West Seattle median real estate price is $905,536, which is more expensive than 81.7% of the neighborhoods in Washington and 90.6% of the neighborhoods in the U.S. Its a one-ton F350. In addition, the main tourist attractions like Pike Place Market, Seattle Center, the Space Needle, and waterfront attractions are safe to explore. how long does marijuana (weed) stay in your system?, judges rulings over years in previous unrelated vehicular homicide cases with similar circumstances, On behalf of Robbs widow Claudia, I am inviting any of you that are able to attend this coming arraignment on Monday, January 9th, 2023. Disclosure: Travel Lemming is an independent reader-supported blog. live: false, Im from Houston, and when I was in Seattle I lived on 4th and Clay in Belltown by the Spaceneedle. Most states that have 2 party consent laws allow the use of recordings in documenting evidence of a crime I believe even if the other party does not consent. ); early-morning gunfire; prowler/burglar alert, Driver crashes stolen car on Sylvan Way after Westwood Village incident, Two DUI suspects arrested; break-in attempt; package taken, 2 victims show up at hospitals after gunfire, Stolen red Blazer (update: found); car prowlers; window broken, Bellevue Rare Coins robbed in The Junction, Work truck taken in North Highline home invasion (update: found); man hurt in street confrontation; confirmed gunfire, Tank taken; suspected catalytic-converter theft, Stolen work van; 3 catalytic converters taken, Shooting suspect in court; bus assault; cara break-in, Car theft/burglary followup; recognize this lost wheel, First the catalytic converter, then the entire truck, Another distinctive van to watch for; 2 gunfire-on-the-road incidents; window-smashing followup, 6 reports, from robberies to catalytic-converter theft to found/dumped items, Another stolen pickup (found); charge filed in theft of delivery drivers car; business break-in attempt, Former doctor sentenced for pandemic-loan fraud, Assault arrest; apparently abandoned white car, Cigarettes-forgetting car-theft suspect charged, Stolen climbing gear; package-theft aftermath, Helicopter-assisted search in Highland Park, Unusual dumped-likely-stolen item; mail mystery, Car hit by gunfire, store robbed, stolen vehicle found, Recognize this thief? The area around it may make some feel uneasy when its dark out. Purely speculation: given their search history Im guessing they were under the influence of marijuana and accidentally drifted into the other lane. Most DUI fatal accidents statewide in recent years have involved THC according to WSP/WSDOT. [CDATA[ . But I find it a beautiful city in many ways. I feel for his friends and family grieving him.A friend of mine was just killed in a hit and run in Burien on December 12th. But Ive never had any issues so far as I also get home before dark. What is the difference is enforcement. Most homes in Seattle are not equipped with air conditioning, so youll want to make sure you stay hydrated and find places to stay cool. The report says that increase has resulted in homeowners paying an average of $675 more per month . Im glad they found him and that he will be held accountable, but am SUPER curious about the how parts. Please enter your username or e-mail address. 20-year-old Mohamed Yusuf was driving eastbound in his sedan. Location sponsored by: The local population of BIPOC people is not particularly high in Seattle as in other states. Number three is alcohol alone. Buy from one of Seattles reputable dispensaries, and know youll have to use cash to make your purchase. Police responded to assist Seattle Fire Department with a person who sustained a life-threatening injury late Monday evening. Seattle police report there have been 414 calls for service this year in that general area of West Seattle, but said the numbers do not reflect an increase of crime so far. But this was in 2019, I am trying to move back soon. He will likely even keep his license.We have a vulnerable roadway users state law on the books thats intended to hike punishments in cases like this, but it almost never comes into play since it certain charges that are rarely used. News tip? The courts hold no reasonable right to privacy in your backyard, believe it or not but thats how it is.The notification (eg the sticker) applies to audio only. View Police Reports. WEST SEATTLE MUSIC: 2 more chances to create it and/or enjoy it; WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: Car taken from business, stolen-likely-dumped wheels, plus 2 case followups; BIZNOTE: Delridge Grocery Co-op adding another day; WEST SEATTLE WEATHER: New alert for more snow; Community