening everywhere @@cartergomez5390
This is why we vote our sheriff
That sheriff is a unit. Guy knows his business.
So for doing his job, right einstein?
Losing that many from a family is devastating. RIP
Just
They're all together on the other side so there's at least that.
@@desertweasel6965 maybe...
Thanks Lord for bible study class
Thanks Lord for your salvation
Thanks Lord for your peace
Let's hope this teen never had a chance to have a offspring.
This guy is the best I have ever seen regarding questions about a crime seen and he's friendly and not pompous! Hats off to him!
Absolutely and I’m sorry to be a spellchecker but “scene” in the second instance, of this sentence and ‘scenario’ we have both “seen” and scene follows ❤
The word was very likely auto " corrected".
Don't be a spell checker. Just keep on scrolling. I promise spell checking someone isn't going to solve the world's problems.
Now the us just needs a president like this 🤗
@@SighFFS.17 But it does teach young students how to correctly use words.
The US government needs to start addressing the mental health epidemic instead of pretending like it doesn't exist...
Republicans in the US Government 👀💀
give them your children.
I don’t think the government has the remedy for all the sorrows of mankind. Even the US government.
NOT the govt's job.
We have a healtchare system.
My gosh I agree. This is unreal. I grew up in the 80s and things like this didn't happen. I think Susan Smith was the first and it shocked the country.
I would not want his job. He has to be so careful about every word he says. Cannot be emotional. He's speaking on behalf of local law enforcement to a public ready to find fault on all sides. And cannot say anything to compromise the legal process.
Every Sheriff Dept has an experienced officer who addresses reporters. It's a delicate position.
He is very calm and professional. Thank goodness there are people willing to serve their communities this way. What a tragedy.
🎯🥺🥺☹️ it truly is!!!! From a very young age I wanted to work in criminal justice, as I became older and saw the state of the world. I wouldn’t have been built tough enough. The burden they take home and to their families. 😖🥺🥺☹️😞
Bullshit, your confusing him with the cops that kill blacks for no reason. Something racist people like you love and support. 😎😎
@@ceciliauribe812😭😭😭
What a well spoken very detailed spokesman for the sheriff office…kudos to this deputy…R.I.P. To the poor victims who lost there lives🙏🏻
He's going by a script and just ad libbing. Not rocket science. Geez.
Guys. He's the Sheriff (Andy), not the Deputy(Barney).😊😅😂
@@ParacordPalsandHeroes Five people dead so you mock & joke. Sick
@@imhereforitall9218I’m sure he’s not exactly in a good mental state of health… how could you even put one insulting word after what these officers have seen and will live with forever …. Shame on you 💔🙏
That's all some people get on the Internet for. @@Jaded57
I have never seen a LEO so professional and well spoken as Sheriff Mellis! Hearing this breaks my heart! DV is out of control more than ever!
Leo Nation
Thank you for your service officer Mellis. I think he did a good job on reporting this unfortunate tragedy.
As a former CO. I hated having to deal with teenage murders under 16 yrs old. They are so full of hate and anger. So many came from two parent homes. I never ever understood why all of these well off children smapped like this. I never understand why the well educated parents never ever get their child the appropriate help. Many do not want the stigmas that come with a child with mental health needs. Just because you are wealthy, well educated, and have a great life doesnt mean you are exempt from anything. Its OK TO GET HELP!! PUT YOUR PRIDE TO THE SIDE!!!
Lack of or no discipline. Not being held accountable. Parents missing the signs of young boys' hormonal changes that affect the way they think and act. Also, they are not paying attention to their friends or social media.
Probably Antidepressants or other Drugs for first World diseases.
Smapped ?
A lot of rich kids basically have a no parent household. Mom and dad too busy or distracted. One reason they have high suicide rates. Average two parent households have little to do with rich households. Completely different lifestyle and evironments for the most part. Good parenting is the key. You could easily be neglected by a single mom or dad too.
Getting mental health care for youth in a very overwhelmed system is almost impossible. What you do get is minimal care at best. Affording care and being able to get it are 2 different things.
