Latest Public Safety News Releases

Sept. 9

SPD Asking for Help Identifying Suspects in an Arson

5:05 p.m. - SPD Investigators are seeking the publics’ help to identify several suspects in a recent arson.

Sept. 5

Fugitive From Idaho Located in Spokane; Booked on Multiple Charges

10:06 a.m. - Specialty units responded to take a wanted fugitive into custody.

Sept. 4

SFD's 7th Annual Kids Jr Firefighter Academy

4:42 p.m. - This free event lets kids and families experience what it is like to be a firefighter, learn important safety information, and have fun!

Sept. 3

Arrest Made in Burglary that Resulted in Theft of Firearms

1:12 p.m. - Fast response by officers identifies suspects and recovery of several of the stolen guns, investigation ongoing.

Sept. 2

Brief Standoff in West Spokane Ends Peacefully

4:18 p.m. - Brief standoff in West Spokane ends peacefully after Domestic Violence suspect taken into custody.

Domestic Violence Suspect Arrested for Multiple Felonies

12:13 p.m. - Domestic Violence Suspect Arrested for Multiple Felonies

Aug. 29

Fleeing Felon Taken Into Custody; Firearm Recovered

2:08 p.m. - Fleeing felon in custody after officers observed him armed with a handgun near Downtown; gun recovered after it was thrown from suspect’s vehicle.

Aug. 28

Back to School Traffic Safety

4:35 p.m. - As children head back to school, the Spokane Police Department is asking everyone to reduce their speeds and be sure to pay attention while driving.

Aug. 25

Man Rescued in House Fire, Rushed to Hospital in Critical Condition

1:48 p.m. - Firefighters rescued the fire victim less than four minutes after arrival.

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.