October 15, 2021 Olympia- WSP IIT is sending out this release as the required update regarding the independent investigation into the death of Mr. Manuel Ellis. Mr. Ellis died while in the custody of Tacoma Police Department on March 03, 2020. There is no updated information for this week. This update is required in compliance with WAC 139-12,…
October 12, 2021 Olympia – As leaves change color and begin to fall, the State Fire Marshal’s Office reminds residents that accumulation of leaves, branches, or other debris around the home can increase the risk of fire. Dry vegetation in roof valleys, gutters, and below decks can ignite if exposed to burning embers from open chimneys or…
October 8, 2021 Olympia- WSP IIT is sending out this release as the required update regarding the independent investigation into the death of Mr. Manuel Ellis. Mr. Ellis died while in the custody of Tacoma Police Department on March 03, 2020. There is no updated information for this week. This update is required in compliance with WAC 139-12,…
October 5, 2021 Olympia – The State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety.” This year’s campaign, running October 3-9, 2021, works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and…
October 2, 2021 King County: At approximately 3:45am this morning October 2, 2021 Washington State Patrol (WSP) communications received a 9-1-1 call reporting that there was a collision involving a moped SB I-5 near 85th. Once troopers arrived they were able to determine that the moped made a lane change into a Toyota Prius and was ejected…
October 01, 2021 Olympia- WSP IIT is sending out this release as the required update regarding the independent investigation into the death of Mr. Manuel Ellis. Mr. Ellis died while in the custody of Tacoma Police Department on March 03, 2020. There is no updated information for this week. This update is required in compliance with WAC 139-12,…
September 28, 2021 King County: At approximately 7:55 pm on Friday, September 24, 2021 Washington State Patrol (WSP) communications received a 9-1-1 call from someone advising that they were shot at on I-90. The caller advised that they were on a motorcycle and they were having an issue with a Mazda passenger car and made a gesture…
September 26, 2021 Olympia, WA – With heavy hearts, fond memories, and enduring regard, the Washington State Patrol confirms the loss of Trooper Detective Eric Gunderson #823. Detective Gunderson died in the early morning hours of Sunday, September 26 after a courageous battle with the Covid 19 Virus contracted while in service to the state of Washington.…
September 24, 2021 Olympia- WSP IIT is sending out this release as the required update regarding the independent investigation into the death of Mr. Manuel Ellis. Mr. Ellis died while in the custody of Tacoma Police Department on March 03, 2020. The two detectives from the High Tech Crimes Unit have added the phone to the workload…
September 24, 2021 Olympia – According to the United States Fire Administration (USFA), heating is the second leading cause of home fires. Take some time now to prepare for the colder season with a few tips to keep your fireplace or wood stove running efficiently and safely: Have your chimney inspected and cleaned each year by…