Blessings for the 5 departed souls and for the wounded teenager that fights for his life.
🙏✝️🙏
she was a 6th grader girl. My sister was in her class.
Her
@@moofynuwas or is??? Isnt she in hospital now, critical???
Was = dead Is = alive SO which are you trying to say??
Praying for those touched by this tragedy...
Sheriff Mellis- is exceptional. The kind of man you need in that moment. 🌿🇺🇸🌿
Totally agree with you!💯👆‼️
That forest behind him is pretty!!
A system is only as good as the results that are achieved. There are 5 people dead. I would say law enforcement failed in proactively preventing a crime. He is the white version of DEI; just show up, and you get a medal.
Now is not the time to worship the Sheriff.
Please save it until a later time.
The focus is on why and how this happened
Why not? He's providing preliminary information. He's well-spoken and giving revelant information
I lived most of my life in South King County, this is sad to hear. I hope the teen actually faces consequences.
This police officer has done a great job giving information without any judgement or embellishments.
yeah. most professional police press release job Ive seen.
Check out Sheriff Grady from FL... excellent presenter as well.
Obviously the reason why he’s speaking to the public 😂😂 they ain’t gonna throw Andy Griffith up there
Judgement for what?
What about the horrific crime?
We had similar situation in our town about 30 years ago. The parents had been trying to get help. The laws did not allow prevention- had to wait until a crime occurred. The family locked their bedroom doors at night in fear of the teen. He killed the parents, brutally maimed siblings. He is now in jail. If only he could have been institutionalized before he killed and maimed his own family. So don’t automatically assume the parents didn’t pay attention to the kid, or didn’t care if the teen was mentally ill. There is a lot we don’t know about this horrible situation yet.
And people shouldn’t blame America not having enough mental health care facilities.
😂. As this country moves farther away from God. Expect more of the same. Is this country the Babylon written about in Revelation?
Thanks Lord for your salvation and peace and mercy and Bible study class and patience. Amen
@@Parkhurst12-79 huh? It’s a fact that there are few mental facilities anymore. There are some people who should not be walking the streets or terrorizing the family. The terrorized family has nowhere to turn. Just has to await the horror to unfold. Then and only then the crazy person gets taken out of society. How about my co-worker whose mom was murdered by the schizophrenic brother. There was no place for that mentally ill person to be kept away from society either-not until after he murdered the mom. Then off to jail he goes. So…yes a lack of mental institutions in USA is part of the problem.
Locking yourself in a room is not getting help for someone . Seriously
Dear Officer Mellis, thank you for your time and knowledge, patience and professionalism! You should teach a class on how to respond to these horrible killings that are taking place all to often! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! God Bless You!
WE HAVE A SERIOUS PROBLEM WITH YOUNG ADULTS
US is full of this shit... Meaning , bad discipline or lacking any empathy. Idk, this is just horrific
With access to guns
Agreed! They need help!
WE HAVE A SERIOUS PROBLEM WITH BOOMERS.
AND THE BLACKS THEY LOVE.
or the Fd up generation that is raising them lol
How very sad i do hope the child in hospital will be ok
Maybe he was the shooter and the kid who was arrested was protecting his family. I am probably wrong, hut we will soon know the truth.
He will never be.
@@KristiLEvans1 SHE*
Change gun law!
@@mariastafford1361 we have 20,000 gun laws on the books. No.
My goodness. An adult who can speak in complete sentences and in a precise/concise manner. No, "you know" or Upspeak.
No matter how ya be speaking. It be a tragedy. Yup a tragedy like tragic tho. LMAO 🤣
Thanks Lord for your salvation and peace. Thanks Lord for your mercy and Patience. Amen.
It's WA- OR territory Not NM
Ummm, so what are you really trying to say?? There's always "one of you" everywhere in the world. smh
This is the best presentation of its kind that I've ever seen. The officer tells what is known concisely and without a lot of pauses and is clear on what information is not yet known or not yet released, and why. All police departments and public services should have such excellent communicators.
