Yesterday at 2:02 p.m. - Minor taken into custody after replica gun brought on to school grounds
Nov. 11 at 5:12 p.m. - Access to Spokane City Hall has been temporarily halted due to a security concern.
Nov. 11 at 8:17 a.m. - One Dead after a Fatal Shooting in East Central
Nov. 11 at 8:16 a.m. - One Person Detained after Fatal Stabbing
Nov. 8 at 5:52 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is seeking assistance from community members in locating a person of interest in a death investigation.
Nov. 7 at 1:28 p.m. - Spokane Police reminding the public not to leave your vehicle running
Nov. 5 at 4:30 p.m. - Statewide software issue causing delays for CPL background checks
Nov. 5 at 11:07 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department is seeking the assistance of community members in locating a suspect in a homicide.
Nov. 4 at 10:50 a.m. - East Sprague Burglar Caught in the Act, Officers Recover Stolen Property
Oct. 28 at 9:13 a.m. - SPD investigating overnight shooting
Oct. 25 at 8:26 a.m. - Felon arrested for illegal possession of a firearm/drugs after Downtown burglary
Oct. 23 at 3:25 p.m. - Suspect in East Spokane homicide in custody
Oct. 18 at 11:52 a.m. - Suspect in custody after daytime parking lot assault
Oct. 15 at 3:33 p.m. - Juvenile in custody after bringing weapon to school
Oct. 10 at 9:13 a.m. - Spokane Police Department Awarded Two Grants for DUI Officers
Oct. 9 at 4:50 p.m. - Missing endangered person quickly located with assistance from the SPD Air Support Unit
Oct. 9 at 11:28 a.m. - SPD arrests suspect for theft hours after being released from jail
Oct. 8 at 2:30 p.m. - Officers safely detain armed subject during early morning crisis incident
Oct. 1 at 4:13 p.m. - Juvenile in custody after bringing weapon on to school grounds, officers on scene within two minutes
Sept. 30 at 2:05 p.m. - Spokane Police are asking for the public’s help locating a missing vulnerable adult.
Sept. 27 at 3:59 p.m. - Suspect arrested 3 times in 3 days for vehicle theft, vehicle prowling
Sept. 25 at 12:34 p.m. - Suspect arrested on multiple charges after fleeing from police, officer injured during incident
Sept. 25 at 10:38 a.m. - SPD investigating fatal motorcycle collision
Sept. 6 at 4:43 p.m. - Female suspect in custody after North Spokane stabbing injures two, swift response by officers prevents injuries to 3rd victim
Sept. 1 at 5:16 p.m. - SPD is asking for your help locating Trevis Ormsbee (68). She has medical conditions that put her at risk. If you see her, please call Crime Check.
Aug. 30 at 1:35 p.m. - SPD investigating fatal hit & run collision in Downtown Spokane
Aug. 30 at 10:31 a.m. - SPD investigating fatal vehicle collision involving a motorcycle
Aug. 29 at 11:08 a.m. - Suspect in custody after violent assault in West Spokane sends one to the hospital
Aug. 28 at 1:48 p.m. - Drive by shooting suspect taken into custody
Aug. 26 at 8:21 a.m. - Tony has been located and is safe.
Aug. 20 at 2:34 p.m. - Multiple SPD Officers injured making arrests over the weekend - stressing patrol resources
Aug. 19 at 4:59 p.m. - Spokane Police investigating shooting with victim
Aug. 19 at 4:45 p.m. - SPD searching for suspect in DV related shooting
Aug. 19 at 10:18 a.m. - Sex Offender in custody for South hill incident involving a minor, additional charges also filed for related incident days prior
Aug. 19 at 10:17 a.m. - SPD investigating fatal auto/pedestrian collision on North Division
Aug. 16 at 8:57 a.m. - Female burglary suspect in custody after standoff in North-West Spokane
Aug. 14 at 2:53 p.m. - Downtown shooting sends one to the hospital
Aug. 13 at 2:20 p.m. - Tiny house stolen from a secured location.
Aug. 13 at 11:54 a.m. - SPD arrests woman in Downtown stabbing
Aug. 9 at 2:37 p.m. - SPD continues search for drive-by shooter
Aug. 8 at 3:35 p.m. - Multiple high priority incidents overnight stretch resources thin
Aug. 8 at 8:39 a.m. - SPD arrests two suspects in a Sunday morning drive-by shooting
Aug. 6 at 2:30 p.m. - Spokane Police respond to a high volume of calls of persons with a weapon over the weekend
Aug. 6 at 2:12 p.m. - SPD arrests man who exposed himself at a Downtown hotel and attempted to grab a young girl
Aug. 5 at 8:29 a.m. - Drive By shooting suspect taken into custody
Aug. 1 at 3:14 p.m. - Suspect was transported to the Spokane County Jail and booked for a felony violation of a Domestic Violence Protection Order.
