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UPDATE on body found: Homicide suspect in custody

The incident from this morning has been ruled a Homicide and the suspect is in custody (see previous SPD Blotter posting).   On September 13th Homicide detectives were on scene investigating a found body in the 2000 block of 9th Avenue.  A 32-year-old male approached detectives and engaged them in conversation.  Based on… [ Keep reading ]

Man found dead in alley

On September 13th at approximately 7:06 a.m. officers responded to the 2000 block of 9th Avenue.   An employee of  a local business found a male in his 20’s face down on a loading dock who did not appear to be breathing.  This area is secured by a chain link fence.  SFD medics responded and pronounced the victim deceased at… [ Keep reading ]

7th Annual FASHION FIRST to Honor SEATTLE POLICE DEPARTMENT

Seattle, WA (August 17, 2010) – Tickets are now on sale for Seattle’s longest running independent fashion show and fundraiser, FASHION FIRST, to be held Thursday, September 16, 2010 at Showbox SODO.  The event, which provides a platform for independent retailers and local design talent, has a long-standing tradition of… [ Keep reading ]

Barricaded man in South Seattle

On 9/13/10, at approximately 1:15 a.m., the victim called 9-1-1 after she was able to flee her house in the 6200 block of 44 Av S.  Her ex-boy friend came over earlier in the night and they were discussing their relationship.  The victim stated that the suspect was getting very hostile… [ Keep reading ]

Shots fired in Belltown area

On 9/12/10,  at approximately 1:08 a.m., officers working the Belltown Safe Streets detail heard one gun shot in the area of 1st Ave/Lenora St.  As officers began to walk towards the location where the shot was fired, a witness contacted them.  This witness stated that he observed a male, wearing… [ Keep reading ]

Motorcycle fatality collision

On 09-10-10 at approximately 8:30 p.m., a motorcycle driven by a 54-year old-male was traveling southbound on the Alaskan Way viaduct.  As the motorcycle took the southbound exit to 1st Ave S, it failed to negotiate the right curve of the exit ramp. The motorcycle collided with the east side… [ Keep reading ]

Last two Precinct Picnics of the Summer

Come and bring your family and friends to the South Precinct Picnic tomorrow, at the South Precinct from 1 to 4.  Meet the neighbors and businesses surrounding the precinct and enjoy a day of celebration in the neighborhood. The West Precinct will be hosting their Picnic from 11 am to… [ Keep reading ]

Reward Offered: Seattle Animal Shelter officer finds dog with fatal gunshot wound

This information is being reposted at the request of Seattle Animal Shelter Staff.  For more regarding the Seattle Animal Shelter, check out their blog, The Scoop by clicking here. SEATTLE – The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) has offered a $2,500 reward for information leading to the identification,… [ Keep reading ]

Man arrested for DUI and Vehicular Assault

On 9-9-10, at approximately 11:36 p.m. a vehicle travelling eastbound on S. Ryan went through a red light and struck a vehicle driving northbound on ML King. The driver of Veh#1 was subsequently arrested for DUI and Vehicular Assault. The two people in the vehicle that was struck was taken… [ Keep reading ]

Man stabbed at 3rd and Pine

On 9/9/10, at approximately 6:45 p.m., officers responded to a stabbing in front of the McDonalds at 3 & Pine.  After talking to witnesses, officers learned that the victim was involved in a verbal disturbance with another male inside the smoke shop located in the 1500 block of 3 Ave.  The… [ Keep reading ]