On January 12, 2017, 53-year-old Clint Darrow was found dead in the Port Angeles, Washington, home he shared with his son. An autopsy determined Clint died of multiple gunshot wounds. His 27-year-old son, Shay Clinton Darrow, called authorities to report the homicide and was arrested shortly afterward in a nearby parking lot.

Investigators reported that Shay had been diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and had stopped taking his medication in the period before the shooting. During questioning he admitted to shooting his father, said he had been contemplating the act for days, and reportedly fired numerous rounds from a .45-caliber semi-automatic pistol, even retrieving more ammunition to continue the assault. Charges were upgraded from second-degree murder to first-degree premeditated murder with a domestic violence firearm enhancement.

A competency evaluation found Shay capable of understanding the charges and assisting in his defense. His attorney entered a not guilty by reason of insanity plea, and in October 2019 a judge found him not guilty of murder by reason of insanity and ordered commitment to a state psychiatric hospital until he is no longer considered dangerous. Family members described Clint as a beloved father, son, and local business owner. Does anyone have information about Clint’s life in Port Angeles or knew the Darrow family?