Grocery store gunman arrested after killing one, injuring another in Washington state

The suspect accused of unleashing gunfire inside a Washington state grocery store Monday, fatally striking one person and wounding another, has been arrested.

Aaron Christopher Kelly was taken into custody “without incident” Monday night on Interstate 90 between Sprague and the city of Spokane, according to a press release from Richland police. He was being held Tuesday morning in the Benton County Jail on charges of first-degree murder and first-degree attempted murder.

Kelly had been wanted in connection with a deadly shooting that unfolded inside a Fred Meyer store in Richland around 11 a.m. local time. He’s accused of killing customer Justin Krumbah, 38, and critically wounding an unidentified employee before fleeing the scene.

Officers arrived at the Fred Meyer store within minutes of the shooting and discovered one victim already dead and another person critically injured nearby.

The wounded worker was transported to the hospital for emergency surgery and was listed in critical condition.

Authorities said Krumbah spoke with Kelly just before the gunfire, though it’s not clear what they discussed. Richland Police Cmdr. Chris Lee told CNN investigators are still working to determine their relationship.

Authorities issued a warrant for the arrest of 39-year-old Kelly, who they described as “armed and dangerous” at the time.

The FBI, ATF and the state patrol are also involved in the investigation.

Fred Meyer said in a statement shared on social media said the store was “deeply saddened by the incident.”

“The entire Fred Meyer Family offers our thoughts, prayers, and support to all affected individuals and families during this difficult time, and we have initiated counseling services for our associates,” it read.

“We are cooperating with local law enforcement, and the store will remain closed while the police investigation continues.”