News Releases for Week of Sunday, August 21, 2022

Aug. 26

SPD seeking public’s assistance in locating assault suspect

7:41 a.m. - Update (8/25 18:00): The Spokane Police Department Violent Crimes Task Force has just taken Michael Trout into custody, See original press release.

Aug. 25

Traffic closure

5:08 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is advising of a traffic closure for the intersection of Francis and Florida for an undetermined amount of time.

E Lyons OIS Incident

4:46 p.m. - E Lyons OIS incident involving a Spokane County Sheriff’s Deputy

City Proposes Suspending Comprehensive Plan Amendments For 1 Year

12:34 p.m. - Staff and resources would focus on housing solutions.

Shooting at Dutch Jake Park Injures Four

12:27 p.m. - SPD patrol officers responded to a shooting at Dutch Jake Park.

Aug. 24

SPD Public Awareness/Safety Bulletin

4:55 p.m. - Several Law Enforcement Agencies have encountered multi-colored counterfeit pills, which have shown positive for Fentanyl in laboratory testing.

Street Maintenance Coming For N. Monroe St.

3:05 p.m. - Use alternate route and expect delays beginning Monday, Aug. 29.

West Broadway House Fire

8:10 a.m. - SFD responded to the 1300 East block of Broadway Ave. on a report of a possible house fire.

Aug. 23

Council Votes In Favor of Ordinance Siting City Facilities

8:11 a.m. - Council voted 5-2 on Emergency Ordinance C96239, which determines the process and criteria for siting basic City facilities.

Woodward Identifies Inconsistencies of Ordinance

8:08 a.m. - Council actions at odds with stated desires; City conducted extensive engagement

One Person Killed In Late Night Shooting

8:04 a.m. - One person killed, suspect arrested, in late night shooting