News Releases for Week of Sunday, May 4, 2014

May 10

Natural gas leak ignites in backyard

12:56 a.m. - Spokane Fire Department responded to a reported natural gas leak that had ignited in the backyard of a home at 2529 W. Queen on May 10 at 9:46 p.m.

May 9

Spokane Police Asking for Help Identifying Stabbing Suspect

5:21 p.m. - The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 5’10" to 6’ tall, possibly 25 to 35 years of age. Sketch and further details provided.

City, County to discuss growth on Monday

4:43 p.m. - The City of Spokane and Spokane County will hold the first collaborate meeting to establish parameters on plans for growth and regional development.

Officers Recover Property Stolen from Spokane County Burglary

3:53 p.m. - On 05-08-2014, at approximately 10 a.m., officers responded to W Francis after seeing a Toyota that matched the description of a stolen vehicle.

May 8

Applicants sought for Ombudsman Commission

3:18 p.m. - Applications for the independent citizen Police Ombudsman Commission are being sought until June 6

Councilmember Fagan "Building Dreams-Bright Futures for Our Kids"

2:56 p.m. - Councilmember Fagan is distributing raffle tickets to children for the opportunity for one child to win a custom-built Sheriff's Office playhouse.

May 7

Councilmember Snyder to host Council Connection

4:58 p.m. - Councilmember Snyder will host Council Connection and discuss re-development of Riverfront Park, and Spokane City Firefighter Operations

Spokane Police Asking People to Watch for Stolen Walgreen’s Totes

Midnight - On two separate occasions in the last couple of months, two different Walgreens have been the victims of a bizarre burglary.

May 6

Learn about City of Spokane streets, parks funding proposal

3:50 p.m. - Spokane has set meetings for citizens to learn about a new refinancing proposal to maintain and rebuild streets & reinvigorate Riverfront Park.

Spokane Police Arrest 12-Time Convicted Felon

3:19 p.m. - Police arrest a Burglary and Vehicle Theft suspect. Officers have connected the suspect to several other recent burglaries.

May 5

Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony - Tomorrow 11:30 am

5:14 p.m. - SPD and other local law enforcement agencies will recognize officers who were killed in the line of duty at the Public Safety Building Cul-de-sac.

Spokane Police Investigate Attempted Child Abduction in N. Spokane

8:51 a.m. - Involved children are safe; Officers searching for dark green GMC Jimmy SUV. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Check at 509.456.2233.