#2024-037107/West Precinct/Third Watch:
At 1940 hours, officers while conducting proactive patrol operations, CRG officers witnessed the suspect light his parked vehicle on fire and attempt to flee on foot. Officers were able to quickly arrest the suspect without incident. SFD responded to the vehicle fire, which was a total loss, and ABS responded to take over the investigation. The suspect was later booked into KCJ for Arson 2nd Degree.
#2024-037138/South Precinct/Third Watch:
At 2031 hours, officers were dispatched to an assault call near the Rainier Playfields. Officers arrived and established probable cause to arrest the suspect for assault. The suspect was arrested without incident. Witnesses on scene reported that the suspect made comments about their immigration status during the incident. The suspect was transported to the hospital and subsequently released from custody due to significant injuries from the incident. The incident was screened, and the bias crime coordinator was notified.