Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell on recent shootings
LYNNWOOD, Wash., July 15, 2022 — Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell released a statement to residents regarding the recent drive-by shootings in the area that have left two teens dead and another two teens with nonlife threatening gunshot wounds. She remains “committed to ensuring that Lynnwood’s Parks” and “neighborhoods are a safe” and that both she […]
Two teens dead in second drive-by shooting in Lynnwood
LYNNWOOD, Wash., July 15, 2022 – Shortly after 9:15 p.m. on Thursday, July 14, two juvenile males, 15 and 16 years-old, were shot during a drive-by shooting at Spruce Park, just blocks from an earlier gang-related shooting approximately 2 p.m. the previous day. Lynnwood Police have confirmed that both victims have died from their injuries. […]
Exclusive interview with Marysville Police Chief Erik Scairpon
MARYVSILLE, Wash. – In our ongoing podcast series on public safety, Lynnwood Times contributor Bo Brusco interviews Chief Erik Scairpon of the Marysville Police Department about staffing shortages and the importance of prioritizing officer wellness. With 80 commissioned positions, the Marysville Police Department (MPD) is the third-largest law enforcement agency in Snohomish County. Today, the […]
Manhunt underway for Lynnwood shooting suspect Lane Scott Phipps
LYNNWOOD — Lynnwood Police Department has probable cause for the arrest of Lane Scott Phipps DOB/02-22-1996. He is described as 5’11”, 185lbs, with blue eyes. He is wanted for Assault 1st Degree, Felony Harassment, and additional crimes committed on July 5, 2022, at the Lynnwood Pick-N-Pull. He also has active warrants for his arrest including […]
Exclusive interview with Everett Police Chief Dan Templeman
EVERETT — In continuing our podcast series on public safety, Lynnwood Times journalist Bo Brusco deep dives with Everett Police Chief Dan Templeman to discuss staffing shortages, how resignations and retirements lead to losing years of valuable experience, and the importance of mental health in the law enforcement profession. Dwindling applicant pools, early retirement and […]
Lynnwood Mayor Frizzell talks recovery, public safety, and equity during State of the City address
LYNNWOOD, Wash., June 29, 2022 — Mayor Christine Frizzell delivered her first State of the City address on Tuesday via online video. Her major talking points included Covid recovery, public safety, city projects, and equity. Throughout her remarks, she reiterated that Lynnwood is a welcoming place for everyone and even invited residents to share their input on […]
BREAKING: Armed carjacking in Lynnwood City Center
LYNNWOOD, Wash., June 24, 2022 – At 2:40pm today, a man stopped his R/V in the parking lot of the Lamps Plus at 3611 196th ST SW and then wandered out into traffic, waving a gun. He then shot two or three times into a vehicle occupied by a woman in her twenties. The suspect […]
Jane seeks revenge at Lynnwood pregnancy clinic
LYNNWOOD, Wash., June 22, 2022 – On Wednesday, May 25, at approximately 2 a.m., Next Step Pregnancy Services’ ADT alarm system went off. When Executive Director Heather Vasquez and her team showed up for work later that morning, they found five of their clinic’s windows smashed and hateful graffiti painted across the front and back […]
Lynnwood burglary suspect arrested by SWAT team
LYNNWOOD, Wash., June 19, 2022 – Today, Lynnwood Police with the aid of North Sound Metro SWAT team apprehended a burglary suspect who barricaded himself in a local business between 196th ST SW and 200th ST SW after a five-hour standoff. Highway 99 was closed in both directions but reopened at 8:50 a.m. Lynnwood Police […]
Lynnwood approves new accountant position, recognizes Juneteenth, and discusses Town Square Park finance options
LYNNWOOD – The Lynnwood City Council approved a new part-time accountant position, utilizing up to $125,000 of American Rescue Plan Act Funds, recognized the Public Works Department and Juneteenth, and discussed finance options for the Town Square Park acquisition, during its Business Meeting on Monday, June 13. Public Works spotlight Public Works Director Bill Franz […]
