GPS-equipped dart helps Snohomish County deputies catch suspect
Aug 22, 2025, 4:55 PM
Authorities used a GPS-equipped dart to help catch a car thief last week. (Photo courtesy of the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office)
(Photo courtesy of the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office)
A GPS-equipped dart helped Snohomish County authorities track a stolen vehicle and catch the driver last week.
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That driver fled from Marysville police, prompting officers to deploy a StarChase GPS dart to track it. These darts use a combination of magnets and adhesive to stick to vehicles, allowing police to monitor their location in real time.
The driver eventually crashed and ran away, according to a post on the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page.
A witness flagged down a deputy and pointed out the suspect, who continued to refuse commands.
The deputy then released a police dog, K9 Greg, from the patrol car. At that point, the suspect surrendered without being bitten and was booked for possession of a stolen vehicle and eluding.
Frank Lenzi is the News Director for KIRO Newsradio. Read more of his stories here.
