Covering Crime in the Puget Sound Region

Crime Blotter

Macklemore burglary arrested...
Jason Sutich

Macklemore home invasion suspect arrested—championship rings, Rolexes recovered

A 29-year-old man linked to the violent robbery of Macklemore's home has been arrested, with stolen championship rings recovered.
1 year ago
kittitas county scam...
Frank Sumrall

Scam claiming a loved one was kidnapped spreading around Kittitas County

The Kittitas County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public of a phone scam targeting Hispanic residents.
1 year ago
Seattle break in west precinct...
Jason Sutich

Study: Seattle ranks 4th worst in nation for total crime, nearly triple national average

A new FBI report reveals Seattle's crime nearly triples the national average, raising concerns for residents and policymakers alike.
1 year ago
Seattle hiring police grant...
Julia Dallas

‘Clearly an error’: SPD detective addresses Kent jail releasing convicted serial rapist

Seattle Police re-arrested a convicted rapist released from Kent jail.
1 year ago
football player killed...
MyNorthwest Staff

Man dies after SuicideBoys concert at White River Amphitheater

An incident occurred at the SuicideBoys concert, leading to a man's death at the White River Amphitheater on Wednesday night.
1 year ago
missing 14-year-old seattle...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle police investigate shooting, 1 injured

The Seattle Police Department is conducting an investigation into a shooting that left one person injured.
1 year ago
Bellevue officer-involved shooting...
Jason Sutich

17-year-old arrested for kidnapping minor in Bellevue, dumping victim in Kent

A 17-year-old male is arrested for a May kidnapping and robbery in Bellevue, according to the Bellevue Police Department.
1 year ago
Everett homicide arrest...
Frank Sumrall

Man and woman found dead in Woodinville home, sheriff’s office investigating

Two people were found dead within a Woodinville home Wednesday morning, prompting an investigation by the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office.
1 year ago
wsp operation battle ground...
Jason Sutich

WA’s ‘Operation Battle Ground’ arrests 12 suspects for child exploitation

Multi-agency operation apprehends 12 suspects involved in the sexual exploitation of children in Battle Ground, WA.
1 year ago
wsp dui...
Julia Dallas

Woman caught driving 103 mph near Bremerton, arrested for alleged DUI

A woman was arrested in East Bremerton for allegedly driving over 100 mph and suspected DUI during a noon traffic stop.
1 year ago
Parks Tacoma harassment family...
Jason Sutich

‘I’m going to smoke you’: Parks Tacoma employee faces felony harassment for threatening family

A Parks Tacoma maintenance worker faces felony charges for alleged threats made to a family at Titlow Park.
1 year ago
Pierce County freeway abandoned...
Jason Sutich

Father abandons child on Pierce County freeway for being ‘loud and disruptive’

A 34-year-old man faces felony charges after leaving his 4-year-old daughter on a freeway for being disruptive.
1 year ago
lakewood 2-month-old son prison...
Frank Sumrall

Police: Customer tried to pull ‘bikini barista’ through drive-thru window in Lakewood

A customer attempted to pull a "bikini barista" through a drive-thru window in Lakewood.
1 year ago
minneapolis school shooting minnesota...
STEVE KARNOWSKI, The Associated Press

Minneapolis police: Shooting at Catholic school has left 3 dead, including shooter, and 17 injured

A gunman opened fire with a rifle through the windows of a Catholic church and struck a group of children celebrating Mass during the first week of school, killing two and wounding 17 in an act of violence the police chief called “absolutely incomprehensible.”
1 year ago
wisconsin missing kayaker...
SCOTT BAUER, The Associated Press

Wisconsin missing kayaker who faked his own death is sentenced to 89 days in jail

A Wisconsin man who faked his own drowning while kayaking and left his wife and three children to meet a woman in the country of Georgia was convicted Tuesday of obstructing an officer and sentenced to 89 days in jail.
1 year ago
issaquah domestic violence...
Frank Sumrall

Issaquah police contain area, arrest suspect wanted for domestic violence

A suspect wanted for multiple felony charges, including domestic violence assault and violating a no-contact order, was arrested in Issaquah earlier this week.
1 year ago
seattle fentanyl cocaine prison...
Jason Sutich

Operator of drug ring ‘stash house’ in SeaTac receives 3 years prison sentence

A 22-year-old man receives a three-year sentence for running a drug stash house in SeaTac, with 80kg of drugs seized.
1 year ago
kitsap county...
Heather Bosch

Kitsap County deputy rescues dog from hot car

A heroic Kitsap County deputy saved a dog left in a hot car amid extreme heat, highlighting the dangers of leaving pets unattended.
1 year ago
Travis Decker (1)...
Luke Duecy

Can Travis Decker face the death penalty? Here’s what the law says

Explore the legal implications for Travis Decker in this case of alleged murder and the potential for the death penalty.
1 year ago
west seattle shot...
Frank Sumrall

47-year-old man shot in Seattle’s Belltown, suspect still at large

A 47-year-old man was shot in Belltown Monday evening, the Seattle Police Department (SPD) confirmed.
1 year ago
cartel investigation western washington...
Julia Dallas

Over a dozen indicted in western Washington cartel-linked drug ring bust

Law enforcement dismantles cartel-connected drug trafficking ring in western Washington, indicting 15 individuals involved.
1 year ago
Edmonds DUI crash...
Jason Sutich

Edmonds police investigate suspected DUI after SUV collides with telephone pole

Female driver arrested for suspected DUI after colliding with a telephone pole, according to the Edmonds Police Department.
1 year ago
Travis Decker (3)...
Luke Duecy

Authorities conduct grid search, prepare for years-long investigation to find Travis Decker

Sheriff reveals new details on Travis Decker's case and a potential lead from Canada, enhancing the investigation's focus.
1 year ago
Tukwila stolen car chase...
Jason Sutich

Police chase stolen car that ends up flipped near Tukwila gas station

A police pursuit of a stolen vehicle concludes with the car overturned near a Tukwila gas station early this morning.
1 year ago