Lynnwood Councilwoman Derica Escamilla denies the evidence, says her dog never ‘bit a human’
LYNNWOOD—During Council Comments at the City Council Meeting on Monday, October 6, 2025, Lynnwood Councilwoman Derica Escamilla denied that her 109-pound, 2-year-old male Dogo Argentino/Boxer mix named Sumo has ever bitten anyone. She also denied that the dog has ever attacked a human. “Just clarify,” Escamilla said, “My dog has not bit a human for […]
Councilwoman’s Dog Sparks Outrage: Deadly Dog Attack, Alleged Cover-Up, and a City’s Failure to Act
LYNNWOOD—Multiple Lynnwood residents shared their concerns with the Lynnwood Times of a dog in their neighborhood that, after multiple attacks, has yet to be classified as a Dangerous Animal. The dog has bitten two people, leaving one unable to work, and has bitten at least three dogs, contributing to the death of one—all in less […]
Victory for Goats! Lynnwood-based Zumiez drops cashmere and mohair after PETA push
LYNNWOOD—Goat-shaped vegan chocolates are on the way from PETA to Zumiez after the Lynnwood-based retailer confirmed it has stopped selling cashmere and mohair. PETA shared information with the company about how these industries torment goats for their coats before they’re violently killed, and Zumiez has now confirmed to PETA that its website is cashmere- and […]
Washington is one step closer to holding animal abusers accountable
OLYMPIA—Justice for animals against their abusers moves one step closer within Washington state with the near unanimous passage in House of Representatives on January 29 of HB- 1961, a bill that would strengthen penalties for the most egregious acts of animal cruelty. “Inconsistency in sentencing only benefits abusers. House Bill 1961 would establish a clear […]
Another pooch found in Yakima dog killings string, PETA and Pasado’s offering $10,000 reward
YAKIMA COUNTY, Wash., September 12, 2023—Another dead dog was found in Yakima County on August 20 believed to be a part of a string of animal abuse killings in the area. According to Sultan-based animal shelter Pasado’s Safe Haven, a father and daughter found the 4-year-old female brown mastiff, with two gunshot wounds, in the […]
String of dog killings sparks investigation by Sultan-based animal shelter
YAKIMA, Wash., June 22, 2023—Pasado’s Safe Haven, a Sultan-based animal sanctuary and rescue organization, is teaming up with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) to offer a $10,000 award for information leading to the arrest of those responsible for a string of dog killings in the Yakima Valley area. Since March of 2023, […]
