City of Spokane Police Department Videos
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Seven officers and a K9 were injured in a crash with suspects from a drive-by shooting as they fled from officers. All the officers and the K9 are currently at local hospitals and expected to recover. The suspects were also transported with nonlife-threatening injuries.
Today, July 19, 2024, just before 1:00pm, SWAT and K9 officers had just cleared a call looking for a suspect with a warrant when the K9 officer saw a suspect vehicle from a recent drive-by shooting. The K9 officer attempted to stop the vehicle but they fled. Due to the severity of the original crime, officers initiated a pursuit. Officers in an armored vehicle moved in to assist as the suspects fled in to a residential neighborhood. As the suspects fled eastbound on Carlisle, the armored vehicle was approaching southbound on Oak and the two vehicles crashed in the intersection. The K9 vehicle that was pursuing the suspect car then crashed into the suspect car as well. The attached link provides footage of the crash.
Three suspects were taken into custody without further incident and were transported to an area hospital with nonlife-threatening injuries. The K9 was taken to a local vet while the officers were all transported to the hospital after the scene was made safe. A civilian car was northbound on Oak, saw the oncoming armored vehicle with lights and sirens on, pulled over, and narrowly escaped the collision. Everyone involved is expected to recover from their injuries. Fortunately, no one else was injured as a result of the suspects’ actions.
“This particular incident highlights the challenges our patrol officers are up against every day with the number of shootings they investigate and the behavior of the suspects, not only while committing these violent crimes, but the great lengths they’ll go to escape. It puts the community at risk,” said Chief Justin Lundgren.
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https://my.spokanecity.org/police/news/2024/07/19/seven-officers-and-a-k9-injured-in-crash-with-shooting-suspects/ Seven officers and a K9 were injured in a crash with suspects from a drive-by shooting as they fled from officers. All the officers and the K9 are currently at local hospitals and expected to recover. The suspects were also transported with nonlife-threatening injuries. Today, July 19, 2024, just before 1:00pm, SWAT and K9 officers had just cleared a call looking for a suspect with a warrant when the K9 officer saw a suspect vehicle from a recent drive-by shooting. The K9 officer attempted to stop the vehicle but they fled. Due to the severity of the original crime, officers initiated a pursuit. Officers in an armored vehicle moved in to assist as the suspects fled in to a residential neighborhood. As the suspects fled eastbound on Carlisle, the armored vehicle was approaching southbound on Oak and the two vehicles crashed in the intersection. The K9 vehicle that was pursuing the suspect car then crashed into the suspect car as well. The attached link provides footage of the crash. Three suspects were taken into custody without further incident and were transported to an area hospital with nonlife-threatening injuries. The K9 was taken to a local vet while the officers were all transported to the hospital after the scene was made safe. A civilian car was northbound on Oak, saw the oncoming armored vehicle with lights and sirens on, pulled over, and narrowly escaped the collision. Everyone involved is expected to recover from their injuries. Fortunately, no one else was injured as a result of the suspects’ actions. “This particular incident highlights the challenges our patrol officers are up against every day with the number of shootings they investigate and the behavior of the suspects, not only while committing these violent crimes, but the great lengths they’ll go to escape. It puts the community at risk,” said Chief Justin Lundgren. "S
DUI Emphasis - Hoopfest Weekend
SPD wants you to continue to have a safe holiday weekend. Police will be watching for people not following the rules of the road like speeding and driving impaired. Last weekend during Hoopfest SPD conducted a driving emphasis. 61 citations were issued, mostly for speeding and 27 DUI’s were processed. Take a look.
Hooray for the 4th of July! Celebrations are upon us and so are the dangers associated with illegal fireworks. Don’t get a ticket, don’t start a fire - SPD and SFD will be patrolling and enforcing. Take a look. https://vimeo.com/974545612?share=copy
SPD had a great time partnering with Thrive International at the Thrive Nation Soccer Camp last week, where 26 different nations were represented. Thrive International provides resettlement for refugees, asylees, and immigrants within our community.
Body Cam Robbery
Theft of water bottle results in arrest for 1st Degree Robbery, 2nd Degree Assault
On June 18th, 2024 just before 8:30am, Spokane Police responded to the area of 1500 E Illinois Avenue after 911 was advised a male had threatened another person with a machete. The incident began when a community member confronted a man after observing him stealing a bottle of water from the location. The suspect produced a large edged weapon (machete) when he was approached by the community member before fleeing the location on foot. Witnesses advised the suspect raised the weapon over his head in a threatening manner before leaving the location. The community member chased the suspect before he stopped and brandished the machete again while making threats.
Officers quickly responded to the area and contacted the suspect, detaining him without issue. The machete was found next to him. The attached body worn camera video shows the detainment of the suspect when officers arrived. The weapon used in the incident is visible in the rocks behind him. https://vimeo.com/964944463/91bde9a653?share=copy
At the completion of the investigation, probable cause was established to arrest the male for Robbery.
Kyle M. Bowen (43) was placed under arrest for 1st Degree Robbery and booked into the Spokane County Jail where he is currently being held. Bowen was also charged with 2nd Degree Assault. He has extensive criminal history with prior felony convictions for Possession of a Controlled Substance.
SPD's TAC team is continually training, and providing training to agencies throughout our region, in best tactics and practices in order to handle any civil disturbance during marches and large crowd events. Here's a look inside TAC training.
