Bellevue Beat Blog

The Bellevue Police Department announced the agency was able to safely dismantle an improvised explosive device (IED) following the arrest of 30-year-old Johny Mixayboua on Sunday, Oct. 4. 

The original call for service began at approximately 6 p.m. when Bellevue Police Officers were dispatched to reports of a theft in progress at the 600 block of 156^th Ave NE. With the help of a business representative at the location, Officers were able to quickly identify and contact Mixayboua for allegedly shoplifting.

Mixayboua provided officers with false information about his identity. While officers were detaining the suspect, it appeared as if he were reaching toward an item in his jacket, discovered to be a firearm. Officers were able to quickly disarm the suspect.

Bellevue Officers found a key fob in the suspect’s possession following the arrest and determined the vehicle he was driving was reported stolen. After locating the vehicle in the parking lot, officers discovered what appeared to be an IED inside the car. The Bellevue Police Department’s Bomb Squad was dispatched to the scene. Bomb technicians were able to confirm the legitimacy of the device and safely remove it from the scene without any injuries to the public and later dismantle it.  

The suspect was arrested for the following crimes:  

Assault – 1^st Degree (One Count) 

Driving with License Suspended – 1^st Degree (One Count) 

Possession of a Stolen Firearm (One Count) 

Weapons Violation, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm – 1^st Degree (One Count) 

Obstruction of Law Enforcement (One Count) 

Making False or Misleading Statements (One Count) 

The suspect also had existing warrants in King County and with the U.S. Marshalls. Mixayboua was booked into the King County Jail.

The Bellevue Police Department announced the arrest of a suspect who reportedly vandalized and attempted to light a Planned Parenthood facility on fire.  

At approximately 12:40 a.m. on Friday, September 18, Bellevue firefighters were dispatched to reports of a fire alarm at the 14700 block of NE 8^th Street. Bellevue Police were soon called to the scene after firefighters concluded the facility had been vandalized and encountered the suspect loitering at the scene.  

The suspect, a 36-year-old male who is unhoused and currently resides in Seattle, told Bellevue Police that he used a rock to vandalize the front of the building before tossing an ignited piece of paper through the broken glass.  

Bellevue Fire reported minor damage to the facility. Officers placed the suspect under arrest for the following crimes:

Arson in the Second Degree (One Count) 

The suspect was booked into the King County Jail. Based on interviews with the suspect, Bellevue Police believe he acted alone and is not associated with any additional individuals or organizations. Police also believe there is no ongoing threat to the public. However, community members are urged to call 911 if they ever see anything suspicious happening across Bellevue.  

Any new information about the case will be published via the Bellevue Beat Blog.  

The Bellevue Police Department announced its Traffic Unit will hold a speeding, noise, and distracted driving emphasis this week to formally conclude the annual “100 Safe Days of Summer” road safety campaign.  

Since the kickoff of this year’s “100 Safe Days of Summer,” Bellevue Police has aimed to bring awareness about the dangers of impaired, speeding, and distracted driving to community members. This included an impaired driving campaign at the start of summer and patrols to address noise complaints in July. The effort has been a success with the department issuing the following citations over the last three months:  

This summer’s campaign may be concluding, but the Bellevue Police Department will continue to prioritize speeding and noise emphases for the foreseeable future. Starting September 8, the agency will receive Pipe Down devices and sound-level meter training which will assist officers in providing accountability and education for individuals who choose to drive vehicles with modified exhausts.  

Speeding and noise complaints are a top issue for Bellevue’s community members. Since the start of the year, Bellevue Police’s Traffic Unit has implemented its Safer Roads Initiative where officers have conducted routine proactive patrols to address reckless driving and noise complaints throughout the city. Bellevue Police have also partnered with regional law enforcement to address these concerns as well with the Eastside Safe Streets Task Force. 

The Bellevue Police Department today announced the arrest of three suspects for allegedly taking advantage of an older vulnerable family member by stealing more than $1 million of her assets.

An extensive investigation conducted by Bellevue Police’s Investigations Division discovered that after an 88-year-old female victim was diagnosed with a medical condition, distant family members Abner Eng (58-year-old male and nephew to victim), Manivone Misaengsay (49-year-old female), and Evun Eng (24-year-old male) swiftly made themselves power of attorney over the victim. The suspects then placed the victim in an assisted living facility, proceeded to sell the victim’s Bellevue residence, and collected large sums of money from the victim’s personal bank accounts.

