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Police Department News Releases for Week of Sunday, August 17, 2025

Yesterday

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.

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.

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.

Aug. 18

Male Arrested for Multiple Domestic Violence Felonies

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



Know the Number

Emergency Services
Situations requiring IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE from Police, Fire or ambulance: call 911

Mental Health Crisis
Situations requiring IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE by phone from trained mental health counselors: call 988

Crime Check
Non-emergency police services: call 509.456.2233 to report crimes no longer in process or submit crime tips.
Crime Check Online Reporting also available.

City Services
Non-emergency reporting of potholes, graffiti, or unlawful camping, utility billing, and general information on city services: call 311 or report online

Social Services
Social services and community resources like housing, food, and employment help: call 211

For general police email contact:
SPDWebMail@spokanepolice.org

Media Relations Contact

Officer Daniel Strassenberg
509-835-4568
dstrassenberg@spokanepolice.org