The Spotlight: Poulsbo murder mystery
The family of a 26-year-old man found dead on a sidewalk is now offering a big reward to catch the killer. A police officer suffers life-threatening injuries after being run over by a suspect. Now the community is stepping in to help. Plus, a bikini barista fights back after a disgruntled customer throws coffee at her.
The Spotlight: Dashcam video shows police chase down accused killer, kidnapper
We're getting a look at dashcam video of police chasing down an accused killer, suspected of kidnapping a child. Neighbors are calling for action after shots are fired on a busy street, and it's all caught on camera. We're digging deeper into the history of the driver of the Belltown Hellcat, including claims of domestic violence and stalking.
The Spotlight: It took a new sheriff to catch an accused killer
It took a new sheriff and some legal arm-twisting to catch the accused killer of Jeff Beach, who was murdered while in Pacific County for a baseball tournament. After exposing a number of issues inside the Green Hill detention center, DCYF sits down with the Spotlight for the first time, to answer questions about a system they say is in transition. And police pursuits are back. We're taking a look at the new technology cops are using to track down the bad guys.
The Spotlight: Police pursuits to resume in WA
Law enforcement officers in Washington state will soon have more leeway to pursue suspects when a new law goes into effect on June 6, 2024. Initiative 2113 restores the authority to pursue a fleeing suspect when there is reasonable suspicion that the suspect violated the law.
Police pursuits in WA resume June 6, deputies ready to enforce new law
Law enforcement officers in Washington state will soon have more leeway to pursue suspects when a new law goes into effect on Thursday.
The Spotlight: Police pursuits in WA resume June 6
Law enforcement officers in Washington state will soon have more leeway to pursue suspects when a new law goes into effect on Thursday.
The Spotlight: Innocent people targeted by criminals
This weekend marks the unofficial start to summer, and it comes with a warning: Be on alert. An attack can come out of nowhere. That's exactly what happened to a woman on the light rail, a mother sleeping next to her toddler, kids playing baseball at a park, and a child who was shot through a wall.
Video shows woman attack stranger with Gatorade bottle on Seattle light rail
King County Sheriff's detectives are asking for the public's help to identify a woman caught on camera smashing a light rail rider in the face with a partially filled sports drink bottle.
The Spotlight: Young father found murdered in cart
A young father was found murdered inside of a cart in Bellingham, Washington. Now, his family is begging for people to come forward with answers. A 15-year-old boy was killed in Renton and prosecutors say the suspected killer was also the suspect in a drive-by shooting in November. He was on electronic home monitoring for that alleged crime. And Tacoma Police plan to use controversial new technology to reduce crime.
Without death penalty: Quadruple murderers facing life sentences on May 7th
As Kitsap County braces for the sentencing of three convicted murderers on May 7th, the community reflects on the emotionally grueling path toward justice for four slain family members.
The Spotlight: Quadruple murderers facing life sentences
As Kitsap County braces for the sentencing of three convicted murderers on May 7th, the community reflects on the emotionally grueling path toward justice for four slain family members.
The Spotlight: Guilty verdict in Careaga family murder, dog shot and killed, theft ring busted
Bellevue Police believe this is one of the largest retail theft ring busts in state history. A total of 42 stores were hit throughout Western Washington. Investigators say the thieves sold the merchandise for 30¢ on the dollar. That's $120,000 cash. Plus, the story of one of Kitsap County's most horrific crimes. The murder of a family of four is finally nearing its final chapter after a jury returned a guilty verdict against all suspects. And, a Seattle woman speaks out after her dog was shot and killed outside of her home. Why the suspect is already out of jail and the punishment he now faces.
Bellevue police bust 'major' organized retail theft ring targeting Lululemon stores
In a significant crackdown on organized retail crime, Bellevue police have arrested members of a theft crew accused of stealing more than $500,000 worth of luxury apparel and activewear from Lululemon and other retailers across Western Washington and Northwest Oregon. Investigators revealed that at least 42 stores were targeted by the crew. The brazen thefts involved suspects walking into stores as regular shoppers and swiftly making off with bulging bags and handfuls of stolen goods.
The Spotlight: A new warning about Xylazine
Cartels have figured out how to make the "zombie drug" even scarier: Xylazine, the base ingredient used to make tranq, has previously been seen mixed into other drugs because it amplifies the effects. Now, it is being sold on the streets as a standalone drug. Naloxone, or Narcan, does not work if someone overdoses on Xylazine because it is not an opioid.
Seattle Police warn that base ingredient in 'zombie drug' tranq is being sold as standalone pill
Seattle authorities are warning the public about Xylazine, an animal tranquilizer that has already been linked to three overdose deaths in 2024.
'Zombie drug' tranq being sold as standalone drug for first time ever, Seattle police say
Seattle authorities are warning local citizens about Xylazine, an animal tranquilizer popularly known in the streets as Tranq or the Zombie drug. According to the Seattle Police, not only is the drug present in the region, but it is also being sold as a standalone narcotic for the first time ever.
The Spotlight: 'I've got 70,000 volts to your back'
Teens risk getting tased as the crackdown on car theft ramps up and more arrests are made. Vehicle thefts in Washington state are down for the third month in a row thanks to some key arrests of the 'Kia Boys' actively stealing cars. Still, there have been more than 5500 cars and trucks stolen so far this year. Bodycam video shows the chaos on the roads as armed teens in stolen vehicles risk their lives and the safety of others to try to escape.
Skyline teens create their own PSA to warn of dangers of fentanyl after 2 students OD
Two Skyline High School students have created a fentanyl warning and PSA aimed at their peers after two fellow students died from an overdose several weeks apart. "It's more connective between peer to peer, rather than hearing it from a higher authority figure,."
Skyline teens create their own PSA to warn of dangers of fentanyl after 2 students OD
Two seniors at Skyline High School say the issue of drugs and overdoses are "kind of a taboo topic" to discuss at school, prompting them to start their own PSA.
New app can warn drivers of approaching high-speed police pursuits
Developed by Pursuit Alert, Digital Siren enables law enforcement to send messages to cell phones warning individuals of an approaching police pursuit.