Inmates who died in Snohomish County Jail identified
EVERETT—A 36-year-old man who was found unresponsive inside his cell at the Snohomish County Jail around 11 a.m. on Monday, January 15, has been identified as Brendon E. Tesch, of Marysville, according to the Snohomish County Medical Examiner’s Office. His last known address was Lake Stevens. The cause and manner of death are pending. The Snohomish County […]
Republicans voice opposition to allowing incarcerated murderers and rapists to serve as jurors, vote, run for office
OLYMPIA—On Tuesday, January 16, the House State Government and Tribal Relations Committee held a public hearing on a bill that would allow convicted serial murderers and rapists to serve as jurors, vote, and run for elected office while in prison. The three Republicans on the committee, ranking member Rep. Greg Cheney, R-Battle Ground, assistant ranking […]
K-9 Knox takes a bite out of crime
EVERETT—After being “apprehended” by a member of the Snohomish County Sheriff Office’s K-9 team, most perpetrators would simply comply with officers and accept their arrest. However, for a suspect in Everett, K-9 Knox had to show him twice, that crime doesn’t pay. On January 9, there was a shooting incident in the 700 block 112th […]
36-year-old inmate from Lake Stevens found dead in Snohomish County Jail
EVERETT—A 36-year-old man from Lake Stevens was found unresponsive inside his cell at the Snohomish County Jail around 11 a.m. on Monday, January 15. According to the Sheriff’s Office, during a routine check, a corrections deputy discovered the inmate unresponsive inside of his cell. Corrections staff immediately called a medical emergency and began lifesaving measures. […]
Lynnwood Police looking for two males in attempted armed carjacking
LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood Police are looking for two Black males who opened fire at a vehicle narrowly missing the driver in an apparent armed carjacking attempt. At approximately 1 a.m., January 12, Lynnwood Police responded to an assault in the 7500 block of 196th (near QFC Parking lot). When they arrived, they learned that two males attempted […]
A look back at 2023: Lifestyle stories
To continue with the Lynnwood Times’ Year in Review series, the Lynnwood Times is highlighting the top 2023 lifestyle stories. From LGBTQ+ issues to breaking barriers to dog shows to protests to volunteerism, a lot of history was made in several Snohomish County cities in 2023. Local students walk out in protest to show support […]
A look back at 2023: Public Safety stories
To continue with the Lynnwood Times’ Year in Review series, the Lynnwood Times is highlighting the top 2023 public safety stories. There were a lot of new faces leading law enforcement in 2023, the passage of a gun control ban, a special session to address the “Blake Fix,” record car thefts throughout the state, and […]
Arrest made in fatal New Years Eve shooting at Lake Stevens apartment
LAKE STEVENS—Joshua Mathew Kelly, 22, was arrested for second degree murder of an adult male he allegedly shot on New Year Eve in Lake Stevens Manor Apartments located at 12703 16th Street NE in Lake Stevens. At approximately 3:35 a.m. on December 31, 2023, Lake Stevens police responded to a report of a shooting in […]
Lynnwood smoke shop burglarized of $3,000 of merchandise
LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood police are seeking information leading to the arrest of two individuals involved in an early Friday morning burglary of Premium Cigar & Pipes, a smoke shop, located at 17711 HWY 99 in Lynnwood. First reported by KOMO News, the incident took place at 5:20 a.m. on December 29. A white van pulled into the […]
Sheriff Deputies and Costco donated hams to replenish local food bank after burglary
ARLINGTON—The Snohomish County Food Bank in Arlington fell victim to a burglary on the morning of December 15 resulting in damage to their cooler and theft of food. Arlington Police Department officers identified the suspect, who was driving a stolen truck connected to the burglary. When officers attempted to stop the truck, the suspect fled; […]