That’s all you care about? Freaking bot 😂
Maybe he should report out of the Counting of the election votes. Did the vote will change hours by hours and we won't know till we're done counting.
Mr. Mellis is an excellent spokesperson.
Ye is handsome too
Amd not like Grady Judd
If he was single and on my local force I'd be jailed for calling in too many false reports for assistance 😂.
@@lovepet4565he’s cute! 😊
@bridgettstephens5582,Desperate times😂
@@barbaranymiel3089 Indeed! A girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do😁
Oh my gosh horrific.
Thankyou Officer Mellis for your compassionate in this media release. You were amazing.
Parents need to spend more time with their kids, not on media or gaming, or getting drunk or drugged.
Well, for starters- the avg American is on multiple prescriptions.
Some children are on meds that are as strong as Methamphetamine.
These drugs are for adhd or other attention deficit disorders.
They get these kids hooked YOUNG.
I agree!
The Family Court’s take away the children from the father which causes this dysfunction in our youth today there’s no more two parent household. There’s no families no more.
Open boarders
Some working 2 jobs
That officer did a very carefully worded yet compassionate job informing the media of this crime scene. I was impressed!
Condolences to the families and friends affected by this crime.
It’s like he’s reading a drill script! He concluded by saying he is done with his “presentation”? 😕something seems very fishy about this story
@noneyun9943 the LEO is using a standard generic format of releasing information at the beginning of a major investigation.
I was trained the same way as a security guard in dealing with the press if something happened on my site .
The press core is specifically trained to ask questions to ferret out information from authorities; that is why authorities will use this 'boxed in' method of relaying information during an investigation.
That is because generation Alpha and younger children are not properly taught how to accept "No" or rejection, how to receive and reflect a reprimand and good understanding about the notion of "just because you want something it does not mean you always get it".
Having too much pride to back down from an argument about being "right/correct" due to social media plus google and not accepting and learning from their mistake(s) is also very common too.
Add Anger management because of the content they see like cartoons, anime, etc. that commonly show whenever the character screams, become emotionally angry makes the character stronger in battles/fights then win against the villains.
@@noneyun9943 the LEO is using a standard generic format of response answering questions at the begainjng of an investigation like this because ---
News reporters are specifically trained to ask lead in questions in an attempt to ferret out sensitive information that can impede criminal investigations , court procedures, and the suspects rights .
Agree , the LEO was very polite and professional interacting with the reporters , who will if allowed get out of hand and take over a briefing .
He while being informative , set the boundaries as to the questions, and kept the briefing moving .
My Lord. This is so, so sad. Another tragedy. 😢😢
Involving gun/s. 🤨
@@747fa and mental health I'll wager.
@747fa you must be thrilled Washington has some of the strictest anti gun laws
Too many such as this. Just horrific.😢
@@747fa Guns are a tool. The person should be on trial, not the catalyst of destruction that was abused for a bastardized purpose.
I have never seen a law enforcement officer do as good a job explaining the circumstances of a crime scene as this sheriff did.
North of Seattle resident here. Horrific and tragic news. Condolences to relatives, friends, neighbors. Respectful well-spoken Sheriff; kudos to him and the one who helped the wounded teenager.
Yes what a true Human who cares and shows what his job entails has to be so difficult
What state did this occur at please!🙏🏼
So very sad. Parents love your children. Sit and talk with them. Listen to them and hear how they feel… this is beyond tragedy. Love from South Texas… 😭
You cannot sit and talk nowadays you seem to forget that the parents now is social media. they have phone starting at 4 -5 years old with internet access ...
@@geraldmercier6065both of you are making guesses and both could be wrong.
Excellent representative of law-enforcement to talk to the people awesome Work awesome job very clear very thorough. Very patient.
He looks like a mix between Harrison Ford and Tom Cruise.
I see Mark Harmon And Tom cruise.
sounds...clint eastwood
@@orangestoneface job title fits Clint Eastwood too you are on point my man
With a little Ben Affleck
All of you assuming that is was drugs or mental illness... Sometimes people are just evil. Let that sink in.
