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National Drug Take Back Day this Saturday, April 29th

This weekend, the Seattle Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) are hosting the 13th semi-annual event to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft by disposing of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted drugs. This Saturday, April 29th, the city’s five precincts will serve as drop-off locations between 10 AM and 2 PM for any… [ Keep reading ]

(Update) Bellevue Man Arrested For Attacks on Three Women in Seattle

Update 5/3: Detectives arrested a 33-year-old Bellevue man Tuesday for a series of attacks on women in Seattle on March 7th, April 17th and April 19th. Police identified the suspect after following up on a lead about a Chevrolet Cruz, which was spotted fleeing the scene of the April 19th incident…. [ Keep reading ]

Police Release Records Regarding June 24, 2016 Call for Service at Mayor Murray’s Home

UPDATE May 15, 2017 In light of the public interest surrounding a June 24, 2016 police response to Mayor Ed Murray’s home, the Seattle Police Department is releasing all related records today, including dispatch records, in-car computer records, and dashcam video. On behalf of those who have publicly expressed concerns… [ Keep reading ]

Vehicle/Car Collision in North Seattle Causes Significant Traffic Delays on Interstate 5

At approximately 8:20 am Saturday, Seattle Police began receiving 911 calls of an explosion possibly involving a transformer in North Seattle. Additional callers stated that there was a collision involving a vehicle and a power pole at NE 125th and 5th Avenue NE, and that several homes were now without… [ Keep reading ]

(UPDATED) Three Officers Wounded In Exchange of Gunfire With Robbery Suspect

Update 4/28: The police officer previously reported to be in serious-but-stable condition has been discharged from the hospital. His recovery continues. Update 4/21: Investigators have released evidence, including in-car video and evidence photos showing the firearm used by the deceased suspect, as well as the damaged ballistic vest worn by one of… [ Keep reading ]

Officer Performs CPR on Man Overdosing, Saves Life

Just before 2:00 am Thursday morning officers responded to a report of a man overdosing in an abandoned house in  the 1000 block of E. Republican Street.  Officer Do located a woman inside the house, calling for medics and screaming that someone was dying.  Officer Do entered the house and located an… [ Keep reading ]

Suspect Sought in Westlake Shooting Now in Custody

After an exhaustive investigation and search, the suspect wanted in connection with the November 9th, 2016 shooting in Westlake that injured five individuals is now in custody. Detectives arrested the 19-year-old suspect on an outstanding million dollar assault warrant just after 7 PM Tuesday evening. Detectives booked the suspect into the… [ Keep reading ]

Motorcycle/Vehicle Injury Collision in South Seattle

Detectives from the Traffic Collision Investigation Squad (TCIS) are investigating a collision that involved a motorcycle and BMW SUV last night in the Rainier View neighborhood.  The motorcyclist was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. On Tuesday at about 6:40 pm, a BMW X5 was travelling eastbound on S…. [ Keep reading ]

Seattle University Issues Report on SPD Micro-Community Policing Plans

Seattle University completed its two-year implementation evaluation of SPD’s Micro-Community Policing Plans (MCPP). Overall, the report highlights improved measures of perceived safety and police legitimacy compared to 2015, with all major metrics maintaining positive levels or significantly improving. The report summarizes research findings composed of participant observation, community focus groups, and… [ Keep reading ]

UPDATE: Man Shot On Capitol Hill to Be Booked Following Release From Hospital

The man wounded in this morning’s shooting will be booked into the King County Jail for Investigation of Harassment upon his release from the hospital. Detectives have determined the man and the woman involved in this morning’s incident had previously been in a relationship. The woman told police she had… [ Keep reading ]