City Releases Names of Five Finalists for Des Moines Police Chief Position
The City of Des Moines on Monday (May 14) announced five Finalists for the position of Police Chief: George Delgado, Commander, Vancouver, WA Charlie Dennis, former Chief of Police, Page, AZ John Dyer,... [Read more]
Meet the Finalists for Des Moines Chief of Police at Public Reception May 21
The public is invited to meet the five finalists for the Des Moines Chief of Police at a reception hosted by the City on May 21st from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Des Moines Activity Center, 2045 South... [Read more]
LETTER: ‘I Read Mr. Wasson’s Letter with Great Interest…’
I read Mr. Wasson’s letter with great interest. I can certainly sympathize and I think I understand his frustration. No, this is not where we wanted or hoped the city and its police force would be in... [Read more]
LETTER: ‘Do You Think You Are Living in a Safe City? You May be Surprised…’
To the Editor of The Waterland Blog, Do you remember in 2006 when we voted for a “levy lid lift” tax to restore 12 police department staff positions that had been cut in previous years due to budget... [Read more]
There’s a New Sheriff in King County, and His Name is Steve Strachan
On Monday (April 2), the King County Council appointed Steve Strachan as the new King County Sheriff, succeeding Sue Rahr, who left March 31 to become director of the Washington State Criminal Justice... [Read more]
Sheriff: Increased ‘Contract’ Partnerships Expected to Increase Public Safety
Sheriff Sue Rahr at a 2010 press conference. Photo by Nicholas Johnson. by Ralph Nichols King County Sheriff Sue Rahr told The B-Town Blog this week she thinks “public safety will improve as we form... [Read more]
Killer of Jennifer Walstrand Sentenced to 40 Years for her Brutal Murder
Jennifer Walstrand On Wednesday (March 28), Daniel Alexander Threadgill, 24, was sentenced to an exceptional sentence of 40 years in prison for the brutal stabbing and beating death of Jennifer Walstrand... [Read more]
Public’s help needed in finding Des Moines arsonist(s)
The King County Sheriff’s Office Fire/Arson Investigation Unit, in conjunction with the Des Moines Police Department are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the individual(s) responsible... [Read more]
UPDATE: Snohomish Co. Judge Dismisses Appeal in Death of Rosie
by Ralph Nichols Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Richard T. Okrent Friday (March 9) dismissed an appeal to bring criminal charges against the two Des Moines Police officers who killed Rosie the Newfoundland. Rosie... [Read more]
Appeal in Case of Rosie the Newfoundland to be Heard Friday in Snohomish Court
by Ralph Nichols Superior Court Judge Richard T. Okrent will hear the continuation of an appeal in the case of Rosie the Newfoundland at 1 p.m. Friday (March 9) at the Snohomish County Courthouse in Everett. Rosie... [Read more]
Des Moines Woman’s ‘Undying Love’ for Man results in Stalking Charge
A Des Moines woman accused of planning to wed a man she relentlessly followed for more than a year has been charged with felony stalking, SeattlePI.com reported. According to the story, King County prosecutors... [Read more]
Port of Seattle illegally gave Aviation High School $13.6 million
by Jack Mayne The Port of Seattle illegally gave the Highline School District $13.6 million for the construction and operation of Aviation High School. “The Port is not authorized to contribute funding... [Read more]
B-TOWN BLOG: Police Seeking Help Finding Burien Home Invasion Robbers
Our sister site The B-Town Blog has posted the following photos provided by the King County Sheriff’s Office, which is seeking the public’s help in finding the suspects in a Burien home invasion... [Read more]
Rep. Tina Orwall Introduces Bill To Combat Commercial Sex Trade
Rep. Tina Orwall (D-Des Moines) introduced a bill this week that increases the fines for anyone convicted of patronizing a person being sold for sex in Washington from $150 to up to $5,000. House Bill... [Read more]
Jennifer Walstrand’s Killer Found Guilty, Faces Minimum 30-Year Sentence
Jennifer Walstrand by Ralph Nichols Daniel Alexander Threadgill will face a minimum of 30 years in prison when he is sentenced for the brutal murder of Jennifer Walstrand in her Des Moines apartment Aug.... [Read more]
NORMANDY PARK BLOG: Police Issue ‘Car Prowl & Mail Theft Alert’
From our sister site The Normandy Park Blog comes this crime alert – Normandy Park Police on Wednesday issued a ‘Car Prowl and Mail Theft Alert’ for residents. Read the full story here. Tweet Read More →
Suspect In 1991 Federal Way Murder May Be Descendant Of Mayflower Settler
On Wednesday (Jan. 11), the King County Sheriff’s Office released new information regarding the possible identity of a suspect wanted in the 1991 Federal Way murder of a then 16-year old girl named... [Read more]
UPDATE: Shooting In Des Moines Seriously Injures Three Wednesday
UPDATE 3 p.m. 12/14/11: The Des Moines Police Department issued the following update about Wednesday morning’s shooting at the Silverwood Park Apartments: At 11:45 a.m., the Des Moines Police Department... [Read more]
UPDATE: Bail Set At $1 Million For Suspect In Murder Of Jayme Thomas
UPDATE 12/10/11: The King County Prosecutor’s Office announced that on Friday (Dec. 9), bail was set at $1 million for the 29-year-old man arrested for the shooting death of Jayme Thomas, 19, on... [Read more]
Des Moines City Council Set To Review Police Department Performance Audit
by Ralph Nichols Local police services will be the focus of a Des Moines City Council discussion at tonight’s meeting (7:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 9). Council members will review and comment on findings... [Read more]
