Public Safety News Releases for Week of Sunday, June 24, 2018

June 28

SFD reminds citizens that fireworks are illegal

2:04 p.m. - With the Fourth of July holiday just one week away, SFD reminds everyone that the sale and use of all amateur fireworks is illegal.

Have fun and stay safe at Hoopfest

11:01 a.m. - The Spokane Police and Fire Departments want to remind HoopFest fans to have fun and also stay safe

House fire remains under investigation

10:12 a.m. - A fire remains under investigation after damaging a detached garage and spreading to an unoccupied home in east central Spokane.

June 26

Points for the Citizens' Assist on Robbery Arrest

11:15 p.m. - Neighbors in the Cannon park area band together to help Spokane Police corral a Robbery suspect.

Law Enforcement Officers from Across the Nation Carry “Flame Of Hope”

3:34 p.m. - Law Enforcement Officers from Across the Nation Carry “Flame Of Hope” To Opening Ceremony of the 2018 Special Olympics USA Games in Seattle

June 24

Woman defends herself against attack near TJ Meenach Bridge

11:39 a.m. - A woman reported an unknown male suspect held her at gunpoint while attempting to drag her to a secluded location.