Yet, you are also making an assumption.
Applies to at least 75% of those claiming mental illness when facing long prison sentence.
America thinks it’s a trend to have mental illness. Shit is wild bro . Everybody has ptsd from getting yelled at now 😂 pssssys
That is indeed, both actual and factual.
EXACTLY! Sometimes people are just evil.
😲😥😢😢😢. I am so sorry for the victims, the family of the victims and the community 🙏🤍🕯️🕊️🙏
Hi Amanda. Nice picture.
He's doing as good a job explaining what he can that I've ever seen. So calm in such a terrible situation.
Greetings from Northeast Ohio Kudos to the people of this county that voted this man for their Sheriff.
I don’t mean in anyway to trivialize this very horrific situation, but I’m impressed with how this police spokesperson conducts himself.
Kinda like….it’s his JOB!!!!!
Then why even say that?...
@@Tryp-j9d they're used to listening to people like trump talk . Unintelligible
@@tracymorgan5386 oh " they" have entered into the comment link. Unfortunately if you link their brain cells together you'd still only get half a nit wit🤣
@@teresaboone893what? Trump makes much more sense than Biden or cackling Kamala. Enjoy your loss
Thank you Deputy Mellis.
He is the Sheriff, not one of his deputies. Fyi
@ParacordPalsandHeroes no he's not.
Thanks Lord for bible study class
Thanks Lord for your peace
Thanks Lord for your salvation
@@ParacordPalsandHeroes No, he is not. Patricia Cole-Tindall is.
Was I the only one who heard this through their left ear bud/headphone?
The Deputy is an excellent communicator, providing as much clear, fair information as he possibly can, without jumping to, or implying conclusions about this awful crime incident.
And he speaks English 😂
😂
Lying
A leader forsure
Communication means nothing if this nation keeps moving further away from God. Thanks Lord for your salvation and peace and mercy. Loving it 😂🥂
Dreadful event. This gentleman, Mellis, is the most articulate officer of the law I have ever heard speaking. I wish we had a person of his obvious intelligence in my country. Professionalism of this calibre is a rarity. He is respectful of everyone with whom he talks, and he is a pleasure to listen to. Thank you, Officer Mellis.
Such a tragedy.
The tragedy is that we wont do anything to stop it from happening again and again
So, a teen killed his entire family? That’s disgusting
Are people getting the point now? Humanity is nearly in the toilet. Time to prepare for maximum damage.
Are you new?
It always is. But it's nothing new in Gunmerica.
@@topgrainguns aren't the problem
@@Memevze
What in the world are you talking about???
So horrible! So sad.
Mark Humiston, 43, Sarah Humiston, 42, and their children Katheryn, 7, Joshua, 9, and Benjamin, 13.
And surviving sister unknown 11.
Thank you
I'm so sorry.
Well done Mike! You have been very calm during a most horrendous situation.
It’s disassociating it’s why they call them victims or bodies. Nurses use resident or patient it’s the same. You have to keep your emotions in check. It seems unsympathetic but it’s a protection mechanism . It’s awful what happened I can’t imagine being on that scene. Heartbreaking
Thank you @angelanorthcutt4339..!! 😊
I work with dementia i refer to it as becoming desensitized i cant imagine being a cop seeing the horrific things they see I'd have nightmares for life 😔
Isn’t disassociating personally disorder in the DSM-5?
Ppl w no pineal gland have no soul. There's no hope for them
@@troywest1724
Dude, if it’s for a job: no
Best briefing of this nature I've ever witnessed. Respects the investigative process, but also provided details that will prevent unnecessary and avoidable rumors.
One more thing. This sheriff, Mike Mellis is a cool dude. Really like his compassion and stating only the facts. Great talking style. Mike Mellis for president!!
