Shawn Deel, Abigale Sloan and Dekota Sloan Obituary, Cabell County Stabbing Update — A homicide investigation is underway after three members of the same family were killed in a stabbing at a home in the Lesage community of Cabell County, West Virginia, during the early morning hours. The Cabell County Sheriff’s Office described the incident as an isolated case of domestic violence and said there is no ongoing threat to the public.
According to investigators, emergency dispatchers received a 911 call shortly before 5:00 a.m. reporting that several people had been stabbed inside the residence. Deputies, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel responded to the scene, where they found three victims suffering from fatal stab wounds. Despite emergency efforts, all three victims were pronounced dead at the scene. A fourth individual was found injured and transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Authorities identified the three victims as 39-year-old Shawn Deel, her 18-year-old daughter, Abigale Sloan, and her 16-year-old son, Dekota Sloan. Officials confirmed that the victims were members of the same family.
The tragedy has had a profound impact on the Cabell County community. School officials confirmed that Shawn Deel was an employee of Cabell County Schools. Abigale Sloan was a recent graduate of Huntington High School, while Dekota Sloan was preparing to begin his sophomore year. Their deaths have left classmates, teachers, co-workers, friends, and neighbours mourning the devastating loss.
In response to the incident, Cabell County Schools announced that counselling and support services have been made available for students, staff, and family members affected by the tragedy. Community members have also expressed their condolences, remembering the victims for the positive impact they had on those around them.
The Cabell County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatal stabbings. Officials have not released additional information about the injured individual or the events that led to the incident, citing the ongoing investigation.
As investigators continue gathering evidence, authorities have reiterated that the incident appears to be isolated and that there is no continuing danger to the public. The community’s thoughts remain with the families, friends, classmates, co-workers, and loved ones of Shawn Deel, Abigale Sloan, and Dekota Sloan as they grieve this heartbreaking loss.
