Kansas City, KS – A 24-year-old man is facing serious criminal charges after allegedly stabbing his 64-year-old grandmother multiple times following a domestic dispute over household chores. The shocking incident has left the community in disbelief as authorities continue their investigation.
Arrest and Charges
Isaiah Langkiet has been charged with first-degree attempted murder, domestic battery, and violation of a protection order in connection with the death of Elvera Langkiet, according to court records. While murder charges have not yet been filed, Langkiet remains in custody at the Sedgwick County Jail with a $500,000 bond.
Incident Details
Police responded to a 911 call around 9 p.m. on August 30 at a home on the 800 block of South Fern Road. According to reports, Isaiah Langkiet himself contacted authorities, admitting he had “stabbed his grandmother.” First responders found him on the back porch and took him into custody, while Elvera Langkiet was found inside the home bleeding from the neck and upper torso.
Victim’s Statement and Hospitalization
While being transported to St. Francis Hospital, Elvera Langkiet reportedly told medics, “her grandson, Isaiah, had stabbed her,” adding that he “has demons” and that “something was wrong with him.” Doctors described her injuries as two stab wounds to the neck and one to the throat, each about four inches deep, initially labeling them as near-fatal.
Alleged Motive and Confession
Court documents reveal that earlier in the day, the two had argued over how Isaiah did his laundry. Isaiah reportedly became angry, slapping his grandmother, and later grabbed a brown-handled kitchen knife with an eight-inch blade, stabbing her multiple times. In his confession, he stated he was “tired” of her “b—ing at him.”
Family Accounts
Two days after the attack, the victim’s daughter told police that her mother had said, “That motherf—er tried to kill me.” Although Elvera had initially been expected to survive, she later refused further treatment and died on September 3. An autopsy confirmed the cause of death as complications of stab wounds, ruling the death a homicide.
Legal Proceedings
A district court judge has ordered Langkiet to undergo a competency evaluation at Community Care of Sedgwick County, with a report due within 60 days. This step will determine how the case proceeds, including potential murder charges.
Community Reaction and Next Steps
The incident has sent shockwaves through the Kansas City area, highlighting the dangers of domestic disputes escalating into violence. Authorities are continuing their investigation, and the public is urged to stay vigilant and report any concerning behavior within households.
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