Thieves Steal Championship Rings From Spokane Home
Family heirlooms, including three championship rings, were taken from a Spokane home while the owner was visiting Montana.
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Spokane Crime News
Crime in Spokane runs on law enforcement activity, court cases, public safety initiatives and justice system developments, and coverage here follows all of it. Reporting focuses on incidents, agency policies and the legal proceedings that resolve them.
Sex Crimes
David Tibbett Pleads Not Guilty in 1986 Murder Case
The 74-year-old defendant faces charges related to the 1986 strangulation death of Mary Ann Turner in Spokane.
Property Crime
Spokane Teens Target Halloween Decorations in Vandalism Spree
Local police are investigating a series of property vandalism reports involving yard decorations destroyed by teenagers.
Accidents
Driver Flees Scene After Striking Spokane School Bus
A hit-and-run driver struck a school bus carrying 40 students in Spokane on Friday afternoon.
Law Enforcement
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Spokane Police Clarify Stance on License Plate Readers
The department confirmed it does not use automated license plate reader technology in its current traffic camera network.
Crime — General
Judge to Rule on Arson Case Friday in Spokane
A Spokane judge will hold a hearing to evaluate a defendant's competency to stand trial for the Old Trails Fire.
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This section follows investigations into criminal activity, police department operations, court appearances and shifts in public safety policy. Reporting spans the city and the communities around it where these developments take place. The local court calendar and regional law enforcement priorities often shape the flow of news in this area. Legislation affecting sentencing and staffing levels for public agencies serves as a frequent constraint on how these stories unfold.