He is one of millions in our country that could be great at the job, but wants no part of all the attendant BS...the way we are at each other's throats right now, half the population would love him and half would demonize him, regardless of his party affiliation...let's thank the major parties and their propaganda media outlets for this miserable condition, and yes, Both major parties are to blame...
He don’t want to be president he wants to be a cop let him be a cop
God rest their souls, especially the children. God help us all.
Look, I know you mean well, about "God" and everything but, are you familiar with the bible story of Noah?
Comic figures like God will not help you. Or funny prayers.
Gun control would be a first step.
Or trying to help people who struggle mental illnesses and not giving guns to them.
„God“ didn’t care in this case. Every day the same. Stop asking for help it does not work.
RIP
All powerful, all knowing, and responsible for the creation of everything known, except for the bad stuff...
@@marcusantoniusAfterDarkGods getting ready to move in a big way and it won’t be pretty for the unbelievers. His Book 📕 is playing out before us but you’re too wrapped up to see it happening. When you are not taken-know that is was Jesus Christ that took his believers and you are left to endure the apocalypse. Jesus Saves!!
Marcus Why are cat ladies always so rude.
So very, very sad
What a great public information officer he is…. Very throughly gave information without compromising the investigation.
When I was a teenager, we went to school dances, hung out at Dairy Queen and rode our bikes around the neighborhood. We didn’t go around doing school shootings and murdering people. Wtf is wrong with these kids today?
1. Woke
2. Social media
3. Lack of discipline
Broken homes that result in a broken society that result in all manner of tragedy.
Society has really deteriorated and it's and it's not cool.
That's when you were a kid. That's not relevant today😂. Thanks Lord for your salvation and peace and mercy and Bible study class
The Manson family were teenagers
How many people in here think that if you are a parent and your teen is showing signs of mental illness and you believe they need help, could you actually get them help? In Washington your 13 year old child must consent. Even if they consent, then getting help is extremely difficult because of lack of resources. Keep voting for the same folks, though, because doing the same thing over and over expecting different results is not insane. It is time to wake up folks. You are being hustled.
Stop blaming the Government!! If your blaming the Groverment, than blame the GOP for not doing there fn job about gun controll, there is so many guns in this country!!!! Stop the maddness!!
You are exactly right
Not enough help and counseling
@@crystalsigler9243 because gun control would fix the problem, and teenagers like him who are sick in the head wouldn’t commit crimes? You know there are other destructive weapons to choose from right? And gun control does not stop people from getting one illegally, it only disarms citizens from protecting themselves. Fix the actual root of the problem. Also, idk why on earth this family thought it was a good idea to give him the code to their firearm lockbox.
There are demons walking around among and it’s straight up evil.
Amen pray 🙏
Unfortunately, many hate Him so that invites this type of behavior in. Pray for our country. Be well
Demons cannot possess a Christian. This is the most anti Christian generation I've ever seen and the demons are having a field day.
The worst are very good at convincing others to follow them, donate to them, and give their lives to them, even in God's name.
@@sharonrose50 demonic possession
This world is sick.😢
People is sick. The world is a beautiful place with lost souls.😢
That’s a masacre wtf !!! Lord have mercy a teenager ?!!
Can you believe that?!? What the hell is wrong with people I just don't get it!!!!
@@dawnportousa Democrat's training....Maxine Waters.
Our world has become infiltrated with demons, this is how Satan plans to rule! We are living in the book of revelation now! Look at our world! Look at what's become of it! It's only going to get worse! Stay with your armor of God! The storm is coming!
@@littleme3597 She became wealthy by trading on the lives of Blacks and all Americans -- She and the rest of the Black Congressional Congress
@@dawnportousa Look what they are pushing on our kids. Trans decide if you are gay pushing Trans in schools. Taking parents rights away. Kids cant be kids anymore its insane.
“A juvenile is in custody after five people were killed, including three children, during a 'possible domestic violence situation' in Fall City, Washington on Monday”
~ Jonathon Limehouse, USA Today.
Deputy Mike Mellis did a good job of clearly and succinctly relaying information relating to the incident. The neighbours relay their perspective in a news report by KING 5 Seattle.