Pedaling for Pennies 2024
Just one more way Spokane Police officers connect with the community! Check this out, it’s about bike safety and raising $ for hungry neighbors. All Saints Catholic School Spokane Second Harvest Inland Northwest
Basic Law Enforcement Academy Class #882
Take a look inside a law enforcement Academy – it’s tough, extensive training, but as you will hear from a recent graduate, it’s rewarding and prepares our officers to serve you.
National Police Week
This is National Police Week 2024, a time not just to commemorate fallen law enforcement - those who've made the ultimate sacrifice, but also to acknowledge the ongoing service and commitment of police officers across the country. Thank you SPD officers for your selfless service.
SPD has several amazing volunteer opportunities, including the Cadet program geared toward students and others ages 18-24. Watch this video and see where the program took one former Cadet on her career path, and what you can expect if you join SPD’s Cadet Program! https://youtu.be/UkNc1BtOgB8
Drive By Shooting Arrest
SPD arrests two teenagers for drive-by shooting after shots were fired at busy park
Last night – 4/30/24, Spokane Police officers responded to reports of a shooting at Chief Garry Park on Sinto Ave. around 5:30pm. Officers arrived to find a park busy with people gathered for baseball games and otherwise. Multiple witnesses on scene were helpful in providing information about, and pictures of, what happened. Officers learned that an argument involving a number of young people took place near the southwest part of the park. A car pulled up with two males who exited the vehicle and headed toward where the argument was heard. Shots were fired and the males from the vehicle returned to it and drove away. Shell casings were located in the grass.
Patrol officers were able to determine the registered owner of the car and learned from cooperative parents that their teenage son had the car. Officers located the vehicle at E. Euclid Ave. and N. Crestline St., pinned the car and detained the two males inside the vehicle without incident. At least one firearm was found inside the vehicle. Officers developed probable cause to arrest Hunter T. Simmons (18) and a 17-year old male. Both face charges of Drive-By Shooting. At this point, no shooting victims have been located. Anyone with additional information on this incident who has not already spoken with police is encouraged to call Crime Check at 509-456-2233. Police continue to investigate whether other persons were involved in this incident.
With warmer weather, more daylight hours and more people out and about, SPD has increased patrol efforts around our area parks. We continue to encourage community members to report suspicious activity in and around parks as we all work to keep our parks safe and enjoyable for everyone.
Link to body worn camera of Simmons arrest https://vimeo.com/941729405/b1f9bf8011?share=copy
Every day our police officers are called to dangerous and volatile situations. In this Chief’s Chat, hear from Chief Lundgren on de-escalation efforts, use of force, and officer safety.
SPD has the most amazing telecommunicators – dispatchers and call takers who assist you when you call 911. As this National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week wraps us, we share with you what these dedicated professionals do as they process, on average, some 700 calls every single day! Thank you SPD telecommunicators, you are truly the best!
Learn more about your police department’s operations, priorities and mission in this video from Assistant Chief Mike McNab. SPD enjoys strong community support and our officers work hard every day to provide the best possible public service to everyone! https://vimeo.com/931249055
Traffic Emphasis Distracted Driving Awareness Month
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and as such, SPD is conducting an emphasis in conjunction with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission and our local Target Zero office. Monday's effort to keep people safe on our roadways resulted in 7 cell phone tickets, 10 speeding tickets, 5 no insurance tickets, 2 additional miscellaneous infractions and 21 warnings. Distracted driving is dangerous and expensive. Just Don’t!
Park Robbery Arrest
SPD arrests multiple suspects in brazen Downtown daylight robbery
On 3-26-24 at 6:24pm, Spokane Police responded to the area of 200 N Wall on a report of a robbery. Upon arriving, officers contacted two victims who had been pepper sprayed while sitting in a vehicle. The victims were an adult male and an adult female and their injuries were consistent with being sprayed with pepper spray or similar chemical agent. The male victim advised he had walked over to retrieve some money from an ATM while the female remained in the car. An unknown male tried to talk with the male victim after he obtained his money. Feeling uneasy, the victim quickly returned to his vehicle and got inside. A group of males chased the victim and pulled open the car door as he tried to close it.
The suspects demanded the victims money. A struggle ensued inside the vehicle when one of the suspects sprayed pepper spray, striking both occupants. The victims begged the suspects to stop. Due to the violent actions of the crime, the victim handed over the money and the suspects fled on foot. Officers flooded the area searching for the suspects. A witness advised the suspects were wearing masks and hooded sweatshirts as they ran away. While in the Riverfront Park area, officers observed a group of subjects walking north who matched witness descriptions. Upon seeing the officers, the suspects began throwing items that appeared to be cash and a backpack into the river. Officers quickly detained four suspects with the help of Park Rangers after they ran in different directions. Officers developed probable cause and the following suspects were booked into the Spokane County Jail for 1st Degree Armed Robbery:
• Rashaud A. Lightner (26)
• Jaeshon W. Farmer (18)
• Chase A. Wilson (23)
A fourth suspect (a minor) was booked into the Spokane County Juvenile Detention Center for 1st Degree Armed Robbery, Obstruction of a Law Enforcement Officer, and Minor In Possession of liquor. Offic
Thank you to everyone who stopped by the Coffee with a Cop event at Pitotti Coffee Roasters at the Gathering House this past week. What a great opportunity for officers to get to know the Garland community! Stay tuned, next Coffee with a Cop is coming up March 13th in NE Spokane. https://youtu.be/sZT5rgywKg0?si=Mgy8JPg-dToG356D
SPD community support
SPD‘s Community Outreach team is a critical part of the department in building and maintaining strong relationships with a wide variety of organization, businesses, and individuals in Spokane. Hear from some of them!