Covering Crime in the Puget Sound Region

Crime Blotter

WA millionaire's income tax proposal wealth exodus repeal...
Julia Dallas

Bellevue tax preparer who built business catering to tech workers convicted of falsifying returns

A Bellevue tax preparer falsified tax returns, impacting local tech workers.
5 months ago
laser pointer pierce county...
James Lynch

Woman allegedly shines laser at state patrol airplane, tries to fake medical emergency to avoid arrest

A Parkland woman faces felony charges for reportedly pointing a laser at a Washington State Patrol (WSP) airplane.
5 months ago
rainier beach shooting parents charged gun crimes...
Manda Factor

Can parents be charged when their kids commit gun crimes in WA? King County Prosecutors explain

According to King County prosecutors, holding parents criminally accountable when their children commit gun crimes is extremely difficult under current Washington state law
5 months ago
2 swat capitol hill seattle...
Julia Dallas

Man in custody after allegedly threatening people, barricading himself in Capitol Hill apartment

A man barricaded himself after allegedly threatening residents, leading to SWAT intervention in Seattle's Capitol Hill.
5 months ago
tacoma homicide arrest...
James Lynch

Woman killed, another injured after shooting at Tacoma house party

A tragic shooting at a house party in South Tacoma resulted in one woman dead and another injured.
5 months ago
Seattle Police SPD SDOT homeless attack...
Frank Sumrall

Three men hospitalized after violent robbery at West Seattle encampment

The robbery happened Sunday at approximately 1 p.m. at a tent encampment inside Rotary Viewpoint Park, near 35th Avenue S.W. and S.W. Alaska Street.
5 months ago
oak harbor armed dangerous...
Frank Sumrall

Armed and dangerous man wanted in Oak Harbor after domestic violence assault

The Oak Harbor Police Department is searching for an "armed and dangerous" man who is currently wanted on multiple violent felony and misdemeanor charges.
5 months ago
Pierce County freeway abandoned...
Aaron Granillo

Burien man arrested after troopers reportedly catch him speeding at 130 mph

A high-speed chase on I-5 culminated in a crash and arrest of a Burien man, raising concerns about reckless driving.
6 months ago
Bryan Kohberger...
MyNorthwest Staff

CCTV footage shows WA DOL worker mention Idaho murders to Bryan Kohberger days after killings

New footage reveals Bryan Kohberger's comments on Idaho murders to DOL worker just days after the tragic events.
6 months ago
Tiger Woods...

Tiger Woods arrested at crash scene on suspicion of DUI, sheriff says

Authorities report Tiger Woods showed impairment at the crash scene, striking another vehicle and rolling his Land Rover.
6 months ago
Seattle light rail push...
Luke Duecy

‘Maybe that was my twin that I don’t have’: Man once deemed mentally unfit now accused of attempted Seattle light rail push

A 26-year-old man faces accusations of an attempted Seattle light rail push, raising serious questions about mental fitness and safety.
6 months ago
double murder mason county manhunt neighbor...
Jack Bilyeu, KIRO 7 News

Neighbor describes double murder scene that sparked Mason County manhunt

A Mason County neighbor is speaking out after finding himself at the center of a shocking crime scene that prompted a 24-hour manhunt.
6 months ago
animal cruelty oak harbor cats...
Frank Sumrall

Oak Harbor man arrested for animal cruelty after bringing two dead cats to vet clinic

An Oak Harbor resident has been accused of animal cruelty after a veterinary clinic reported that two of his cats died under "suspicious circumstances."
6 months ago
Skykomish superintendent teacher...
Luke Duecy

Skykomish superintendent placed on leave after teacher charged with raping student

The superintendent of the Skykomish School District has been placed on leave following the arrest of a teacher on child rape charges.
6 months ago
Tacoma man arrested...
James Lynch

Tacoma man arrested after alleged drive-by shooting on his own family with child in car

A Tacoma man faces charges after a drive-by shooting incident involving his own family in Pierce County.
6 months ago
theft arlington comp fraud L&I...
Frank Sumrall

Arlington man charged with theft in $80K workers’ comp fraud case

An Arlington resident is facing a charge of first-degree theft after Washington L&I conducted a workers’ compensation fraud investigation.
6 months ago
double homicide mason county robert t. child...
Frank Sumrall

Mason County deputies capture armed suspect connected to double homicide

A man wanted in connection with a double homicide investigation is now in custody, according to the Mason County Sheriff's Office.
6 months ago
Pierce County drug bust...
James Lynch

‘A major victory for our community’: Pierce County deputies take down massive drug ring

PCSO's Special Investigations Unit successfully dismantles a large drug operation following an extensive undercover investigation.
6 months ago
tacoma high school stabbing...
Jason Sutich

Suspect arrested for allegedly shooting teen after water balloon prank in Tacoma

A suspect was arrested in Tacoma for a shooting linked to a water balloon prank involving juveniles earlier this year.
6 months ago
A large police response spotted on SR 599 offramp in Tukwila. (Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)...
James Lynch

2 armed robbery suspects caught after chase ends in crash in Tukwila

A significant police presence was reported at SR 599 off-ramp after two armed robbery suspects crashed on I-5 in Tukwila.
6 months ago
Everett homicide arrest...
Jason Sutich

Another arrest made in 2022 Everett homicide of mother shot in bed next to 7-year-old

A fourth suspect was arrested on Tuesday for the 2022 home invasion homicide that resulted in the death of 36-year-old Irah Sok.
6 months ago
Seattle police SPD...
James Lynch

Seattle Police investigate homicide after man found dead with puncture wounds in Capitol Hill

Seattle Police Department detectives are investigating a homicide in Capitol Hill after finding a man with mulitple puncture wounds Thursday morning.
6 months ago
king county assessor john arthur wilson restraining order...
Frank Sumrall

King County Assessor charged with violating restraining order against ex-fiancée

The Seattle City Attorney's office filed criminal charges this week against King County Assessor John Wilson.
6 months ago
FBI AI sexual exploit scam...
BROOKE GRIFFIN, KIRO 7

FBI warning about AI-based sexual exploitation scams

FBI agents say they are seeing a massive uptick in cyber criminals using artificial intelligence to sexually exploit children in online situations.
6 months ago