During a news conference on Monday, I told journalists I would be releasing text messages and Microsoft Teams messages regarding the tragic violence at the Bite of Seattle event on July 26. I need to delay the release of any records. We must ensure accuracy and ensure investigative leads are… [ Keep reading ]
#2026-268128/North Precinct/Third Watch/U2 Store security in the 4700 block of Brooklyn AV NE called 911 to report a suspect that had shoplifted, then pulled a knife on security when he was contacted for shoplifting. The suspect fled the scene southbound on Brooklyn AV NE and was not located. #2026-268579/West Precinct/First… [ Keep reading ]
#2026-267126/North Precinct/Third Watch/N2 Around 1:00 a.m. officers responded to reports of shots fired in the 11600 block of Aurora Ave N. Officers located 8 pistol shell casings in the driveway of a nearby business. Employees of that business reported seeing what they believed to be a man firing a handgun… [ Keep reading ]
#2026-266124/East Precinct/Third Watch/E2 On 09/07/2026 at 11:23 p.m., officers patrolling the 1000 block of East Pike St contacted a vehicle with a fraudulent trip permit displayed. The driver of the vehicle returned to the car and spoke with officers, admitting to forging the permit. He was placed under arrest and… [ Keep reading ]
#2026-263705/Southwest Precinct/Second Watch/F1 At 1537 hours, officers responded to reported finding evidence in a bike lane in West Seattle. Officers arrived and located shell casings. No associated victims, shots fired calls, and/or property damaged were located/reported. No additional information was available. GVRU notified. #2026-263860/Southwest Precinct/Second Watch/F1 At 1800 hours, several… [ Keep reading ]
#2026-262413/Southwest Precinct/Second Watch/W2 At 1411 hours, officers responded to an assault call in the 5000 block of Fauntleroy WY SW. It was determined that no crime had been committed but one of the parties was extremely intoxicated. That subject went towards his car and officers initially stopped him. He stated… [ Keep reading ]
#2026-260774/East Precinct/First Watch/C1 At 0640 hours, officers responded to a report of a trespassing male experiencing a mental health crisis. Multiple officers were assaulted upon contacting the suspect. The suspect was taken into custody. The suspect received treatment at HMC prior to being booked. Two officers were treated at HMC… [ Keep reading ]
#2026-259535/Southwest Precinct/First Watch/F2 At 430 hours, officers responded to the area of SW Cloverdale and 18 Av of a shooting. Officers arrived on the scene evidence on SW Cloverdale St/18 Av Sw. Officers thoroughly checked the area for victims and/or property damage, but none were located. No suspect description given… [ Keep reading ]
#2026-259186/Southwest Precinct/Second Watch/W1 At 1844 hours, dispatch broadcast a burglary in progress in the 3000 block of 63 AV SW. The caller stated their neighbor was armed with a knife and trying to get into their front door. Officers arrived in the area. It was updated that the suspect was… [ Keep reading ]
#2026-257370/West Precinct/Third Watch/K1 Around 3:00 a.m. officers responded to a report of a man firing a gun into the air after a fist fight in the 800 block of Alaskan Way. A single fired cartridge casing was collected. #2026-257018/West Precinct/Second Watch/Q3 Officers were dispatched to a man waving a knife…. [ Keep reading ]