Below is a brief timeline of the incident:

May 23, 2024: 88-year-old female victim is diagnosed with a medical condition.

June 14, 2024: Abner Eng was granted power of attorney of the victim. Evun Eng was listed as an alternate.

June 14, 2024: Victim signed documentation gifting ownership of residence over to the youngest suspect.

July 2024: Victim was moved to an assisted living facility.

October 2024: Victim’s residence, now in suspects’ possession, was sold for $917,400. The same month, the suspects purchased a home in Kent for $715.000.

June 2024 – September 2025: Suspects accessed and spent funds numerous times from victim’s bank accounts, totaling $194.965.04.

September 23, 2025: The King County Superior Court granted full guardianship and conservatorship to another distant relative.

April 2026: Victim was moved to state-funded assisted living facility.

Bellevue Police learned through its investigation that the suspects allegedly used the proceeds from the sale of the victim’s residence to purchase a home in Kent. The victim did not benefit from this sale. Additionally, the investigation found the funds collected by the suspects were used for other items that did not benefit the victim, including food, entertainment, bills for the Kent residence, home improvement projects, and shopping purchases.

In September 2025, the King County Superior Court granted full guardianship and conservatorship to another distant relative. By then, the suspects depleted the victim’s finances to the point that the victim was placed into a state-funded assisted living facility in April 2026.

Based on the investigation, the Bellevue Police Department developed probable cause to arrest the suspects. On Tuesday, July 28 at approximately 6:00 a.m., law enforcement conducted an operation on the 13000 block of SE 261^st Place and arrested Abner Eng and Manivone Misaengsay. Law enforcement also arrested Evun Eng at the 20500 block of 24^th Ave S. in SeaTac. Each suspect was arrested for the following crimes:

Theft from a Vulnerable Adult, First Degree

Money Laundering, First Degree

Identity Theft, First Degree

Abuse toward older or vulnerable adults can happen in any community. Bellevue Police ask community members to stay vigilant and look for signs that their loved one may be a victim. Law enforcement asks residents to stay connected with their loved ones, monitor loved ones’ bank accounts, and help loved ones protect their valuables.

If community members suspect abuse, Bellevue Police ask them to report it immediately by calling 911 and notify adult protective services or a trusted healthcare provider. Acting quickly can prevent further harm and ensure the older person gets the help that they need.

The Bellevue Police Department announced an investigation into a shooting incident that occurred Wednesday evening in Bellevue’s Crossroads neighborhood.

At approximately 7:56 p.m. on July 29, Bellevue Police were dispatched to initial reports of an assault occurring at the 1400 block of 156^th Ave NE. Officers spoke with a female victim after arriving at the scene and determined she was confronted by a male suspect known to her in a business parking lot. It was during the confrontation when the alleged shooting occurred. The suspect then fled the scene and is currently outstanding.

No community member was injured during the incident. Due to the relationship between the suspect and victim, Bellevue Police has determined there is no threat to the public.

The investigation into this incident is ongoing and new information will be published via the Bellevue Beat Blog.

Community members are urged to contact law enforcement if they witnessed the incident or have more information about the case. They can reach the department by either calling its non-emergency line (425-577-5656) or emailing bellevuepd@bellevuewa.gov.

The Bellevue Police Department today announced the arrest of a 25-year-old male for vehicular assault following a crash in the city’s downtown neighborhood.  

At approximately 9:50 p.m. on July 25, Bellevue Police were dispatched to reports of a multi-vehicle crash at the intersection of 110^th Ave NE and NE 8^th Street. According to several witnesses, the suspect was traveling on NE 8^th Street at a high rate of speed before slamming into several vehicles at the intersection.  

No community members involved in the crash sustained life-threatening injuries. Individuals who did sustain injuries were either treated by the Bellevue Fire Department at the scene or transported to an area hospital for further evaluation.  

Prior to the crash, Bellevue Police Officers had begun implementing proactive patrols focused specifically on addressing vehicles with modified exhausts. It was during this emphasis when officers identified the suspect driving a vehicle with a loud muffler near the intersection of 108 Ave NE and NE 4^th Street. Law enforcement was unable to locate the vehicle until the crash.  

The suspect was arrested for the following crimes:  

Vehicular Assault, One Count 

The suspected was booked into the King County Jail, and the investigation into Saturday night’s crash is ongoing. Any additional details about the crash will be announced via the Bellevue Beat Blog.  

