Victims in Springfield stabbing identified as suspect’s wife and daughter

The man accused of stabbing three family members, two fatally, in Springfield over the weekend appeared in court Monday. 

Osamah Al Kherat allegedly stabbed his wife and his daughter to death, while seriously injuring his son-in-law, according to a Springfield police spokesperson. The victims’ identities have not been released yet. The surviving victim’s injuries are not considered life-threatening.

Al Kherat pleaded not guilty during his arraignment in Springfield District Court. He was ordered held without bail. He faces two charges of first degree murder, a charge of assault with intent to murder, and a charge of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, according to court documents. 

The attacks came days after another daughter of Al Kherat got married, MassLive reported. The surviving victim is reportedly his other daughter’s new husband. 

A criminal complaint that includes police reports about the incident was placed under seal after a judge allowed a motion submitted by prosecutors. The Springfield police spokesperson referred further questions about the attacks to the Hampden County District Attorney’s office. That office did not respond to a request for comment Tuesday morning.

Police responded to the 100 block of Marion Street at about 11:25 a.m. Sunday, officials said. Al Kherat’s wife and daughter were pronounced dead at the scene. Al Kherat’s son-in-law was later found by officers and transported to Baystate Medical Center with serious injuries. 

Al Kherat was arrested at the scene. Police are continuing to investigate.

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