Organizations Im so sorry to hear of your friends death. Comments here show schools are, again in a lose lose situation. If youre planning to partake when here, make sure you know the laws, and be smart about where and when you use it. He was riding an electric bicycle and wearing a yellow safety vest. Seattle faces dire challenges, including homelessness and rise in violent crime - in pictures A ferry and a tanker pass through Puget Sound near Seattle's Pike Place market. Im very happy to hear the police have a suspect. Your chance of being a victim of crime in the Seattle metro area may be as high as 1 in 16 in the west neighborhoods, or as low as 1 in 39 in the east part of the metro area. Im glad SPD followed through on this one at least, especially with their disappointing clearance rates. Thank you for sharing this West Seattle Blog team! See the section on interpreting the crime map, however, because comparing rates for crime or any other crime is not as intuitive as it may seem. No joke. Glad the alleged culprit has been apprehended. If you ever feel like youve wandered into an unsafe neighborhood, dont be afraid to leave immediately. In 2022, the city recorded 48 homicides, 1654 robberies, 8018 burglaries, and 6244 incidents of motor vehicle theft. MYSTERY: Who crocheted and donated dozens of snowflakes? Its the first day of the month Wednesday, March 1st. Crime Data Map (Offenses) This map displays finalized (approved) crime reports over the past 7 days. Thank god for lawyers. West Seattle residents report that the community is overall very relaxed, creating a safe environment for everyone. This kind of treatment is common with traffic deaths, even when theyre hit&runs or DUIs. I dont want him driving in W. Seattle ever again if possible. Thanks, Your email address will not be published. Sounds like the prosecution is alleging that the driver attempted to overtake the rider illegally, recklessly, and at a high rate of speed and was surprised that the rider performed a left turn at the crosswalk. General Offense (GO) Reports in PDF format are available for almost all crimes reported to SPD. 20 yr old driving 30 mph over the speed limit kills Robb Mason on July 15th 2022. King Street Station is in the International District. Interesting. Call an uber, take a taxi, ride the bus or light rail, and move with purpose so no one thinks youre lost and tries to take advantage of this. Youre saying that your parents would have been embarrassed if youd chosen a career that involved defending the U.S. Constitution? Granted, its colder and wetter in Pacific NW than in SoCal My favorite is Space Needle/Armoury area in the summer. Remain vigilant and aware of your surroundings and youll be perfectly fine. The thief with the hiking boots with the red laces should be easy to spot out in public, keep your eyes open West Seattle. A lawyer, on the other hand, advises them to not answer the door. by Public Affairs on December 27, 2022 10:41 am. WSB COVERAGE NOTE: The newest crime stories weve covered are always atop this archive. At 40 mph only one person will statistically survive. ==============, How to contact SWP Crime Prevention coordinator Jennifer Danner, Does a registered sex offender live near you? Stay out of your car. Crooks steal these powerful trucks to ram them through storefronts or the sides of retail buildings in an effort to grab merchandise or cash. Arraignments on that day begin at 8:30am and there is nopre-scheduled order in which each arraignment begins. Visitors will not encounter it on a visit to Seattle. version: 2, It states recreational Marijuana was approved in 2012. Stolen was a black and white Dynamic Disc paratrooper bag (picture attached). Both things can be true at the same time. And if youre still having trouble deciding where to stay in Seattle, check out my article for even more details on the most visitor-friendly areas. There are no particularly dangerous and unsafe neighborhoods in Seattle that you should never visit. Plenty of time to skip town. 12/9/2021: Mace-attack suspect charged; theft victim hit again], 12/8/2021: Burglary arrests; business-incidents suspect followup, 12/6/2021: Maced by car prowler; another vehicle break-in; two West Marginal business burglaries, 12/3/2021: Another window broken at Floors Plus NW; inflatable decorations stolen, 12/2/2021: Charges filed in business incidents, 12/2/2021: Robberies, mail theft, warrant arrest, 11/30/2021: Threat suspect arrested again, 11/25/2021: White-nationalist group vandalizes mural, 11/24/2021: Stolen blue Chevy Silverado pickup; tent theft, 11/23/2021: Burglar steals customized three-wheel hand-operated bike, 11/22/2021: Highland Park Way crash car-theft/kidnapping suspect charged, and has high-profile West Seattle history, 11/22/2021: Another business window broken, 11/21/2021: From the dumped and possibly stolen file: Shoulder bag, with PlayStation, 11/20/2021: Suspect in post-car-theft burglary arrested, two states away, 11/19/2021: West Seattle doctor convicted of pandemic-loan fraud Also super curious. These are the types of crime that the city struggles with most. He did not flee then, what makes the case that he will NOT flee now that he has been caught. -Chelsea. @westseattleblog. 