The Bellevue Police Department continues to make speeding incidents and noise violations priority. Since the start of the year, the department’s Traffic Unit has implemented its Safer Roads Initiative where officers conduct routine proactive patrols to address reckless driving and noise complaints throughout the city. Bellevue Police have also partnered with regional law enforcement to address these concerns as well.  

For June, Bellevue Police issued 69% more speeding citations (380) when compared to June 2025 (225) and 110% more citations for distracted driving (143) when compared to 2025 (71). Overall, the department has issued 47% more traffic-related citations for June (811) when compared to 2025 (550).  

Community members are asked to contact Bellevue Police if they witness incidents of speeding or noise violations. They can do so by either calling the department’s non-emergency line 425-577-5656 or emailing bellevuepd@bellevuewa.gov.  

The Bellevue Police Department today is asking for the public’s help with its investigation into an attempted stabbing incident that occurred last weekend.  

On Sunday, June 28 at approximately 11:36 a.m., Bellevue Officers were dispatched to reports of an attempted stabbing at the 500 block of 110^th Ave NE. Bellevue Officers were able to quickly identify and place a 35-year-old male into custody for Assault in the Second Degree.  

There is no threat to the public and the investigation is ongoing. However, Bellevue Police are asking the public for help in retrieving more information.  

Evidence obtained during the investigation indicated several community members were present during the incident. Law enforcement asks individuals who may have witnessed or captured video evidence from Sunday’s incident to contact the Bellevue Police Department by either emailing bellevuepd@bellevuewa.gov or calling the department’s tipline at 425-452-2564. 

On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, the King County Superior Court formally charged 30-year-old Avinash Narne with Murder in the First Degree for the homicide that occurred on October 27, 2025.

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ORIGINAL POST: The Bellevue Police Department today announced the arrest of a suspect connected to the homicide investigation from October 2025.  

On Friday at approximately 10:00 a.m., Bellevue Police Major Crimes Detectives conducted a follow up interview with the spouse of the deceased, a 30-year-old male. Based on evidence collected during the investigation and interviews with the suspect, law enforcement placed the suspect under arrest for the following crimes:  

Homicide – First Degree, One Count 

The suspect was processed at the Bellevue Police Department and later booked into the King County Jail where he’s currently being held on a $5 million bail. The investigation into this case is still ongoing. Any new information about this case will be published via the Bellevue Beat Blog.  

The Bellevue Police Department today announced the arrest of a suspect connected to the homicide investigation from October 2025.  

On Friday at approximately 10:00 a.m., Bellevue Police Major Crimes Detectives conducted a follow up interview with the spouse of the deceased, a 30-year-old male. Based on evidence collected during the investigation and interviews with the suspect, law enforcement placed the suspect under arrest for the following crimes:  

Homicide – First Degree, One Count 

The suspect was processed at the Bellevue Police Department and later booked into the King County Jail where he’s currently being held on a $5 million bail. The investigation into this case is still ongoing. Any new information about this case will be published via the Bellevue Beat Blog.  

The Bellevue Police Department arrested 25-year-old Yunus Nuru for allegedly following and inappropriately filming juvenile females while they were out shopping in Factoria.  

On the evening of June 6, Bellevue Officers received reports of a male (Nuru) filming several underage females inappropriately without their knowledge or consent. A loss prevention specialist from a local business subsequently provided officers evidence from that evening confirming the incident. The evidence collected suggests some victims appeared to be as young as six.  

Victims’ statements provided investigators the information needed to identify and connect Yunus Nuru to the incident. The investigation continued until Tuesday, June 16 where at approximately 1:09 p.m., Bellevue Police conducted an operation at the 3500 block of South 249^th Place in Kent. Assisted by the Kent Police Department, detectives were able to arrest Nuru for the following crimes: 

Voyeurism – 1^st Degree, Two Counts 

Nuru was processed at the Bellevue Police Department and later booked into the King County Jail. However, the investigation into this case is still ongoing. Due to the evidence obtained by the investigation, law enforcement determined Nuru may be associated with similar crimes and additional victims may exist in Bellevue or across the region.  

If a community member believes they were a victim of Yunus Nuru or has information about someone who may be a victim, they are encouraged to contact the Bellevue Police Department at either bellevuepd@bellevuewa.gov or calling the department’s non-emergency line at 425-577-5656.