Aug. 1 at 11:48 a.m. - Motorcyclist suffers significant injuries in high-speed crash, racing with other motorcycles before collision
July 31 at 2:47 p.m. - North Spokane shooting suspect in custody, nearby home struck by gunfire
July 26 at 3:15 p.m. - SPD makes arrest in string of arsons on Spokane’s South Hill
July 26 at 12:35 p.m. - Male in custody after West Spokane stabbing
July 25 at 4:33 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is releasing the following information pursuant to RCW 4.24.550, to inform the public of a sex offender release.
July 25 at 8:32 a.m. - SPD responds to two drive-by shooting calls last evening within a half hour of each other, and another shooting early this morning.
July 24 at 9:35 a.m. - SPD seeking public assistance in identifying armed robbery suspect, suspect possibly related to robbery that took place last week in same area
July 23 at 8:01 a.m. - Suspect booked and released from jail, commits another crime before he even leaves the Public Safety Building campus.
July 23 at 8 a.m. - SPD investigates two drive-by shootings Sunday
July 22 at 2:10 p.m. - SPD investigating homicide that happened Sunday morning
July 22 at 8:41 a.m. - SPD makes arrest stemming from June, 2024 shooting incident
July 19 at 5:29 p.m. - Seven officers & K9 injured in crash w/ suspects in a shooting as they fled. All are expected to recover. Suspects also transported for treatment.
July 19 at 9:01 a.m. - Midday shooting in North Spokane sends one to the hospital, suspect in custody
July 17 at 4:45 p.m. - Two in custody for robbery, victim transported to hospital with head injuries
July 17 at 9:52 a.m. - SPD investigating two shootings in North Spokane that occurred within three and a half hours of each other
July 15 at 6:02 p.m. - SPD arrests suspect for firing gun at bar patrons after being asked to leave the bar
July 15 at 5:36 p.m. - SPD responds to 2 separate drive-by shootings, suspect arrested in one shooting
July 10 at 4:52 p.m. - SPD arrests man who carjacked a vehicle then went on a crime spree including an attempted kidnapping of a child
July 8 at 8:20 a.m. - Mr. Wing has been found and is safe. Thank you everyone!
July 8 at 8:18 a.m. - A young adult female was killed in a homicide. Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to call Crime Check at 509-456-2233.
July 3 at 12:48 p.m. - SPD responds to shoplifting call, suspect pulls loaded gun on officers
July 2 at 1:03 p.m. - SPD responds to fatal collision involving a scooter and vehicle
July 1 at 5:11 p.m. - SPD arrests man for drive-by shooting and assault after firing at a home in a domestic violence incident
June 28 at 3:44 p.m. - Suspect in custody after downtown assault
June 28 at 9:30 a.m. - DV suspect arrested on additional charges after damaging patrol car, assaulting officer while being transported to jail
June 26 at 3:19 p.m. - Man arrested after attempting to steal ambulance in Downtown Spokane
June 26 at 2:03 p.m. - Police arrest suspect in late night shooting in Riverfront Park
June 26 at 1:12 p.m. - Spokane Police investigating overnight shooting that left one person deceased
June 26 at 9:19 a.m. - SPD arrests man who carjacked a vehicle – dragging her behind as he fled from police – hitting a patrol car and other vehicles during a pursuit
June 26 at 9:11 a.m. - Suspect in custody after early morning shooting leaves one dead
June 26 at 9:09 a.m. - Ice cream theft results in an arrest for 1st Degree Robbery, felony property damage
June 24 at 4:57 p.m. - SPD arrests man who set multiple fires in the downtown area over the weekend, and also charge him in a fire last month
June 21 at 4:54 p.m. - Theft of water bottle results in arrest for 1st Degree Robbery, 2nd Degree Assault
June 20 at 3:14 p.m. - The SPD is seeking help from community members in an effort to identify a person of interest related to an assault investigation.
