Stalking Case Against Trevor DeLorme Was Dismissed
A Pasco court dropped the charges days before a scheduled trial regarding an alleged incident involving a state senator.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Sex Crimes
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A Pasco court dismissed a stalking case against Trevor DeLorme on October 13, 2026. The dismissal occurred just days before the scheduled trial for the defendant.
Why it matters
The case involved allegations that DeLorme photographed a property belonging to State Senator Nikki Torres, which is the residence of her daughter and granddaughter. DeLorme maintained that he was gathering evidence to challenge the residency status of Senator Torres for campaign purposes.
The court dismissed the stalking charges on October 13, 2026, ending a legal process that began after police were contacted regarding photography activities. The status of any potential future filings or appeals remains unknown.
The players
Trevor DeLorme
He was the defendant in a stalking case involving allegations of photographing a private property.
Nikki Torres
She is a State Senator who owns the property that was allegedly photographed by the defendant.
The details
Trevor DeLorme was arrested after allegedly photographing a property owned by State Senator Nikki Torres starting in April 2026. The senator's daughter contacted local authorities after discovering the photography, leading to the stalking case that was ultimately dropped.
Timeline
Trevor DeLorme began photographing the property in April 2026.
The court dismissed the case on October 13, 2026.
The trial was originally scheduled to begin in October 2026.
Legal Context
This case sits at the intersection of privacy concerns and the enforcement of Washington state campaign residency requirements. The dismissal marks a conclusion to a conflict that saw a local resident attempt to challenge the eligibility of an elected official.
The dismissal of the charges against the defendant means the court case is now closed, ending the local legal proceedings associated with the incident. There are no ongoing safety advisories or new security measures identified for Pasco residents following this development.
The takeaway
The dismissal of the case highlights the legal complexities involved when private individuals conduct their own investigations into public officials. Residents involved in similar disputes should rely on official electoral channels to challenge residency claims rather than independent surveillance.
Further reading
For more on local investigations, visit the Pasco Sex Crimes section.
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