News Releases for Week of Sunday, May 12, 2019

May 17

City Closes Post Street Bridge to Vehicular Traffic

4:04 p.m. - Pedestrians, bicyclists can continue to use center of bridge.

Major Crimes Unit Looking Into the Disappearance of a Spokane Man

12:08 p.m. - The Major Crimes Unit is looking into the disappearance of a man. They need your help in locating him or discovering what led to his disappearance.

May 16

Watch for Flooded Streets; Use Caution

6:48 p.m. - City of Spokane Wastewater Management crews are working to clear flooded streets and standing water around the City this evening.

Safety Tips for Torchlight Parade

3:24 p.m. - City of Spokane public safety officials want residents and visitors to enjoy a safe, well-attended Lilac Festival Armed Forces Torchlight Parade.

May 15

City Notifies Fire Communication Specialists of Changes

11:45 a.m. - Community moving to new SREC operations

Flags Lowered For Peace Officers Memorial Day

9:08 a.m. - Mayor directs flags to fly half-staff

May 14

SPD Bike Theft Sting

2:31 p.m. - Members of the SPD Reserve program set out a bait bike in the Logan neighborhood on Monday. They arrested two people in a short amount of time.

SPD Seeking Assistance Locating Missing Adult

2:29 p.m. - SPD seeking assistance locating missing adult possibly suffering from medical issues.

May 13

SPD Road Rage Arrest

1:35 p.m. - On Saturday, the Spokane Police Department investigated a road rage incident in north Spokane which quickly escalated into a very dangerous situation.

Graffiti Arrest in Shadle Park Neighborhood

1:31 p.m. - The Spokane Police responded to the Shadle Park neighborhood early Saturday morning reference a malicious mischief report.

May 12

SPD arrests Vehicle Theft Suspect and recovers vehicle with dog.

12:06 p.m. - Spokane Police arrest Vehicle Theft suspect and recover stolen vehicle containing the owner’s dog.