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Tweetalong Tuesday

Ever wanted to go on a police ride along but never had the time? Curious as to what a day in the life of a Seattle Police patrol officer looks like?  Now you can – virtually. Join us tomorrow for Tweetalong Tuesday.  Follow North Precinct patrol officer Audi Acuesta as he goes about a… [ Keep reading ]

Statement from DHS Secretary Napolitano

STATEMENT BY SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY JANET NAPOLITANO URGING PUBLIC VIGILANCE “As we head into the 9/11 anniversary weekend, we continue to urge the American public to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement authorities. Simply put, if you see something, say something.  We take all threat… [ Keep reading ]

SPD wins grant to support rescue efforts of sexually exploited children

Today the federal Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) announced that it will fund Seattle Police Department’s grant proposal titled Operational Strategies to Protect and Rescue Exploited Children (OSPREY).  The commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC) has been a top priority for SPD.  Last year alone 81 victims were… [ Keep reading ]

Police, youth and…dodgeball?

On Saturday August 27th, Seattle Parks and Recreation staff and Seattle Police Community Outreach officers conducted a Donut Dialogue/Role Reversal Workshop at the Southwest Teen Life Center.  Instead of the traditional sit down format, the officers and youth played two games of dodgeball to launch the festitivites (the youth beat the officers,… [ Keep reading ]

Message to the community

MESSAGE TO THE COMMUNITY FROM POLICE CHIEF JOHN DIAZ This has been a difficult year for the men and women of our department and the Seattle community.  As the anniversary of the death of John T. Williams approaches, I wanted to communicate directly to those we serve what the Seattle… [ Keep reading ]

EastPAC seeks new members, next meeting 9/22

Dear East Precinct Neighbors and Friends: Please mark your calendars for our next East Precinct Advisory Council (formerly EPCPC) on Thursday, September 22nd, 6 PM.  Recently, the Board of Directors for EPCPC voted unanimously to become The East Precinct Advisory Council (EastPAC).  We have spent the better part of the summer focusing on… [ Keep reading ]

Got a question for the Mayor?

Then ask him! Tune in tonight during Ask The Mayor, live 7-8 p.m. on Cable Channel 21 or www.seattlechannel.org Call:206-684-8821 Email: askthemayor@seattle.gov Twitter: @SeattleChannel

Train/Pedestrian fatality collision, suspicious circumstances

On 8/18 at around 9:04 a.m., Seattle Police North Precinct patrol officers responded to a report of a train/pedestrian fatality collision on the train tracks near Carkeek Park.  The pedestrian is believed to be female.  A suspicious device was discovered near the body.  Out of an abundance of caution, Seattle Police… [ Keep reading ]

Cops & Doughnuts

Vistit the 5th Avenue Top Pot store for a free doughnut tomorrow, in memory of Officer Lito Barber.  Details on the flyer below.

Update to First Hill double homicide investigation

Seattle Police Homicide detectives have approved the release of some additional details regarding yesterday’s double homicide investigation. The three people in the apartment were a family, with the small child being the adopted son of the male couple.  The deceased included a 29 year old male and a 2 year… [ Keep reading ]