June 19 at 9:03 a.m. - Assault call in West Spokane results in multiple felony warrant arrests
June 17 at 4:37 p.m. - SPD arrests repeat offender for stealing a car and eluding police
June 13 at 4:40 p.m. - SPD reminds you to slow down - traffic emphasis underway
June 12 at 5:17 p.m. - SPD arrests man who assaulted a woman who got out of her car to help him
June 11 at 4:20 p.m. - SPD investigating fatal hit & run collision in Downtown Spokane
June 10 at 5:22 p.m. - SPD arrests 5 teenagers after they accost two security workers, brandish a gun and vandalize property
June 10 at 11:53 a.m. - One in custody in Downtown Spokane shooting
June 6 at 4:22 p.m. - Stabbing in West Spokane leaves one dead, one with serious injuries. Suspect in custody for homicide.
June 6 at 1:17 p.m. - On June 5, 2024, SPD officers responded to the intersection of Howard Street and Spokane Falls Boulevard on a report of a vandalism incident.
June 5 at 4:48 p.m. - Suspect in custody after assaulting family member with a firearm, brief pursuit safely ends with PIT.
May 30 at 5:19 p.m. - On May 18th, 2024, just before 4pm, Spokane Police responded to the area of 3rd and Monroe on a report of an assault.
May 29 at 4:41 p.m. - Spokane Police Officers responded to a call of a potential child luring incident
May 29 at 11:39 a.m. - Detectives with the Regional Anti-Violence Enforcement & Narcotics Task Force have arrested a 13-year-old male related to a shooting on 4/24/24.
May 24 at 10 a.m. - Male in custody after causing nearly 30,000.00 dollars in damage to West Spokane business
May 23 at 4:17 p.m. - Male succumbs to injuries after northeast Spokane motorcycle crash
May 23 at 4:10 p.m. - SPD’s Violent Crime Task Force (VCTF) and Patrol arrest a man wanted for DV assault, discovers drugs and guns in the process
May 23 at 3:22 p.m. - SPD arrests a suspect in a shooting in the Garland district which took the life of one person
May 22 at 7:52 a.m. - High speed hit & run incident in downtown sends 2 to the hospital, 1 to jail
May 21 at 2:29 p.m. - SPD arrests intruder for Residential Burglary and Arson after home set on fire
May 20 at 8:22 a.m. - SPD focuses on drug and related crimes in the downtown core with extra events and activities underway
May 17 at 3:58 p.m. - SPD charges suspect with felony assault after deliberate drug exposure of 2 corrections officers at Spokane County Jail
May 17 at 10:15 a.m. - SPD is seeking help from community members in identifying a suspect in an arson that caused extensive damage to a local business.
May 17 at 9:45 a.m. - SPD investigates a fire on a downtown street that defaced a mural
May 10 at 3:38 p.m. - Spokane Police arrested a male suspect in connection with a shooting.
May 9 at 9:59 a.m. - Spokane Police officers responded to a call on 5-8-24 on the report of shooting and found the assailant shortly after.
May 8 at 10:29 a.m. - Spokane Police conducted several search warrants at a high crime location in the 900 block of East Indiana Avenue.
May 3 at 12:47 p.m. - Spokane Police conduct park emphasis including enforcement of after-hours City Park violations
May 1 at 5:26 p.m. - SPD arrests long time conivcted felon for robbery after brief standoff in a North Spokane McDonald’s parking lot
May 1 at 4:04 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is seeking help from the public to locate Terra L. Havens (71).
May 1 at 2:06 p.m. - SPD arrests two teenagers for drive-by shooting after shots were fired at busy park
April 30 at 7:50 a.m. - The suspect, 51 year-old Jospeh Parisien, is still outstanding. Anyone who sees him or knows of his whereabouts is asked to call 911.
April 26 at 9:32 a.m. - Spokane Police responded to the 3000 block of East 29th Avenue on a report of a robbery.
April 19 at 4:16 p.m. - Convicted felon out on bond for burglary since January is arrested for 2 more burglaries earlier this week, out on bond again today
April 19 at 8:15 a.m. - Information is preliminary; more information will be released at a later time by the Spokane Independent Investigation Response (SIIR) team.
April 17 at 4:15 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department responds to a reported shooting where, a dog was shot as it was attacking another dog and seventeen-year-old girl.
April 16 at 4:58 p.m. - On 04/09/24, SPD officers investigated witness reports of a reckless driver intentionally hitting a man.
April 15 at 11:10 a.m. - SPD seeking assistance in locating young boy.
April 15 at 10:45 a.m. - Spokane Police Major Crimes detectives would like to speak with a witness in a criminal incident.
April 11 at 4:25 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department responds to an armed robbery downtown and quickly apprehends the suspect at a local youth facility.
