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Crime Blotter

juveniles high-speed pursuit...
Frank Sumrall

5 juveniles, all under the age of 17, arrested after high-speed pursuit

Seattle police arrested a group of five juveniles, all males each under 16 years old, after they allegedly stole multiple cars.
3 years ago
Photo: K9 Quinn helped Shoreline officers and King County deputies conduct a major drug bust....
Julia Dallas

Major drug bust: Shoreline officers get 64 pounds of fentanyl off the streets

In a major drug bust, Shoreline officers were able to get 64.3 pounds of fentanyl and 2537,704 M30 fentanyl pills off the streets.
3 years ago
Photo: Reyna Hernandez, 54 years old....
Julia Dallas

Man charged in murder of Renton business owner whose body was found in Mexico

A man has been charged with murder regarding the death of, Renton business owner, Reyna Hernandez who went missing in February.
3 years ago
Julia Dallas

Original Pike Place Starbucks reopens after vandalism

Those visiting Pike Place over the weekend may have been met with disappointment, as the original Starbucks had to close over vandalism.
3 years ago
gig harbor skateboarder...
Frank Sumrall

Gig Harbor Police: 15-year-old skateboarder hit by car on purpose

Police are actively searching for a driver who officers claim intentionally ran over a skateboarder in Gig Harbor.
3 years ago
Image: Comcast reported cable lines being damaged due to vandalism on Friday, May 3, 2024....
Steve Coogan

Recent utility vandalism impacts residents in Kitsap, King counties

Utility vandalism has impacted residents in at least three Washington counties. The crimes have affected consumers' internet access and more.
3 years ago
Image: A Port Angeles Police Department vehicle...
Steve Coogan

Alleged Port Angeles bank robbery results in officers shooting suspect

Two Port Angeles Police Department officers shot and killed an alleged robbery suspect brandishing a gun outside a bank Friday morning.
3 years ago
Photo: Kids play a baseball game at Rainier Playfields in Seattle....
James Lynch

From baseball games to assault, safety concerns grow at Rainier Playfields

Hundreds of people gather at the Rainier Playfields to enjoy the sun, however, over the years parents have had to deal with safety issues.
3 years ago
Image: A Snohomish County Sheriff's vehicle is seen in Lynnwood in March 2024....
Steve Coogan

2 more burglary suspects accused of targeting Asian, East Indian owners arrested

Two more burglary suspects were arrested in what is believed to be a crime group targeting Asian and East Indian homeowners since 2021.
3 years ago
Photo: A person threw a steel beam off an overpass, striking a car on I-5....
Frank Sumrall

Steel beam thrown from overpass strikes SUV, WSP investigating

Metal debris was thrown from an overpass onto I-5 around 7 a.m. April 30, striking an SUV in the process. WSP is seeking witnesses.
3 years ago
Photo: Former Bothell city council member James McNeal has been arrested on investigation of homici...
Kate Stone

Ex-Bothell City Council member charged with South Seattle homicide

Seattle Police Department officers are investigating a possible homicide in the Brighton neighborhood Tuesday afternoon.
3 years ago
vashon island labor trafficking...
Frank Sumrall

Owner of Vashon Island landscaping company sentenced for labor, human trafficking

A Vashon Island resident was sentenced to 20 years in prison for 21 federal felonies related to human and labor trafficking.
3 years ago
Photo: A Seattle fish business is restocking after thieves stole at least 100 pounds of smoked salm...
Sam Campbell

‘Our smoked salmon is just that good:’ Thieves steal 100 pounds of Seattle fish

Thieves made off with thousands of dollars and over 100 pounds of smoked salmon from a Central District fish market on Sunday.
3 years ago
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell election...
Frank Sumrall

Report: Seattle mayor hires firm to probe SPD sexual harassment, discrimination claims

Four women working for the Seattle Police Department (SPD) have accused its leadership of sexual harassment and discrimination.
3 years ago
road rage shooting...
Julia Dallas

WSP investigating 17 road rage shootings after Federal Way incident

WSP said it's now investigating 17 road rage shootings. Trooper Rick Johnson told KIRO 7 that drivers need to be vigilant but cautious.
3 years ago
steering wheel lock...
Micki Gamez

Bellevue Police handing out steering wheel locks to curb uptick in stolen cars

Bellevue Police is cracking down on car theft as it gives away more than a thousand steering wheel locks to prevent an uptick in stolen cars.
3 years ago
missing indigenous woman...
Frank Sumrall

Washington State Patrol searching for missing Indigenous woman

The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is searching for a missing Indigenous woman named Amanda Pakootas.
3 years ago
double alcohol limit...
Frank Sumrall

Four teens, between 14 and 17 years old, arrested for armed car-jacking

Four teens suspected of car-jacking a black BMW X5 while armed in Bellevue are now in police custody.
3 years ago
officer-involved shooting bodycam...
Frank Sumrall

SPD releases bodycam footage of April 17 officer-involved shooting

SPD released bodycam video footage of an officer-involved shooting that led to the death of a suspect in Tukwila on April 17.
3 years ago
beloved resident white center...
James Lynch

King County deputies searching for suspected hit-and-run jeep

King County deputies are looking for a jeep believed to be connected to a hit-and-run that happened in White Center.
3 years ago
amber alert tri-cities...
Frank Sumrall

Tri-Cities man shoots himself in the head after allegedly killing 2, kidnapping child

Oregon State Patrol has found a Tri-Cities man accused of abducting a one-year-old boy after allegedly killing two people Monday night.
3 years ago
tacoma high school stabbing...
Julia Dallas

Police make arrest in shooting of Tacoma boxing legend following nationwide manhunt

Police have arrested a 27-year-old man in connection with the shooting of a Tacoma boxing legend after a nationwide search.
3 years ago
Photo: A utility box was damaged after a person recklessly drove through an Auburn park....
James Lynch

Teen driver arrested after allegedly tearing through crowded Auburn park, hitting woman

An Auburn park was crowded with people last Saturday when an 18-year-old driver jumped the curb and sped through.
3 years ago
muckleshoot casino stabbing...
Frank Sumrall

Man admits to stabbing, killing stranger who was playing craps at Muckleshoot Casino

The Auburn Police Department is investigating a stabbing at the Muckleshoot Casino Resort early Sunday morning that has been reported as "completely random."
3 years ago