1. I like the ongoing rejuvenation of the Waterfront area. If something happens and you want to get the word out (AFTER you've reported it to police), please e-mail us (call/text 206-293-6302 if . It will be a 15 minute walk from our hotel near Pioneer square. I lived in Seattle for 7 years- friendlier than other places I have lived, especially Las Vegas. The two-party consent law only has an exception for conversations which convey threats of extortion, blackmail,bodily harm, or other unlawful requests or demands. Im a local who explores the city often, and Ill walk you through the data and my take on the citys safety. Seattle was the first city in the United States to vaccinate 70% of residents ages 12 and up against Covid-19. This and other tragic bicycle deaths remind me that painted lines and little plastic posts do not stop motor vehicles from deadly errors or aggressive anger. The crosswalks at the intersection are marked and painted with white hash marks. The Stranger, Seattle's Only Newspaper: Covering Seattle news, politics, music, film, and arts; plus movie times, club calendars, restaurant listings, forums, blogs, and Savage Love. Its weather is generally mild, albeit rainy, with little chance of natural disasters. https://westseattleblog.com/2019/04/west-seattle-crime-watch-about-the-police-response-in-the-junction/. I think thats the only thing thats troublesome is the amount of homeless because theyre offered places to stay but they suffer from mental illness and drug addiction so they stay on the streets and I dont always feel safe around them. And that is important. They havent even arrested the suspect. Why would you want otherwise? Dont drive while high and avoid getting high in a place that feels unsafe or that youre unfamiliar with. WEATHER No weather alerts this time. Five and a half months after a hit-run driver killed Robb Mason as he bicycled home from his West Seattle job, police have identified a suspect, and prosecutors have charged him. SEEN OFF WEST SEATTLE: Submarine, inbound, BIZNOTE: Canna West Seattle relaunches recycling program and campaigns for industry change, Landmark-proposal hearing, D1CN meeting, more for your West Seattle Wednesday, Celebration of life March 24 for Frank E. Ambrozic, 1956-2023, SPORTS: Chief Sealth International High School celebrates winter athletes, college signers, CRIME WATCH FOLLOWUP: Delridge hit-run murder case ends with plea bargain. Why isnt there more police presence? February 19, 2023 11:58 am. Man shot in White Center Wednesday night; 2 suspects escape. All contents copyright 2022, A Drink of Water and a Story Interactive. It has been a very long and agonizing wait to get to this point and I know that the process is far from over but this news is a big step in the right direction towards getting some justice for my beloved husband Robb Mason. The only thing I noticed is theres a lot of car wrecks here. The jacket is from Kentridge High School (2006-2010) and will have the last name SOLEY on the back. However, Seattles crime rate has risen over the past few years like most cities in the USA. Can you help catch suspects in 2 violent incidents? Lol. No further updates I dont know how active the search still is or isnt. Anyone who would run over a cyclist then drive off leaving them to die is not to be trusted to abide by at home monitoring. He knew he hit someone, knew soon enough that this person died and still did not turn himself in. ); early-morning gunfire; prowler/burglar alert, 4/16/2022: Driver crashes stolen car on Sylvan Way after Westwood Village incident, 4/13/2022: Two DUI suspects arrested; break-in attempt; package taken, 4/11/2022: 2 victims show up at hospitals after gunfire, 4/11/2022: Stolen red Blazer (update: found); car prowlers; window broken, 4/6/2022: Bellevue Rare Coins robbed in The Junction, 4/6/2022: Work truck taken in North Highline home invasion (update: found); man hurt in street confrontation; confirmed gunfire, 4/5/2022: Catalytic-converter, bike thefts, 3/31/2022: Tank taken; suspected catalytic-converter theft, 3/30/2022: Charges filed in Andover