Two Nepali women killed in Virginia were identified by Fairfax County Police after an early-morning incident in Mantua.

Key takeaways

• Two Nepali women killed in Virginia were identified as Binda Thapa, 52, and Mamta Thapa, 33.
• Fairfax County Police say officers shot the suspect after he refused to drop a knife.
• A man suffered life-threatening injuries and remains hospitalized.
• Police found a 1-year-old child inside the home and said the child was unharmed.
• Investigators have not confirmed a motive and the case remains under review.

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Fairfax County Police have identified two Nepali women killed in Virginia after an early-morning domestic incident in Mantua, in Fairfax County. Investigators say a man inside the home suffered critical injuries, and officers later shot the suspect at the scene.

Police response

Police said officers arrived around 5 a.m. after emergency calls reported violence inside the residence. When officers entered the home, police said they saw an adult man holding a knife and attacking another adult male.

Shooting at the scene

Officers ordered the man to drop the weapon, police said. He refused. One officer then fired, and police pronounced the suspect dead at the scene.

Victims identified

Police identified the two women who died as Binda Thapa, 52, and Mamta Thapa, 33. Police also identified the suspect as Chhatra Thapa, 54.

Injured man and child

Paramedics took the injured man to hospital with life-threatening injuries. Local reports have described him as a family member, including the women’s son-in-law, although police have not publicly confirmed the exact relationships.

Police also said they found a 1-year-old child inside the home and confirmed the child was not hurt. Officers then contacted family services to help ensure the child’s care, police said.

Investigation status

Investigators have not yet explained what led up to the incident, and they have not released a motive. Fairfax County Police said they will conduct a standard review of the officer-involved shooting while detectives continue the homicide investigation.

Where to get help

Domestic violence can affect any community, including immigrant families who may feel isolated or worry about language barriers. If you or someone you know needs help in the United States, you can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline for confidential support and referrals. You can also reach out to trusted community organizations that can help connect you to local services.