I’m confused by how competent this spokesperson was. Why can’t they all be this articulate and professional?
Very articulate. But it’s beyond that. He knows the parameters he must stay within. It’s just impressive. Plus he’s good in front of the camera. He’s not awkward at all. And I doubt he’s ever experienced a crime like this. But you’d never know. But it’s clear he’s well versed in the law.
Sadly I was wrong. He just clarified they’ve had several multi casualty cases throughout his career there.
It’s a big department, high salary area, lots of quality people to promote, emphasis on continued career training. .
@@Kiki-Kauaihe mentioned the one in Carnation.
@@LilyGazou yes and others. I just hadn’t gotten that far into video. Sad.
I have a 15 yr old grandson. He is not an adult. I cannot understand how a child could commit such a crime. Parents and siblings, just so sad and unimaginable. He is definitely a threat to himself and society. The damage done cannot be changed. That boy will live with this crime forever wether in jail or not.
How very heartbreaking!🙏
In just the few minutes that I’ve watched this it appears that a teen has killed his entire family. That’s so tragic. My sincere condolences to all the family and friends of the victims.
Again. UA-cam true crime channels are full of similar stories. This generation of children are in trouble.
Something is very very wrong with our youth-so incredibly sad.
Ok bot
This kind of stuff has been happening for a long time, it's just more publicized. There's tons of bad apples in every generation.
@totalspoof8344 Right. That young man killed his whole family in Amityville, NY, back in the 1970s.
He pretended demons possessed him and made him do it.
Wow officer Mellis, is a great speaker, I could not do this job but we definitely need more officers like him. Very meticulous and very well spoken. What an unfortunate thing to have happen. My heart goes out to this family. 😢
What I respect about this Officer is his plain and understandable articulation. His direct explanations of this horrible crime. He was as informative as possible.
Beyond sad. Crazy.
He better be held indefinitely and not allowed to get out!! This is terrible!😢
Maybe you don't understand what innocent until proven guilty means clown
I wonder what color he is? They have not shown his identity yet. Must be... nevermind.
@@imhereforitall9218 must be what 🤔?
@@imhereforitall9218 must be what 🤔?
@@ShaaWay-iw8sm😂a genome🎉
Very well spoken officer. Rip to the 5 and Prayers to all victims family. Lord help this world.
Sheriff Mellis has it together. He’s articulate, thoughtful and caring. Law enforcement agencies at every level need more like him.
That's not gonna help when the apocalypse from Revelation comes. Thanks Lord for your salvation and peace
@@Shaolin91z - What does that mean? Sounds like religious psycho-babble.
Praying for the recovery of the injured am sorry my condolences to the families LHM 😢😢😢😢💔💔💔
Huh? They are all dead.
A whole lotta people here commenting who don't know $hit about what the circumstances are.
Some really dumb people, for sure. 👍
Thank you for saying that.. The most correct comment on the entire thread.
Thats on EVERY video.
Including you
Including your ass
whats going on with this new generation nowadays is horrible
Remember, Murder rates used to be much higher 40 years ago
The new generation, has been INFLUENCED by previous ones.
They have perfect examples to show them: ADULTS!
Social media has raised them.............
Social media, video games.
This PIO handled the Press with consumate respect and skill.
Kid kills family?
Umm that's literally what he said sooo
Probably because they wouldn’t reload his Fortnite card
Is there something he was unclear about?
Maybe he only watched the first thirty seconds I guess@@lizzieb6311
So Sad May They Rest In Peace🙏🙏
Start talking to your kids if you aren’t doing that already. It’s such an important part of kids growing up.
Keep talking to them.
Talk is cheap. Don't break up families. Adoption has some of the worst effects on children.
@@margaretlemmon1143 exactly don't break up families. See guys, feminism messed ya up.
Yes! Get involved in kids lives and be more aware of your child’s behavior. Be observant to changes in behavior
@@kathyschlect4852 problem is, people don't care about men though. The boys are finished.
