Lynnwood dad’s unsecured gun leads to bombs and massive arsenal
LYNNWOOD—In an unexpected turn of events that began with a 4-year-old boy’s accidental shooting of his mother in their Wildwood Townhomes residence in unincorporated Lynnwood, 44-year-old David James Neff, an employee of West Coast Armory North in unincorporated South Everett, now faces a slew of felony charges—two counts of unlawful possession of a firearm, two […]
Fatal shooting on the steps of Pursuit Church in Seattle’s University District
SEATTLE—A 28-year-old man, Lebron Givuan, was fatally shot in the chest on the steps of Pursuit Seattle Church in Seattle’s University District on Thursday evening, marking the city’s 23rd homicide of the year. Up to 30 bullet casings were found at the scene. “A man was murdered in front of his wife and son while […]
4-Year-Old Lynnwood boy accidentally shoots mother
LYNNWOOD—In a reminder of the critical importance of secure firearm storage in households with children, a 4-year-old boy in unincorporated Lynnwood accidentally shot his mother after accessing a loaded gun left unsecured by his sleeping father. The incident, which resulted in non-life-threatening injuries to the mother and minor injuries to the child. South County Deputies […]
Shooting at Memorial Park in Sedro-Woolley leaves one dead, five injured
SEDRO-WOOLLEY—Edgar Alejandro Fuentes, Jr, 22, is currently in custody related to a shooting at Memorial Park in Sedro-Woolley, that has killed one and injured five. Police recovered two firearms and are investigating with no current public threat. On July 5, 2025, at approximately 11:19 p.m., Sedro-Woolley Police Officers responded to reports of a weapons offense […]
Jayda, forever 13, remains a symbol of a life taken too soon and a call for change
MUKILTEO—Roughly 200 gathered at Mukilteo Lighthouse Park on Thursday, July 3, to celebrate the life of Jayda Johnson, whose life was tragically cut short when a stray bullet, allegedly fired by Samuel Gizaw, struck and killed the seventh grader in the food court of the Alderwood Mall. Now, one year later, the family is still […]
Forever 13: Community invited to remembrance event of Jayda Johnson at Mukilteo Lighthouse Park
LYNNWOOD—One year after the tragic death of 13-year-old Jayda Johnson in a mall shooting, her family in collaboration with Support 7 are organizing a remembrance event on July 3, 2025, from 7 to 10 p.m. at Mukilteo Lighthouse Park to honor her memory and advocate for stronger measures to prevent youth violence. The gathering aims […]
Youth Empowerment Conference: Violence & Drugs Can’t Live Here!
EVERETT—The Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee hosted the Youth Empowerment for Safer Communities Conference on Saturday, March 15, bringing together young adults and community leaders to address gun violence and drug abuse within the community. The keynote speaker for the event was Jose Garcia, Founder and CEO, Hope for Homies. With exercises and discussions around […]
15-y/o and 13-y/o arrested in shooting incident near Alderwood Mall
LYNNWOOD—First reported by KOMO News, on Tuesday, February 25, a 15-year-old boy accidentally shot himself in the groin near Alderwood Mall then later attempted to escape custody at the hospital. A second teen, a 13-year-old boy accompanying the 15-year-old, was also arrested. Lynnwood Police rushed to the JR Furniture where they discovered a 15-year-old boy […]
Third South County shooting of teen in 10 days
EDMONDS—An 18-year-old male is in critical condition after being shot by a firearm just before 2:30 a.m. Thursday, January 9, near the Edmonds fishing pier. The victim was walking with his sister when they encountered a group of four to six males just west of Dayton Street and Admiral Way. After a brief verbal exchange, […]
Mukilteo PD among 12 agencies awarded funds by AG’s Office to combat gun violence
SEATTLE—The Mukilteo Police Department is among 12 local law enforcement agencies across Washington state receiving monies for gun violence prevention efforts. Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced on December 12 that his office will be awarding nearly $2 million to local police departments, tribal law enforcement and sheriff’s offices across Washington state to fund efforts such […]
