2016 Mukilteo shooting

Mass shooting in Washington, U.S. December 2025 February 2025 2016 Mukilteo shooting Mukilteo, Washington, U.S. 2016 07 30 12:00 a.m. PDT Mass shooting Ruger AR-556 semi-automatic rifle 3 1 Allen Christopher Ivanov Jealousy over a recent breakup On July 30, 2016, a mass shooting occurred during a house party held by students of the University of Washington and Kamiak High School in the community of Mukilteo. Three people were killed and a fourth was injured. Afterwards, the gunman fled the scene. Ninety minutes after the shooting, a suspect, identified as 19-year-old Allen Christopher Ivanov, was arrested near Chehalis. On August 2, he was charged with aggravated murder, attempted murder, and assault; and he pleaded not guilty to all of the charges on August 22. On December 19, 2016, to avoid the death penalty, Ivanov waived his right to appeal his sentence and pleaded guilty to the killings. On January 12, 2017, Ivanov was sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. The shooting led to calls for gun control in Washington state. Shooting Before the shooting, a house party was being held in Mukilteo. About fifteen to twenty university and high school students, most of them graduates, were in attendance. The gunman arrived at the party at around 10:00 p.m. and observed the party unarmed.http://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime/dead-shooting-small-washington-town-article-1.2732039 Gunman who killed three at house party in small Washington suburb identified as UW student The New York Daily News July 31, 2016 August 1, 2016 Laura Bult Meg Wagner Keri BlakingerSullivan Jennifer http://komonews.com/news/local/watch-at-1-pm-accused-mukilteo-shooter-to-appear-in-court Decision on death penalty in Mukilteo shooting months away KOMO News August 22, 2016 August 22, 2016 After some time, he retrieved his rifle, crept around the side of the house, and concealed himself along a wall near the living room. He was discovered by Jacob Long, who he shot and killed just after midnight. Long was hit three times in the back after saying "no, no, no". He collapsed and died next to the pathway on the ground. Ivanov continued firing outside, wounding Will Kramer but Kramer was able to escape by crawling away. Attention turned towards Jordan Ebner who was also shot outside. Ivanov then walked in through patio doors to where Anna Bui was sitting at a kitchen table. He shot her multiple times point blank with some shots hitting her face. Afterwards, the gunman went upstairs to a balcony on the master bedroom, and began firing down onto two men, grazing the leg of the young man whose parents owned the house. The two men escaped. During the shooting, some survivors hid and contacted their relatives. A total of three people were killed and a fourth person was injured. Right after the shooting, the suspect fled the house after realizing he had run out of ammunition. Local detectives tracked him down by pinging his cellphone and contacting the Washington State Patrol for assistance. Ninety minutes later, he was arrested without incident by state troopers on an interstate near Chehalis, over 100 mi away from the crime scene. An AR-15-type rifle and two 30-round magazines were recovered from his vehicle.https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/3-dead-1-hurt-in-shooting-near-seattle-suspect-in-custody/2016/07/31/998ef712-56ee-11e6-b652-315ae5d4d4dd_story.html https://web.archive.org/web/20160731084838/https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/3-dead-1-hurt-in-shooting-near-seattle-suspect-in-custody/2016/07/31/998ef712-56ee-11e6-b652-315ae5d4d4dd_story.html dead July 31, 2016 University of Washington identifies student killed at party The Washington Post Associated Press July 31, 2016 August 1, 2016Hahn Elisa http://www.king5.com/news/local/dash-cam-footage-shows-arrest-of-mukilteo-shooting-suspect/287794134 Dash cam footage shows Mukilteo shooting suspect arrest KING-TV August 5, 2016 October 22, 2016 October 18, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20161018230608/http://www.king5.com/news/local/dash-cam-footage-shows-arrest-of-mukilteo-shooting-suspect/287794134 dead The whole shooting lasted about 35 seconds.2017-01-12 Grief fills a courtroom as mass shooter is sentenced to life https://www.heraldnet.com/news/ivanov-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-for-mukilteo-killings/ 2024-12-13 HeraldNet.com en-US Perpetrator and victims Perpetrator Allen Christopher Ivanov (born September 14, 1996), a 19-year-old software engineer and student at the University of Washington Bothell, was identified as the suspect in the shooting. Days before the shooting, he made troubling posts on his Twitter account and also posted Instagram photos of a rifle and three bullets. He was reportedly familiar to those who attended the party. According to a LinkedIn profile, Ivanov attended Kamiak High School from 2011 to 2015, and was the founder of a company that described itself as "an open source laser tag system". About a week before the shooting, Ivanov purchased the rifle he used, and then purchased a second magazine on the day prior.http://www.king5.com/news/local/mukilteo-shooting-suspect-bought-gun-a-week-before-murders-sent-warning-text-messages/285450163 Mukilteo shooting suspect bought gun week before murders, texted warning KING-TV August 1, 2016 October 22, 2016 Ted Land Elisa Hahn October 23, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20161023133215/http://www.king5.com/news/local/mukilteo-shooting-suspect-bought-gun-a-week-before-murders-sent-warning-text-messages/285450163 