I'm about 40 miles from this location. It's a tragedy 😔 may these people rest in peace 🙏
What state is this
@@officialstompdownmoskii494 Washington state
Washington State
Yeah Washington state is terrible Portland it's getting bad everyday my grandparents lived in Washington it's a beautiful state it's not anymore
@@Brian1961-ep4bqyou know Portland isn’t in Washington state right? I live in Washington and it’s beautiful.
What state is this in??
Washington state, fall city Washington (30 mins from Seattle)
@johnryder557 tragic damn
Update For this morning. It's sad sad sad
Omg! What in the world happened! So very sad! Prayers!🙏🙏🙏
This is what happens when God is removed from everything and now we have people that don't know wrong from right.
You don't need "God" to know that it is best to treat your fellow citizen's as you'd like to be treated. Not rocket science.
Why is your god so weak? What a weak god you have.
This is also the product of single parent households. Children need their father in the house.
Oh, and when it comes to "God", as a "Catholic", I have a BIG problem with the story concerning Noah. As you well know, "God" told Noah to get his family and two of every animal into the ark/huge boat because he, God, was sending/creating a huge flood to rid the earth of all the wicked people. How "God" determined that all the children, unborn babies and foetuses were responsible for the world's ills at that time and therefore needed to be killed is beyond comprehension and an insult to any logical, practical and responsible humanbeing.
JMJ! Learn about the Crusades, the Inquisition and the Holocaust for starters.
This sounds horrific. Keeping these officers, investigators and family and friends in my thoughts. Amazing job by the Sheriff.
Are we ever going to be told why this young boy decided to commit this horrific act of violence? Firearms are not the issue, what “caused” this boy, again, to commit this act of violence is the issue here. If we ignore the cause/reason we’ll never end violence in our society, regardless of the instrument used.
firearms are the opportunity though. One day, America will have a good long look at itself and realize that this is only "normal" in America.
This country has too many "rights" to protect criminals, he is not required to tell a soul what the cause was.
@@h.neubert8770 in other countries they commit the same atrocious acts using knives. Seriously.
Why? Most of the time we can't make sense of it.
So without a gun you think he could've killed 2 adults and 3 kids? GUNS ARE A PROBLEM IN THIS COUNTRY.
What’s going on with these teens they are killing at record numbers Our society is sick there’s something wrong with When I was growing up You didn’t hesr of this all the time
True, but when we grew up, we still had parents who cared, we had accountability responsibility, and we were taught to be respectful and listen to our elders A lot of that is lacking these days. Replaced by material things ,social media people telling kids, they don't have to listen to their parents that they don't need to respect them though we don't know how any of this might have been part in this situation.
Video games
Internet
Democratic propaganda.
When you were growing up did they still have regular lynchings?
I'm so sad this happened, young people are our future.
I feel this chap handled this interview extremally professionally and to the point. Very sad incident.
I never saw or heard of an Epidemic of carnage when I was growing up in the 50's and 60's or my young adult years 70's and 80's. My God soooo many young and adult homicidal genocidal and family annihilators. Why? The horror and pain the victems must have felt the last few mintues of their lives. I so hope the shooter doesn't skate on mental health issues?
It happened. It was just concealed more because the news was less accessible and we did not have a 24/7 news cycle.
Sadly too often these types of horrendous crimes occur over hurt feelings. There is shortage of sociapaths and psycopaths today.
@@imhereforitall9218
Well the 60’s and 70’s had terrible inter department communication and moreover officers were complete shyte at their job and mostly didnt even care in a lot of cases
@@ZachBurns-gu9zk True. Sheriff and police departments did not exchange information. States did not share either. National Data bases help so much.
Why? Where have you been?
Sick of this.
We need to arrest those among the highest levels of Secret Societies, Free Mason's, Kabbalist Sorcerer's because they're destroying our Nation working with the Jinn 🧞👥
THESE PEOPLE NEED TO BE STOPPED because they are destroying LIVES! MAGIC IS REAL! JINN ARE REAL!
