Judge Cuts Yarbrough Sentence to 20 Years
Pierce County Superior Court reduced the 724-month sentence of Verrick Vere Yarbrough, convicted in a 2006 Tacoma shooting that killed one person.
Tacoma Crime News
Across Tacoma, coverage here takes in criminal activity, law enforcement operations, the justice system and public safety trends. Reporting encompasses incidents as they occur and the broader institutional response.
Property Crime
Burglars Ram Truck Into Tacoma Card Shop
Thieves stole about $50,000 in Magic: The Gathering and Pokémon cards from Northwest Sportscards early Monday morning.
Violence
Final Tacoma Defendant Sentenced for Fatal Shooting
The last of three men involved in a 2025 shooting death in Tacoma has received an 11-year prison sentence.
Accidents
Tacoma Vehicle Crash Leaves One Dead, One Critical
A single-vehicle accident occurred early Tuesday morning at an intersection in Tacoma.
Law Enforcement
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Tacoma Activates Speed Cameras on Major Roadways
The city has launched new automated speed enforcement on Norpoint Way and Marine View Drive to improve safety.
Criminal Justice
Pierce County Judge Dismissed Assault Case Against Student
Prosecutors dropped charges against a 16-year-old student after evidence suggested the incident was an act of self-defense.
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