April 11 at 10:43 a.m. - Spokane Police Department Seeking Suspect After East Spokane Credit Union Robbery
April 10 at 10:35 a.m. - SPD searching for suspect after patrol car rammed, brief pursuit halted due to dangerous driving by the suspect
April 8 at 10:10 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department has located a missing 12-year-old juvenile.
April 5 at 2:46 p.m. - South Hill parking lot altercation leads to a male being shot, SPD seeking suspect
April 3 at 4:31 p.m. - Spokane Independent Investigative Response Team investigating an officer-involved shooting.
April 2 at 2:19 p.m. - Spokane Police arrest suspect in a fire on Easter Sunday in the West Central neighborhood – numerous people were inside the involved structure
April 1 at 10:02 a.m. - Spokane Police Officers were involved in an officer involved shooting Sunday evening in the 1800 block of West Dean Avenue
March 27 at 4:47 p.m. - Multiple suspects got arrested from downtown daylight robbery.
March 27 at 1:44 p.m. - DV after victim held against her will on separate occasions over 2 days, suspect released on own recognizance by court 12 hours after being booked
March 25 at 9:30 a.m. - Shortly before 6am on Saturday March 23, 2024, Spokane police responded to a shooting in the 900 block of E Indiana Ave.
March 22 at 4:20 p.m. - SPD responded to the 1300 block of West Boone after 911 received a call.
March 22 at 3:41 p.m. - Spokane Police responded to the area of Thor and Cleveland on a report of a shooting
March 15 at 12:24 p.m. - The suspect is described as a white male in his 40’s, about 6ft with a medium build and last seen wearing a tan jacket, ball cap, hoodie & blue jeans.
March 14 at 5 p.m. - SPD arrests suspect for a stabbing and unlawful imprisonment in a domestic violence incident, suspect released by court after first appearance.
March 13 at 7:13 a.m. - The Spokane Police Department is currently investigating a serious traffic collision which occurred on Highway 2 near Spotted Road.
March 12 at 3:51 p.m. - On 3-5-24 at 4:48am, SPD responded to a burglary in the 800 block of West Riverside Avenue.
March 12 at 1:27 p.m. - The City Of Spokane and Spokane Police Department honor fallen Washington State Trooper
March 11 at 8:51 a.m. - After an injury collision SPD Officers arrest a woman for DUI/vehicular assault, no interlock device when required and driving while license suspended
March 7 at 5:03 p.m. - The mother of a teenager in jail for an April 2023 homicide also booked for murder in the case
March 6 at 2:37 p.m. - SPD arrests suspect involved in string of local commercial burglaries after patrol officers recognize suspect from security video.
March 5 at 4:53 p.m. - DUI emphasis officers arrest a man for impaired driving during a traffic stop & then arrest his wife for the same crime when she pulls up to the scene
March 5 at 2:32 p.m. - SPD arrests male for malicious mischief after causing over $10,000.00 of damage to medical care facility, Hostage Team negotiators respond to assist.
March 5 at 8:18 a.m. - A former Pasco Police Officer was sentenced in a Spokane cold case murder that spanned 38 years and resulted in two trials.
March 4 at 1:10 p.m. - Spokane Police Officers, SWAT, HNT, EDU & K9 respond to an armed barricaded subject who attempted to light his residence on fire with a victim inside.
March 4 at 7:49 a.m. - SPD arrests male for 1st degree robbery, store clerk stabbed during theft of a water bottle
March 1 at 4:03 p.m. - SPD seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a male who brazenly hit a business owner over the head with a flower pot.
March 1 at 1:13 p.m. - Spokane Police Department arrests eight-time convicted felon in relation to drive by shooting.
March 1 at 8:44 a.m. - SPD seeking assistance in identifying a theft suspect who has been stealing items from hospital patients.
Feb. 29 at 4:33 p.m. - SPD arrests suspect for felony theft after cell phone stolen from a blind victim
Feb. 29 at 9:04 a.m. - Feb. 28, 2024 Jermaine J. Green was sentenced to more than 13 years in prison for vehicular homicide. The sentence stemmed from a collision in 2022.
Feb. 26 at 4:49 p.m. - SPD officers, investigators and members of specialty units respond to a high number of critical incidents creating a challenge for police resources.
Feb. 22 at 3:28 p.m. - SPD requests public assistance in locating missing endangered indigenous female
Feb. 21 at 1:52 p.m. - SPD completes investigation into SCSO sergeant’s actions in the arrest of a man last August, charges forwarded to prosecutor.