When parents start to parent again instead of letting social media raise their children this will continue to happen........... definition of Insanity is doing the same thing over and over expecting different results 😢😢😢...
This type of thing has always happened though. We are safer now than we’ve ever been
People murdering others have been going on forever
@brianmeen2158 Unfortunately, we are NOT safer than we've ever been...
Pray for all involved. Absolutely tragic for the Officers, other Responders, Families, and the direct lives lost. Heartbreaking 🙏🙏🙏
This is heartbreaking 💔😭
Horrible situation
RlP. This is sad.
This world needs more love togetherness, peace.
They also need their heavenly Father!
America does the rest of the world is fine. Funny that
@@kirstenwright1974 Are other countries o.k.? Europeans are afraid to walk their own streets alone due to immigrant issues, suicide is high in man countries( that do not have access to guns) some even offer assistance to suicide.
Wars are currently happening in people's homelands. How is the rest of the world fine exactly?
The situation in the country of Gaza, is horrific!!
Careful and respectful assessment of an ongoing situation, kudos to the police guy.
Everyone saying mental health but most people with mental illness diagnosed or not, don't murder 1 person much less 5. It could be but it is also more likely impulsivity, entitlement, anger issues, bad parenting, physical/sexual abuse. It could be just evil intentions or something i haven't thought of but just saying mental health with no information is wild. So many murders get to jail get evaluated and maybe have anxiety, depression, adhd but nothing that would cause not knowing right from wrong.
Agreed.
Rip for the dead condolences for the family may god help the family cope with their devastating loss.
God.. what God ??? real God would have intervened before don't you think??
@@geraldmercier6065 you’re obviously an atheist. God is good and god is merciful if you believe in him. Perhaps you and the people that perished were not believers. I have asked god for many things and he has not failed me. Why because I believe in him deeply. If people like you, the ones that deny that god exists, would try praying to him and believe that he is there whenever you need it would do you good to actually believe in him and praise him for all he does for the human race. All of these tornadoes are occurring because we have singlehandedly. Destroyed the planet that he so kindly gave to us. I am of the belief that god allows things to happen so that we can stand back and learn from our mistakes. I’ve prayed for all of the victims of these disasters but you people need to pray to. If something bad happens in your life you need to reach for our higher power because we need him as we are just mere human beings. I was in very severe depression and at death’s door in 2000 and the doctor told my husband that my prognosis was grim and that I was probably not going to make it. The doctor suggested to my husband that perhaps he should bring in the priest to give me my last rites so my husband did just that. The priest came and over two days I finally became aware of my surroundings. Before the prayers my brain had shut down so I was pretty much not responsive and I wasn’t aware of anything. I likened my condition to that of a person that just ceased left their mind. I knew nothing around me. My husband had to tell me about what happened because all I did was sleep and would not get out of not even to go to the bathroom. My husband said that the nurses that were caring for me were having a real hard time trying to get me to eat which was mostly in vain. I went from weighing 140 lbs to only 70lbs by the time it was over. My husband said that many people were praying for me but what finally did it was when the priest came in and prayed for me. I slowly but surely came out of my depression and was eventually able to come home. You may or may not believe my story but I lived it and know that it’s true. I pray to god every day to help me not to relapse. Even though statistically I am at a high chance of relapsing I have not in 24 years. It makes me so sad that not too many people believe in god because he is there for us and all we have to ask him for help. I love my lord and savior Jesus Christ. If your situation is real bad right now repent your sins and really believe in god and all he represents I have no doubt God will hear and help you. I’ll pray for you and all of the nonbelievers because you have no idea what’s there for you. I don’t know you but as god has asked of me I love you and your life matters. May god protect you and all of my brothers and sisters in god.
@@geraldmercier6065 God wanted us to have freewill. It's up to us to not do wrongs.
That little boy is serial killer an need be charged as adult
I think he’s a teenager
That’s not ‘serial killing’, this is multiple homicides. Not the same thing.
Praying for the families n everyone touched by this nightmare. 😭🙏