A State Department diplomat has been accused of a fatal stabbing incident in Virginia that resulted in one death and three injuries, according to Virginia State Police.

Jared Llamado, 32, allegedly fatally stabbed Michele Adams and injured three other individuals on March 1st during what authorities are investigating as a road rage incident. The incident occurred on a Virginia highway before police intervened.

According to reports, the confrontation escalated to violence before law enforcement officers arrived at the scene. Police shot Llamado during the incident, though his current condition has not been disclosed by authorities.

Virginia State Police are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the stabbing spree. The incident has drawn attention due to Llamado's position as a State Department employee, though officials have not yet commented on his diplomatic status or employment.

The State Department has not immediately responded to requests for comment regarding Llamado's employment status or the department's response to the charges. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to determine the full sequence of events that led to the fatal encounter.