dead According to court documents, right before committing the shooting, Ivanov read the rifle's manual. He also sent text messages to his friends, including one in Tennessee, alluding to his plans to commit a mass shooting a couple of days beforehand, calling himself a "future shooter".https://www.foxnews.com/us/man-texted-im-killing-everyone-at-party-documents-say Man texted, 'I'm killing everyone' at party, documents say Associated Press Fox News August 19, 2016 October 22, 2016 Police say he was motivated by the recent breakup between him and one of the victims, and his anger that his ex-girlfriend seemed to be moving along in her life. Victims The victims were identified as:http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/crime/at-least-3-dead-1-injured-in-shooting-in-mukilteo/ Hugs, tears and messages scrawled in chalk: Hundreds mourn Mukilteo victims The Seattle Times July 30, 2016 October 22, 2016 Hal Bernton Daniel BeekmanBellisle Martha http://bigstory.ap.org/article/51bcbb68232843f4be7e78c4f549e8bd/my-friends-might-be-dead-911-tapes-shooting-released 'My friends might be dead' - 911 tapes of shooting released Associated Press August 9, 2016 October 22, 2016 October 19, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20161019003433/http://bigstory.ap.org/article/51bcbb68232843f4be7e78c4f549e8bd/my-friends-might-be-dead-911-tapes-shooting-released dead Maria "Anna" Bui, 19, a University of Washington Bothell student from Everett, who was also reportedly Ivanov's ex-girlfriend.http://www.bostonherald.com/news/national/2016/07/university_of_washington_identifies_student_killed_at_party_0 University of Washington identifies student killed at party Associated Press Boston Herald July 31, 2016 October 22, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20161019000822/http://www.bostonherald.com/news/national/2016/07/university_of_washington_identifies_student_killed_at_party_0 October 19, 2016 Alt URL Jordan Michael Ebner, 19, of Lake Stevens. Jacob Michael "Jake" Long, 19, of Everett. Will Kramer, 18, a University of Washington student from Mukilteo who was seriously injured and taken to Harborview Medical Center for treatment.https://www.highbeam.com/doc/1P3-4132843191.html https://web.archive.org/web/20181027231956/https://www.highbeam.com/doc/1P3-4132843191.html usurped October 27, 2018 3 Killed in Shooting in North Seattle The New Nation Dhaka, India July 31, 2016 HighBeam Research subscription October 22, 2016http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/crime/mukilteo-shooting-suspect-charged-with-aggravated-murder-could-face-death/ Father of wounded Mukilteo 18-year-old: 'He's hurting inside and out' The Seattle Times August 2, 2016 October 22, 2016 Jessica Lee He was released from the hospital on August 15.http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/crime/survivor-of-mukilteo-shooting-released-from-hospital/ Survivor of Mukilteo shooting released from hospital The Seattle Times August 15, 2016 October 22, 2016 Legal proceedings After his arrest, police said Ivanov confessed to committing the shooting,http://www.oregonlive.com/pacific-northwest-news/index.ssf/2016/08/man_19_charged_with_3_slayings.html Man charged with murdering 3 at suburban Seattle party Associated Press Oregon Live August 2, 2016 October 22, 2016 but initially added that it was an accident, and that he had been confused that night and therefore not thinking straight.http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/suspect-initially-claimed-fatal-mukilteo-shooting-was-an-accident/ Suspect initially claimed fatal Mukilteo shooting was an accident September 3, 2016 Associated Press The Seattle Times October 22, 2016 He was held in Snohomish County Jail on suspicion of one count of aggravated first-degree murder, two counts of first-degree murder, and one count of attempted first-degree murder.http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2016/aug/1/the-latest-documents-shooter-read-gun-manual-befor/ The Latest: Lawyer for teen in killings questions gun sales Associated Press The Washington Times August 1, 2016 October 22, 2016 During a court appearance on August 1, Ivanov's lawyer questioned the ease of his client to legally purchase an AR-15 with a high-capacity magazine while he is still not legally able to drink alcohol. Ivanov was not granted bail. On the next day, he was charged with three counts of aggravated first-degree murder, one count of attempted murder, and one charge of first-degree assault. On August 22, he pleaded not guilty to all of the charges. His next court appearance was scheduled on December 19.http://www.startribune.com/man-pleads-not-guilty-to-fatal-shootings-at-house-party/390958421/ Man pleads not guilty in fatal shootings at house party Associated Press Minneapolis Star-Tribune August 22, 2016 October 22, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20161018215841/http://www.startribune.com/man-pleads-not-guilty-to-fatal-shootings-at-house-party/390958421/ October 18, 2016 dead mdy-all On that day, Ivanov pleaded guilty to the killings, reportedly before prosecutors had made a decision on whether or not to pursue a death sentence against him.http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/crime/allen-ivanov-pleads-guilty-to-3-slayings-at-mukilteo-house-party/ Allen Ivanov pleads guilty to 3 slayings at Mukilteo house party The Seattle Times December 19, 2016 May 18, 2017 On January 12, 2017, he was sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole.http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/crime/allen-ivanov-to-get-life-in-prison-for-killing-3-classmates-at-mukilteo-party/ Victims' loved ones share their pain as Mukilteo shooter Allen Ivanov is sentenced to life The Seattle Times January 12, 2017 May 18, 2017 Ivanov is currently imprisoned in the Stafford Creek Corrections Center.https://www.doc.wa.gov/information/inmate-search/default.aspx Inmate Search | Washington State Department of Corrections Reactions Mayor Jennifer Gregerson said that the Mukilteo community was "shaken to its core". Governor Jay Inslee sent his condolences to the victims' families and the survivors, praised the actions of law enforcement, and declared his support for Mukilteo during the investigation.http://www.governor.wa.gov/news-media/statement-gov-jay-inslee-regarding-morning%E2%80%99s-shooting-mukilteo Statement From Gov. Jay Inslee Regarding This Morning's Shooting In Mukilteo States News Service July 30, 2016 October 22, 2016 Jay Inslee Jay Inslee The University of Washington also released a statement in reaction to the shooting.http://www.king5.com/news/local/mukilteo-learns-names-of-young-shooting-victims/284770769 Mukilteo learning names of young shooting victims KING-TV July 31, 2016 October 22, 2016 Ted Land October 23, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20161023132834/http://www.king5.com/news/local/mukilteo-learns-names-of-young-shooting-victims/284770769 dead A total of 200 people attended a vigil at Kamiak High School on the day after the shooting. Another vigil was held at a local church, which was attended by 800 people, including Governor Inslee, who made a statement mentioning gun violence in the country.http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/800-gather-to-pray-weep-at-vigil-to-honor-mukilteo-victims/ 800 gather to pray, weep at vigil to honor Mukilteo victims The Seattle Times July 31, 2016 October 22, 2016 Mike Lindblom The flags at Mukilteo City Hall were lowered to half-mast. On August 26, people familiar with the victims gathered to organize a benefit concert for their families.Crow Nadia http://q13fox.com/2016/08/26/benefit-concert-raises-money-for-mukilteo-shooting-victims-families/ Benefit concert raises money for Mukilteo shooting victims' families Q13 Fox August 26, 2016 October 22, 2016 Following the shooting, an alliance, titled Mukilteo Strong Alliance, was formed by Mukilteo residents. Its plans were to create a permanent memorial in honor of the victims, as well as finding ways for the community to heal and move forward. Its first meeting was held on September 20 and attended by family and friends of the victims, non-profit organizations, and counselors.Rozier Alex http://www.king5.com/news/local/mukilteo-strong-alliance-launches-tuesday-night/322006048 Mukilteo Strong Alliance launches Tuesday night KING-TV September 20, 2016 October 22, 2016 October 18, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20161018232223/http://www.king5.com/news/local/mukilteo-strong-alliance-launches-tuesday-night/322006048 dead On September 7, Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson cited the shooting when he called on the Washington State Legislature to pass a state law barring the sales of assault weapons like the one used in the shooting, restricting magazines carrying over ten rounds, and requiring persons buying ammunition to undergo a background check, saying such a measure "will save lives". The parents of injured victim Will Kramer, who are supporters of a Washington-based gun control advocacy group, urged people to remember the victims of gun violence and for lawmakers to support Ferguson's proposal.http://www.bellinghamherald.com/news/state/washington/article100498012.html With Mukilteo killings in mind, state attorney general asks state to ban assault weapons September 7, 2016 The Bellingham Herald October 24, 2016 Walker Orenstein May 16, 2024 https://archive.today/20240516135206/https://www.bellinghamherald.com/news/state/washington/article100498012.html live subscriptionhttp://www.king5.com/news/local/father-of-mukilteo-shooting-victim-urges-lawmakers-to-ban-assault-weapons/332373418 Father of Mukilteo shooting victim urges lawmakers to ban assault weapons Ted Land KING-TV October 9, 2016 October 24, 2016 October 19, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20161019153522/http://www.king5.com/news/local/father-of-mukilteo-shooting-victim-urges-lawmakers-to-ban-assault-weapons/332373418 deadGroover Heidi http://www.thestranger.com/slog/2016/09/07/24543125/after-mukilteo-shooting-state-attorney-general-proposes-ban-on-assault-weapons After Mukilteo Shooting, State Attorney General Proposes Ban on Assault Weapons The Stranger September 7, 2016 October 24, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20160908181712/http://www.thestranger.com/slog/2016/09/07/24543125/after-mukilteo-shooting-state-attorney-general-proposes-ban-on-assault-weapons September 8, 2016 liveCornfield Jerry http://www.heraldnet.com/news/tired-of-waiting-ferguson-wants-ban-on-assault-weapon-sales/ Tired of waiting, Ferguson wants ban on assault weapon sales Herald Net September 21, 2016 October 24, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20160922133755/http://www.heraldnet.com/news/tired-of-waiting-ferguson-wants-ban-on-assault-weapon-sales/ September 22, 2016 live The proposal received opposition from the National Rifle Association of America. 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