November 5, 2025 Pullman – The Washington State Patrol (WSP) will be conducting emphasis patrols starting November 20th and running through November 30th as Washington State University (WSU) students travel across the state for the Thanksgiving holiday break. District 4 troopers in Spokane, Whitman and Adams counties and District 6 troopers in Grant and Kittitas counties…
November 3, 2025 Auburn, WA – Leaders from across the United States addressing Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) issues will gather in Auburn, Washington later this week to discuss current trends, challenges, and response strategies. Hosted by the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe at their Resort and Community Center facilities, this will be the second national gathering of…
October 30, 2025 “Earlier today, Washington State Patrol Trooper Dean Atkinson’s attacker was found guilty and received a prison sentence of more than 25 years for his horrible actions. I appreciate the work of the court and the jury in this case and am relieved that such a dangerous individual was fairly and appropriately sanctioned. Also,…
October 30, 2025 Clark County, Wash. – On the evening of Sunday, October 26, 2025, at approximately 9:58 p.m., a pedestrian was struck by multiple vehicles on the southbound I-205 off-ramp to Mill Plain. Several vehicles were observed in the area at the time of the collision and may have further information
regarding the incident. If anyone has…
October 28, 2025 King County: At approximately 11:50pm, Washington State Patrol (WSP) communications received a 9-1-1 call reporting a serious collision that occurred NB SR 599 near Interurban Ave. in Tukwila. Once troopers arrived it was determined that a vehicle was traveling NB SR 599, went out of control, and rolled ejecting two of the three occupants.…
October 27, 2025 Olympia- As Halloween approaches, the State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) urges everyone to celebrate safely. While the holiday is filled with fun and excitement for both children and adults, it also brings increased fire risks. According to the National Fire Protection Association, holiday decorations are the leading cause of seasonal fires, contributing to…
October 20, 2025 Olympia- Carbon monoxide is an odorless and colorless gas that can be deadly if undetected. Carbon monoxide can be produced from heating, cooking, vehicle exhaust, or generators. Proper installation, testing, and maintenance of carbon monoxide detectors is essential for preventing carbon monoxide poisoning. The United States Fire Administration reports that more than 150…
October 16, 2025 Yakima, WA- On Sunday, October 12, 2025, the Washington State Patrol (WSP) received a report of a deceased person located along State Route 97 near milepost 71, north of Wapato. Troopers, along with deputies from the Yakima County Sheriff’s Office and officers from the Yakama Nation Tribal Police Department, responded to the scene. The…
October 15, 2025 Pierce County, Wash. – On Friday, October 10, 2025 a pedestrian was struck and killed by a sedan on Mountain Highway and B Street East. The vehicle fled the scene and the driver never contacted law enforcement. Washington State Patrol (WSP) Detectives have determined that the possible suspect vehicle in this case is a…
October 14, 2025 Pierce County, Wash. – The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the driver and vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run collision that occurred late Friday night, October 10, 2025. Between 11 p.m. and midnight, a male pedestrian was struck by an unknown vehicle while crossing State Route 7 near…