Covering Crime in the Puget Sound Region

Crime Blotter

Seattle crime downtown...
MyNorthwest Staff

Violent crime plummets 36% in downtown Seattle, lowest since 2017

Discover how Seattle's downtown is experiencing reduced crime and economic recovery, benefiting residents and visitors.
7 days ago
Seattle assault...
Jason Sutich

Woman bites officer, punches firefighter during Seattle arrest

A 51-year-old woman faces charges after biting an officer and attacking a firefighter during her arrest in Seattle's Central District.
7 days ago
WA counterfeit bills Redmond...
Jason Sutich

Counterfeit $100 bills used in theft scheme across WA counties, 2 arrested

Two arrested for using fake $100 bills to steal thousands in merchandise across multiple counties in Washington.
7 days ago
Gig Harbor egg teens...
Jason Sutich

3 teens arrested after egging police cruiser, crashing into Gig Harbor chicken coop

Three teens in Gig Harbor arrested after egging vehicles and crashing into a chicken coop, causing significant damage.
7 days ago
Renton pawn shop sledgehammer robbery...
Jason Sutich

Renton man arrested for sledgehammer robberies at two pawn shops, $350K stolen

A 29-year-old was arrested in Renton for using a sledgehammer in two robberies, stealing over $350K in merchandise.
8 days ago
Everett call center scam...
MyNorthwest Staff

Morton city clerk who admitted to embezzling nearly $1M will not go to prison

A former Morton city official confessed to embezzling funds, stealing almost $1 million from Tacoma over nine years.
8 days ago
medics...
Frank Lenzi

String of intentionally set fires in South Seattle under investigation

Authorities probe intentionally set fires in South Seattle's Central District, Mount Baker, and Rainier Beach neighborhoods.
8 days ago
UW seattle gun shaped lighter...
Jason Sutich

Man with gun-shaped lighter triggers campus alert at UW Seattle

Reports of a man brandishing a firearm on the University of Washington's (UW) Seattle campus prompted an immediate police response on Thursday.
8 days ago
Kitsap ferry vandalism...
Jason Sutich

Pioneer Square stabbing: Suspect arrested for attacking man who refused drug request

A 39-year-old suspect was arrested for stabbing a man who declined a drug request in Pioneer Square on Wednesday.
8 days ago
Portland head coach gambling...
Associated Press

Trail Blazers’ head coach Chauncey Billups charged in sports betting, Mafia-backed poker schemes

Portland Trail Blazers' coach Chauncey Billups faces arrest linked to federal gambling investigation alongside Miami Heat's Terry Rozier.
9 days ago
North Seattle fatal hit-and-run...
Jason Sutich

Pedestrian killed in Ballard hit-and-run, suspect at large

A 56-year-old pedestrian was killed in a North Seattle hit-and-run. Seattle Police are investigating the incident and seek the suspect.
9 days ago
Seattle drug trafficker...
Jason Sutich

SWAT arrests drug dealer with nearly 180 grams of fentanyl near Seattle high school

Seattle police apprehend a 51-year-old trafficker with 180 grams of fentanyl, ensuring community safety near local schools.
9 days ago
pierce county major...
Luke Duecy

Pierce County Sheriff’s Office major charged in connection with DUI, crash involving family

Discover the latest updates on Pierce County Sheriff’s Office Maj. Chadwick Dickerson's alleged DUI arrest and its implications.
9 days ago
Auburn Halloween vandalism...
Jason Sutich

Teens caught on camera destroying Halloween decorations across Auburn

A group of teens targeted homeowners' Halloween displays in Auburn, causing damage late Sunday into early Monday morning.
9 days ago
pioneer square...
Jonah Oaklief

Mother’s bail set at $5M after telling police she ‘sacrificed’ autistic son

A North Seattle mother faces charges after the tragic death of her 4-year-old son, with a bond set at $5 million.
9 days ago
seven children clallam county kidnapping...
James Lynch

Couple accused of stabbing, carjacking DoorDash driver appear in court

Seven children, ranging in age from 6 months to 9 years old, were found safe by the Clallam County Sheriff’s Office after they were allegedly kidnapped. 
9 days ago
East Bremerton drug warrant....
Frank Lenzi

SWAT team serves drug warrant at East Bremerton home

A SWAT team responded to a home in East Bremerton to serve a narcotics-related search warrant Wednesday morning, authorities said.
9 days ago
Clallam County rollover crash US 101...
MyNorthwest Staff

Unbuckled driver dies after failing to yield on US 101, 2 others hospitalized

A two-vehicle rollover crash killed at least one person Tuesday afternoon on U.S. Highway 101 near Pierce Road, according to the Washington State Patrol.
9 days ago
South Seattle pepper spray shoplifter...
Jason Sutich

Bystanders aid officers in arrest of pepper-spraying shoplifter in South Seattle

A 46-year-old man was caught after a grocery store robbery, thanks to the bravery of bystanders in South Seattle.
10 days ago
south hill rapist...
Julia Dallas

‘South Hill rapist’ moved back to Federal Way, near elementary school

The South Hill rapist's return to Federal Way raises community safety concerns, especially with a school nearby.
10 days ago
fall city murders 2...
KIRO 7 News Staff

1 year later: Fall City teen accused of murdering his family. What happens next?

One year later, explore the implications of the Fall City teen's murder charge and what lies ahead for the community and legal system.
10 days ago
Bothell DUI crash work zone...
Jason Sutich

Suspected DUI driver crashes into construction zone on I-405 in Bothell

A suspected DUI driver was arrested after a crash in a construction zone on northbound 405 early Tuesday morning.
10 days ago
Pierce County dog abuse...
Jason Sutich

Pierce County seizes dog from owner after abuse caught on Ring Camera

A man in Pierce County is facing legal action after his dog was seized following abuse filmed on a Ring Camera.
11 days ago
South Seattle gunshot to head...
Jason Sutich

Man dies after being shot in head in South Seattle

A man is dead from a gunshot wound to the head in South Seattle; SPD is investigating the incident.
11 days ago