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KIRO 7 News Staff

Kent man barricades himself inside workplace, believed to have died in fire he may have set

Kent Police officers believe a domestic violence suspect is dead after he ran away from police, went into his place of work, and barricaded himself inside. A SWAT team tried to negotiate with the man for several hours on Tuesday, and a fire broke out in the building at the end of the standoff.
2 years ago
Men with 'extensive records' arrested for drugs, guns in Snohomish County (Photo Credit: Snohomish ...
Jonah Oaklief

Men with ‘extensive records’ arrested for drugs, gun in Snohomish County

Three Snohomish County men face serious charges for drug trafficking, conspiracy, and firearm offenses, as detailed in a press release.
2 years ago
Cannabis billboard vandalized...
Frank Lenzi

Prosecutors: Pot shop paid man to vandalize rival’s billboard

Prosecutors allege a Seattle cannabis shop paid a man $1,000 to damage a rival's billboard, prompting legal action.
2 years ago
courthouse - washington man...
Julia Dallas

Washington man convicted of possessing over 90,000 images of child sex abuse

A Washington man was convicted of two felonies related to his receipt and possession of images of child sexual abuse.
2 years ago
82-year-old body shed concrete...
Jonah Oaklief

82-year-old Thurston County woman missing under suspicious circumstances

The Thurston County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s help after a woman named Marcia Nortman disappeared under suspicious circumstances.
2 years ago
Pride flag lynnwood...
Luke Duecy

Man charged with hate crime after burning, spreading feces on Pride flag

A man was charged with a hate crime after King County prosecutors claimed he lit a Pride flag placed outside of a Seattle elementary school on fire, then stuffed it inside a religious statue before rubbing the statue with fecal matter.
2 years ago
lummi nation...
KIRO Newsradio staff

Previously convicted Lummi Nation member charged with allegedly shooting eagles

A Lummi Nation member faces charges for illegal firearms use and violating eagle protection laws.
2 years ago
Messiah Washington...
Frank Sumrall

Two 16-year-olds arrested for murder of 18-year-old in Tacoma apartment elevator

The Tacoma Police Department arrested two 16-year-olds April 5 in connection to the murder of an 18-year-old man in Tacoma who was shot in an apartment building elevator.
2 years ago
Seattle Shooting...
Sofia Silvia

Man suspected of attempting to kidnap 16-year-old girl in Bellevue faces $100,000 bail

A man faces charges and $100,000 bail for attempting to kidnap a 16-year-old girl in Bellevue.
2 years ago
14-year-olds burien...
Frank Sumrall

Pair of 14-year-olds arrested after pistol-whipping victim, stealing a car in Burien

King County Sheriff’s deputies arrested two 14-year-olds for an alleged carjacking that involved pistol-whipping a victim.
2 years ago
SPD crime prevention plan...
Frank Sumrall

SPD chief launches new ‘Violent Crime Prevention’ plan to boost public safety

Seattle Police Department (SPD) Chief Shon Barnes is unveiling a new strategy to "enhance public safety" throughout Seattle.
2 years ago
bellevue two people dead...
James Lynch

Bellevue Police arrest suspect in string of online marketplace robberies

Bellevue Police urge caution for online marketplace sellers after recent arrests in a series of robbery incidents.
2 years ago
skyway apartments dead...
KIRO 7 News Staff

One juvenile dead, two in critical condition after being found unresponsive at Skyway apartments

Two juveniles are reportedly in critical condition, and one is dead following an incident in a Skyway apartment complex. Major Crimes is now investigating.
2 years ago
arsonist 8 fires mount baker seattle...
Frank Sumrall

Stabbing in Seattle’s New Holly neighborhood leaves 47-year-old seriously injured

A stabbing occurred Thursday morning at an apartment complex in Seattle’s New Holly neighborhood, the Seattle Police Department confirmed.
2 years ago
A Pierce County Sheriff's Office vehicle parkland...
MyNorthwest Staff

Don’t fall for this bail bond scam in Pierce County

The Pierce County Sheriff's Office is warning residents not to fall for a new scam.
2 years ago
stolen chicken kitsap county...
Frank Sumrall

Video: Man flees from deputies with stolen chicken

A man was arrested after stealing a chicken in Kitsap County and running from pursuing deputies.
2 years ago
First Hill shooting Seattle...
Frank Sumrall

Fatal overnight shooting in Seattle’s First Hill leaves one dead

A shooting broke out early Wednesday morning in Seattle's First Hill neighborhood, with one man dead at the scene, according to responding homicide detectives with the Seattle Police Department (SPD).
2 years ago
Deebo catches suspect...
Sofia Silvia

Fast-food worker arrested in Pierce County, allegedly planned to shoot fellow employee

A fast-food employee in Pierce County was arrested after a gun was discovered in his backpack, according to the Pierce County Sheriff's Office.
2 years ago
rainier beach hookah lounge...
Jillian Raftery

It looked like he was turning his life around; now, he’s arrested for double murder in Seattle

The suspect in the double homicide shooting at a hookah bar in south Seattle has a criminal history. He said he was reformed.
2 years ago
James Lynch and Frank Lenzi

Armed robber steals master key from Spanaway letter carrier

A robber stole a master key from a letter carrier in Spanaway on Monday. He was quickly found and arrested.
2 years ago
kent crash car tree students...
Sofia Silvia

Kent man faces multiple charges after attempting to set fire in apartment with girlfriend inside

A 22-year-old Kent resident has been arrested after attempting to start an apartment fire with his girlfriend still inside.
2 years ago
Mass house party shooting pierce county...
Frank Sumrall

Pierce County teen charged with double murder after mass house party shooting

The Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office has filed charges against a 17-year-old they suspect shot and killed two people during a mass house party shooting.
2 years ago
ICE impersonating fife...
MyNorthwest Staff

Accused ICE impersonator in Fife was filming YouTube prank, per police

A 26-year-old man faces charges after allegedly impersonating ICE agents, leaving a local Ukrainian community terrified during an apparent YouTube prank.
2 years ago
prison aryan prison gang...
Sofia Silvia

Tacoma man to spend 52 months in jail for smuggling drugs to inmates who overdosed

A man received 52 months for bringing drugs into FDC-SeaTac, highlighting the ongoing issue of prison smuggling in Seattle.
2 years ago