shooting, 3/29/2022: Another cc theft; cursive tagger, 3/28/2022: Another cc theft; house, car vandalism, 3/27/2022: Stolen work van; 3 catalytic converters taken, 3/25/2022: Shooting suspect in court; bus assault; cara break-in, 3/25/2022: Child hit by pellet; car prowl. Im with you. hashtags: true, Between the pandemic, crime statistics, and media portrayals, theres a lot of information to sift through to get to the truth about Seattles safety. Fear of crime in Seattle has been on a steady decline since it hit a high of 49 in 2018. WHERE: South Seattle Community College Entrance #1. and presumably social media handed over additional information in response to a warrant.I am certainly glad that this issue was pursued doggedly enough to result in this. The program is the resumption (Tuesday night sunset, photographed by James Tilley) Heres whats happening in the hours ahead, mostly from our West Seattle Event Calendar: AMERICAN MAHJONG: 1-3 Family and friends will gather March 24 to celebrate the life of Frank Ambrozic. He was riding eastbound in the eastbound lanes and had just entered the eastern marked crosswalk and was turning left to cross the westbound lanes presumedly to rejoin the bike lane on the north side of the street. No weapon was seen or implied., (WSB photo) Thanks for the tip. Avoid making yourself a target by staying out of unsafe areas late at night, especially if youre alone. Seattle is a very safe city for those worried about being a victim of violence. @My Two CentsIm looking at an article titled Marijuana DUI In Washington State, July 30, 2020. 11:40 AM: Police are responding to The Junction to search for a bank robber. The city has not changed their design standards sufficiently. They say Seattle drivers are some of the worst in the country. Chelsea Booker is a Seattle-based freelance writer and storyteller who loves discovering places that stimulate her imagination. Another submarine sighting off West Seattle this morning, this time inbound to Bremerton. 3/23/2022: Water Taxi dock theft; gun seized, 3/22/2022: Two more truck thefts; business burglary, 3/22/2022: Another classic van stolen (found), 3/21/2022: First the catalytic converter, then the entire truck, 3/21/2022: Attacker found guilty; weekend gunfire, 3/18/2022: Stolen business vehicle (found), 3/17/2022: Another distinctive van to watch for; 2 gunfire-on-the-road incidents; window-smashing followup, 3/14/2022: 6 reports, from robberies to catalytic-converter theft to found/dumped items, 3/12/2022: Unsolved murders 10th anniversary, 3/11/2022: Another stolen pickup (found); charge filed in theft of delivery drivers car; business break-in attempt, 3/11/2022: Stolen business pickup (found), 3/8/2022: Former doctor sentenced for pandemic-loan fraud, 3/8/2022: Road-rage arrest, business vandalism, 3/1/2022: Assault arrest; apparently abandoned white car, 2/27/2022: Cigarettes-forgetting car-theft suspect charged, 2/27/2022: Alki double shooter pleads guilty, 2/22/2022: ATM theft update; road-rage gunfire, 2/20/2022: Shops hit by grab-and-run thieves, 2/17/2022: Stolen brown 4Runner; dumped bicycle, 2/15/2022: Stolen climbing gear; package-theft aftermath, 2/14/2022: Greenbelt stolen-car suspect charged, 2/13/2022: Stolen white van; items dumped in street, 2/11/2022: Another 7-11 robbery; burglars steal car, 2/9/2022: Helicopter-assisted search in Highland Park, 2/7/2022: Two attempted-burglary investigations, 2/4/2022: Attempted luring; mystery stabbing, 2/3/2022: Unusual dumped-likely-stolen item; mail mystery, 1/31/2022: Car hit by gunfire, store robbed, stolen vehicle found, 1/30/2022: Stolen pickup; catalytic-converter theft, 1/29/2022: Recognize this thief? Time Lapse of the We Heart Seattle cleanup today in Eastlake under I5. Stay home and do no harm. I hope justice is served. When police arrived at approximately 08:30 p.m. in the 9400 block of 35th Avenue Southwest, an employee reported three males had robbed the business by gunpoint. This explains the new signs: Roxbury speed-camera installation starts tomorrow, 60,000 by 2020? This is the reality when you are no longer sitting comfortably in a car, yet the car drivers have less patience than pedestrians and cyclists. If youre navigating these areas, just make sure you use common sense. Hi Chelsea, I am moving to Seattle, and arrive late on a flight, possibly get to the apartment at 9-10pm at night, on western avenue near Pike place. Really appreciate it. South Park. Swedish's Todd Ainsworth sent the photo and report: We . Me neither, but the problem is that everyone else in your neighborhood does have onefor better or worse. 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