Feb. 20 at 4:37 p.m. - SPD offers anti-theft device in a continuing effort to curb vehicle theft issues plaguing KIA and Hyundai owners
Feb. 20 at 2:16 p.m. - Spokane Police Officers arrest two men for felony assault charges after a standoff on the South Hill.
Feb. 20 at 12:08 p.m. - Spokane Police take a man into custody after he threatened suicide with a gun and inferred he would harm his four-year-old child.
Feb. 19 at 9:47 a.m. - SPD’s investigation into a shooting on 2-16-24 continues, multiple arrests made, one person deceased
Feb. 15 at 4:02 p.m. - SPD arrests prolific burglary suspect with additional investigations ongoing
Feb. 13 at 8:16 a.m. - Spokane Police Officers were involved in an officer involved shooting Monday afternoon.
Feb. 12 at 9:39 a.m. - Spokane Police Officers were involved in an officer involved shooting early Monday, Feb. 12.
Feb. 9 at 5 p.m. - SPD arrests teenager, after he assaulted a female juvenile, displayed a stolen gun to witnesses, and fought with police.
Feb. 9 at 4:52 p.m. - SPD wants to make Spokane residents aware of a possible new scam being used in the area to steal your money and possibly your identity.
Feb. 9 at 4:46 p.m. - SPD arrested a homicide suspect wanted for second degree murder. The arrest is related to a shooting call that occurred last week.
Feb. 8 at 10:22 a.m. - After being alerted to a possible murder suspect, SPD arrests a criminal for two counts of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm 1st Degree.
Feb. 7 at 6:57 a.m. - On 2-5-24 at approximately 3:30pm, Spokane Police Officers responded to the Target store in the 4900 block of South Regal on the report of a theft.
Feb. 5 at 11:55 a.m. - Driver arrested for vehicular homicide.
Feb. 2 at 4:34 p.m. - The suspect is facing extradition back to Spokane
Feb. 2 at 4:26 p.m. - SPD responds to shooting call, one person deceased
Feb. 2 at 8:42 a.m. - Combined SPD/SCSO SWAT responds to hours long hostage situation, suspect arrested and children rescued.
Feb. 2 at 8:40 a.m. - Hours long barricade situation ends with suspect arrested without incident.
Feb. 1 at 7:36 a.m. - Spokane Police Officers were involved in an officer involved shooting Wednesday evening in the area of Cliff Avenue and Stevens Street.
Jan. 29 at 8:21 a.m. - The shooting suspect was located within 4 minutes, arrested and booked into jail
Jan. 26 at 3:56 p.m. - The SPD Stolen Property Enforcement and Recovery (SPEAR) team completed a vehicle prowling/trafficking stolen property investigation this week.
Jan. 26 at 8:32 a.m. - Today, 1/25/24, in Spokane County Superior Court, a jury found the impaired driver guilty of vehicular homicide.
Jan. 25 at 2:19 p.m. - Spokane Police officers responded to the 2600 block of East Desmet on a report of a structure fire.
Jan. 24 at 2:24 p.m. - Spokane Police officers responded to a call of a man shot at a residence in the 3300 block of E. 55th Ave.
Jan. 19 at 6:35 p.m. - Man who went on violent crime spree in Downtown Spokane booked into jail
Jan. 18 at 2:50 p.m. - Patrick has been located and is safe. Thank you for your assistance.
Jan. 16 at 7:54 a.m. - SPD SPEAR Team has success with holiday package theft operation
Jan. 16 at 7:53 a.m. - Second suspect in a drive-by shooting last May arrested in Idaho
Jan. 12 at 8:52 a.m. - Major Crimes Unit arrests suspect for Murder stemming from seemingly unprovoked 2021 attack.
Jan. 10 at 4:42 p.m. - SPD seeks assistance in identifying suspect in attempted carjacking
Jan. 9 at 8:12 a.m. - Spokane Police arrest two following armed burglary, vehicle theft, and multi-agency pursuit
Jan. 4 at 4:12 p.m. - SPD is constantly evolving to better serve the community - see highlights, with special mention of highlights under Chief Meidl’s tenure at SPD.
Jan. 4 at 8:32 a.m. - SPD arrests suspect in shooting incident, along with related previous violent episodes
Jan. 2 at 9:26 a.m. - The male has been identified, thank you for your help.
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
Julie Humphreys
509.622.5868
jhumphreys@spokanepolice.org
Crime Check: 509.456.2233
Tipline: 509.242.TIPS (8477)
My Spokane: 311, or for outside city limits, 509.755.CITY (2489)
spdwebmail@spokanepolice.org
