Covering Crime in the Puget Sound Region

Crime Blotter

stabbing ketron island car...
Frank Sumrall

Car plunges into water after fatal stabbing on Ketron Island, suspect missing

The Pierce County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man who allegedly stabbed his girlfriend to death Sunday night.
1 year ago
A man who was found stabbed in Seattle's University District Sunday morning later died at Harborvie...
Tom Brock

Seattle police investigate deadly stabbing in University District

Police are searching for one or more suspects after a man was fatally stabbed in Seattle's University District early Sunday morning.
1 year ago
Pierce County homicide shot...
Frank Lenzi

Motorcyclist killed in high-speed crash; Pierce County deputies recover large amount of drugs

A motorcyclist was killed in a high-speed crash Thursday after colliding with an SUV, according to the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department. Deputies recovered a large quantity of drugs at the scene.
1 year ago
Rainier Beach...
Frank Sumrall

Suspect arrested after shooting at police officer in Rainier Valley

A shooting occurred in Seattle at Pritchard Beach off 55th Avenue South in the Rainier Valley.
1 year ago
body cam footage spd...
Frank Sumrall

Suspect dead after standoff with Seattle police, prompted by an officer-involved shooting

The suspect in the standoff with Seattle Police near the 3200 block of E. Madison Street in Seattle is dead, SPD confirmed.
1 year ago
Lincoln High School shooting...
Julia Dallas

Lincoln High School shooting: 16-year-old suspect arrested, firearm recovered

Gunshots reported outside Lincoln High School in Tacoma, leading to swift police action and an arrest.
1 year ago
Seattle business owner eyes gouged...
MyNorthwest Staff

‘I’m gonna gouge out your eyes’: Seattle business owner left bleeding after assault

A business owner left bleeding in Seattle highlights urgent mental health crisis. Discover the impacts on local communities.
1 year ago
Photo of a worker cleaning graffiti from a wall. (Photo: Spencer Platt, Getty Images)...
Deedee Sun, KIRO 7

Gangs still plague the Puget Sound – especially among teens

Discover how gang-related violence among teens is rising in the Puget Sound area and its impact on community safety.
1 year ago
Nintendo Switch 2...
Jonah Oaklief

$1.4 million worth of Nintendo Switch 2 consoles stolen during trip from Redmond

Authorities are investigating the theft of more than 2,800 Nintendo Switch 2 game consoles, valued at more than $1.4 million.
1 year ago
Everett graffiti and guns...
Frank Lenzi

Everett Police arrest 4 teens for gang graffiti and stolen firearms

An investigation into gang-related graffiti has led to the arrests of four teenagers in possession of guns, Everett Police said.
1 year ago
Tacoma murder suspect...
Jason Sutich

U.S. Marshals seek help finding Tacoma murder suspect tied to 2020 casino shooting

U.S. Marshals and Tacoma Police ask for public help in finding a murder suspect tied to a 2020 casino shooting.
1 year ago
bellevue pimp social media...
Frank Sumrall

Bellevue pimp sentenced to 35 years after posting crimes on social media

A Bellevue man was sentenced to 35 years in prison for multiple charges, including human trafficking and promoting prostitution, after he was caught bragging on social media about the amount of money he made from being a pimp.
1 year ago
stabbing queen anne...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Police search for suspect after Thursday morning stabbing in Queen Anne

The stabbing happened near 5th Avenue N. and Mercer Street early Thursday morning. Police are actively searching for the suspect.
1 year ago
Sea-tac custody fugitive...
Frank Sumrall

Fugitive who escaped Sea-Tac custody captured after six weeks on the run

A fugitive who's been on the run for approximately six weeks after escaping from police custody at Sea-Tac Airport was found and arrested Wednesday.
1 year ago
JBLM soldier...
Julia Dallas

Former JBLM soldier pleads guilty to trying to deliver military secrets to China

A former JBLM soldier admits to attempting to deliver military secrets to China.
1 year ago
edmonds ferry dock police chase...
Frank Sumrall

2 dead after car plunges off Edmonds ferry dock during high-speed police chase

A police chase led to a car plunging off the Edmonds ferry dock, killing at least two of the five occupants.
1 year ago
scam letters...
Julia Dallas

Former postal worker allegedly used scam letters to steal over $80K from WA charities, businesses

A man allegedly stole from WA charities using scam letters, impacting businesses and nonprofits in the region.
1 year ago
weekend protest in Seattle...
Jillian Raftery

4 arrested after weekend protest in Seattle; police say more could follow

Seattle police arrested four individuals after a weekend protest in Seattle, with potential for more arrests.
1 year ago
Richard Sherman charged with DUI...
Julia Dallas

Former Seattle Seahawks player charged with DUI following 2024 arrest

Former Seattle Seahawks player Richard Sherman was charged for alleged DUI following his 2024 arrest.
1 year ago
crime tape...
Frank Lenzi

Woman found dead in Seattle’s Bitter Lake neighborhood

Homicide detectives are investigating the death of a 31-year-old woman found in Seattle's Bitter Lake neighborhood.
1 year ago
Kent murder shooting...
Jason Sutich

Fatal drive-by shooting in Kent leaves man bleeding from his head

Kent Police are investigating a drive-by shooting on June 16 that left a man bleeding from the head in his vehicle. Details are emerging.
1 year ago
Travis Decker decker manhunt...
Luke Duecy

Helicopter search for Travis Decker resumes in Kittitas County, triple homicide case deepens

A federal helicopter scours Teanaway Valley as the triple homicide investigation deepens. Updates on the case and ongoing search efforts.
1 year ago
Lasso, chainsaw...
Frank Lenzi

VIDEO: Pierce County deputies use lasso to take man armed with chainsaw into custody

What began as a report of a man chasing his father with a chainsaw ended with deputies using a lasso to bring him under control.
1 year ago
tacoma officer-involved shooting...
Julia Dallas

Man arrested after Tacoma Amber Alert issued, child found at his house

An Amber Alert has been canceled Saturday for a 2-year-old girl who was allegedly kidnapped in Tacoma at approximately 9:10 a.m.
1 year ago