News Releases for Week of Sunday, August 17, 2025

Aug. 22

Robbery Suspect Taken into Custody Minutes After Committing the Crime

5:32 p.m. - The suspect was detained without issue and the items stolen from the business were recovered.

Downtown Arson Suspect in Custody

5:20 p.m. - SPD arrested the arson suspect of a series of fires in the downtown corridor.

Construction Project Will Impact W. Maxwell Starting Monday

3:40 p.m. - Pedestrian, bicycle, and signal improvement project requires closure.

Aug. 21

SPD Seeking Public Assistance in Locating Missing Endangered Person

12:14 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is seeking help from community members in locating a missing adult.

Fire Destroys Warehouse in East Central Neighborhood

9:53 a.m. - Firefighters were dispatched to 101 North Madelia Street following multiple reports of black smoke coming from a warehouse.

Aug. 19

Sergeant Ken Salas’ Memorial Service, Additional Road Closures

4:22 p.m. - Temporary road closures are set in preparation of the memorial service for Sergeant Ken Salas.

Flags Lowered for Spokane County Sergeant Kenneth Salas

10:41 a.m. - Flags will be lowered until Wednesday

Millions Awarded to Affordable Housing Projects Across Spokane

8:33 a.m. - $7.5 million going to rehabilitate and build new affordable housing units

Aug. 18

Male Arrested for Multiple Domestic Violence Felonies

8:31 a.m. - Male Arrested for Multiple Domestic Violence Felonies after Officers Rescue Victim