Event Brief
Suspect Benjamin Parker found dead after 5 deaths
By The BriefBrief · Sources (9)
Filed: Aug 24, 2026 at 12:02 PM ET
Summary: Benjamin Charles Parker, 36, suspected in the deaths of five people found at a rural home near Forest Grove, Oregon, was found dead inside a vehicle in Enumclaw, Washington, authorities said. Officials said it was believed he died by suicide after officers located his vehicle.
WHO: Benjamin Charles Parker; Washington County Sheriff’s Office; Enumclaw Police Department
WHAT: Police located Parker’s vehicle in Enumclaw and found him deceased, believed to be suicide, after five victims were discovered dead near Forest Grove, Oregon.
WHEN: Aug 23, 2026
WHERE: Enumclaw, Washington, USA
WHY: Officers located Parker’s vehicle after investigators believed he was in Enumclaw in connection with the Forest Grove investigation.
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