Lynnwood police seek witnesses to Swift Bus stop shooting
LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood Police are seeking witnesses to a shooting that occurred Friday evening at a Swift Bus stop. No injuries were reported. On April 18th just after 9pm, two unidentified male suspects got into a confrontation with a male passenger at the Swift Bus Stop located in the 19900 block of Highway 99. Both suspects were […]
Lynnwood Police seeks public help in attempted child abduction
LYNNWOOD—On April 14th at about 4:30 p.m. Lynnwood Police Officers responded to the 7300 block of 202nd ST SW to investigate reports of an attempted abduction. After interviewing involved parties, officers determined three juvenile males were riding their bikes on the public trail behind the golf course. They were approached by an unknown male who suddenly […]
Lynnwood Police arrest 17 in retail theft operation
LYNNWOOD—During a special retail theft emphasis operation at the Lynnwood Fred Meyer on Saturday, March 29, officers and detectives with the Lynnwood Police Department made a total of 17 arrests and 1 trespass—half of those arrested were not residents of Lynnwood. “The Lynnwood Police Department is committed to making our city a fun and safe […]
Register today for 2025 Lynnwood Police Youth Camp
LYNNWOOD—Registration is now open for the Lynnwood Police Camp for youth ages 11 to 14 years. All county youth are encouraged to apply; however, space is limited! It’s a fun five days of learning safety skills, team building, leadership development, physical activities and much more! This will give youth a chance to interact with law enforcement and have […]
Lynnwood Police Chief selected to serve on State-Wide Law Enforcement Agency Board
LYNNWOOD—The City of Lynnwood today announced that Police Chief Cole Langdon has been appointed to serve as Chief-At-Large of the Board of the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC). “Chief Langdon is a respected leader both within his community but also regionally and we appreciate him joining our board,” said Steve Strachan, WASPC […]
A Special Retail Theft Emphasis operation by Lynnwood Police nabs 14 thieves
LYNNWOOD—On January 29, 2025, officers and detectives with the Lynnwood Police Department conducted a special retail theft emphasis at the Lynnwood Fred Meyer. During this 6-hour retail theft emphasis, Lynnwood officers made 14 arrests. During interviews, Lynnwood Detectives learned that at least 8 of the 14 arrested indicated they were not residents of Lynnwood. In […]
Lynnwood police chief says state law ties the hands of police in illegal immigration enforcement
LYNNWOOD—In a message to residents on Friday, Lynnwood Police Chief Cole Langdon shared that the Keep Washington Working Act prevents law enforcement from assisting in immigration enforcement. Last Friday, Mukilteo Police Chief Andy Illyn shared a similar stance. Below is his community message in its entirety: As your Chief of Police, I want to take a moment to reaffirm the […]
Lynnwood Police release footage of New Year’s Eve shooting suspects
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood Police Department is asking for your help to identify two suspects in the New Year’s Eve shooting near the 19700 block of 68th Ave West that killed a 14-year-old boy and injured another juvenile. If you live in the vicinity of 68th Ave West, please check your security footage from Tuesday, December 31st, […]
Lynnwood Police team up with Bellevue PD to teach free women’s self-defense class
LYNNWOOD—In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Lynnwood Police Department and Bellevue Police Department teamed up to present a free Women’s Self Defense Workshop on Saturday, October 26, at the Lynnwood Police Department Community Room. “We had an amazing day at our women’s self-defense workshop,” Maren McKay, Public Information Officer for the Lynnwood Police […]
Lynnwood Police Weekly Review: Police seeking burglary suspect
LYNNWOOD—Below is the Lynnwood Police Weekly Review Media Board Spreadsheet for September 8 to September 14, 2024. The video highlights notable LPD incidents by Public Affairs & Communications Manager Maren McKay the week ending September 20, 2024. Check out Lynnwood Police Department’s new YouTube Series called, “On The Road.” To learn more, click here.
