Bellevue Beat Blog

The Bellevue Police Department today announced a death investigation involving two individuals following an incident occurring on Tuesday, May 12 in the city’s Northeast Bellevue neighborhood.  

At approximately 12:36 p.m., officers were dispatched to a welfare check at a residence in the 1700 block of 163^rd Court NE. Bellevue Police Officers discovered two deceased individuals, a 37-year-old male and a 29-year-old female, after entering the residence.  

The Bellevue Police Department does not believe there is an ongoing threat to the community. 

The investigation into this case is ongoing. Any additional information about the incident will be published via the Bellevue Beat Blog.  

The Bellevue Police Department announced today the agency has opened an investigation into a Friday evening shooting.   

At approximately 11:17 p.m. on Friday evening, Bellevue Police Officers were dispatched to multiple reports of gun shots near the 16100 block of SE Eastgate Way. Bellevue Officers conducted an area check upon arrival and found evidence confirming the incident. No community members were hurt, and the preliminary investigation determined that no property was damaged.

The investigation into this case is ongoing. Bellevue Police ask anyone who may have additional information about this incident to contact law enforcement by calling the department’s non-emergency line at 425-577-5656. Any new information will be published via the Bellevue Beat Blog.

The Bellevue Police Department today announced an investigation into a fatal collision that occurred Friday evening.  

At approximately 9:07 p.m. on April 24, Bellevue Officers were dispatched to the intersection of SE 41^st Place and Factoria Boulevard SE to reports of a motorcycle colliding into a vehicle. During its initial investigation, Bellevue Police’s Traffic Unit confirmed the motorcyclist, an 18-year-old male, was traveling at a high rate of speed on Factoria Boulevard before crashing into a vehicle that was attempting to make a turn. Bellevue Fire attempted life-saving measures but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

The vehicle driver remained at the scene of the crash and was cooperative throughout the preliminary investigation. Bellevue Police Collison Investigators determined the driver was not impaired and was later released.

The investigation into Friday evening’s collision is ongoing. Any new information will be published via the Bellevue Beat Blog.

The Bellevue Police Department announced the additional arrests of suspects tied to the large-scale crime organization that targeted older community members across the region.  

On Friday, April 10, Bellevue Police’s SWAT and Special Enforcement Team (SET) served a residential warrant at the 13000 block of 105^th Place NE in Kirkland. All suspects at the residence – Simona Paun (41 years old), Maria Alexandra (25 years old), and Ion Miclescu (21 years old) – exited the home and were placed under arrest for the following crimes:  

Fugitive From Justice for Theft 1^st Degree out of Oregon (Alexandra) 

Fugitive From Justice for Multiple Robberies out of San Diego, CA (Paun)  

Robbery 2^nd Degree (Lynnwood PD) (Miclescu)  

Bellevue Detectives searched the residence following the arrests and found substantial evidence connecting the suspects to crimes throughout the region, including Bellevue. Evidence included clothing worn during the crimes.  

Paun was originally arrested on April 8 but was released on bail the following day. She was subsequently booked into the King County Jail on April 10 with bail set at $350,000. Alexandra was booked into the King County Jail on April 10 but was released on $10,000 bail on April 12. Miclescu was transferred over to the Lynnwood Police Department for crimes in that jurisdiction.  

The investigation into this case is ongoing. Bellevue Police ask community members to always stay vigilant and exercise caution when approached by strangers. Additionally, community members are asked to call 911 if they witness or experience a theft incident. Information provided to law enforcement could assist in the investigation. 

The Bellevue Police Department announced today the agency has opened an investigation into a weekend shooting.  

At approximately 11:48 a.m. on Saturday morning, Bellevue Police Officers were dispatched to a call for service on the 16100 block of SE Eastgate Way. Upon arrival, the victims – a 33-year-old male and a 28-year-old male – informed officers they heard several possible gun shots the previous night. The victims confirmed that a possible bullet entered their residence.  

No community members were injured during this incident, and there is no threat to the public.  

Bellevue Police ask anyone who may have additional information about this incident to contact law enforcement by calling the department’s non-emergency line at 425-577-5656. Any new information will be published via the Bellevue Beat Blog.  

The Bellevue Police Department announced the arrest of two suspects tied to a large-scale crime organization responsible for thefts targeting older community members across the region.  

On Wednesday, April 8, Bellevue Police Detectives responded to a suspicious incident on the 31400 block of 23^rd Ave S in Federal Way involving two suspects – Ion Miclescu and Simona Paun – who were a part of a long-term theft investigation by the agency. Detectives observed both Miclescu and Paun using a white Honda Accord to target community members at a senior living center. The suspects then continued this activity a local grocery store a couple blocks away.  

The suspects soon left the area and traveled northbound on Interstate-5 and then northbound Interstate-405. Having already developed probable cause, detectives stopped the vehicle at the 12000 block of NE 85^th Street in Kirkland and immediately arrested the suspects for the following crimes:  

Robbery, One Count Each 

Theft 1^st Degree, One Count Each 

Both suspects were transported to the King County Jail for booking. The vehicle was also towed to the agency.  

The Bellevue Police Department has been investigating this crime organization over the last few years. Dating back to summer 2024, the department has issued several warnings to the public following numerous theft incidents where older community members were approached by strangers, and through an act of deception, would have high-value jewelry stolen from their possession. While the suspects have used strong-armed tactics, most victims were often not aware they had their jewelry taken from them until after the suspects fled the scene.  

The investigation into this case is ongoing. Bellevue Police ask community members to always stay vigilant and exercise caution when being approached by strangers. Additionally, community members are asked to call 911 if they witness or experience a theft incident. Information provided to law enforcement could assist in the investigation.  

The Bellevue Police Department today announced an investigation into a fatal collision that occurred Thursday evening.  

At approximately 9:04 p.m. on March 19, Bellevue Officers were dispatched to the 2000 block of 148^th Ave NE to reports of a vehicle colliding with a pedestrian. During its initial investigation, Bellevue Police’s Traffic Unit confirmed the victim, a 95-year-old male, was struck by a vehicle that was traveling southbound on 148^th Ave NE. Bellevue Fire attempted life-saving measures but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.  

The driver remained at the scene of the crash and was cooperative throughout the preliminary investigation. Bellevue Police Collison Investigators determined the driver was not impaired and was later released.  

The investigation into Thursday evening’s collision is ongoing. Any new information will be published via the Bellevue Beat Blog.  

The Bellevue Police Department today announced the agency’s Bellevue Light Rail Unit (BLU) is ready for the grand opening of the Crosslake Connection on March 28.

Bellevue Police’s BLU Unit has one goal: foster a safe and positive 2 Line riding experience for community members.

“The City of Bellevue has prepared for this moment since launching the BLU Unit two years ago. Bellevue Police has worked with our Sound Transit and King County Metro partners and identified how we can deliver a positive riding experience for everyone,” said Wendell Shirley, Chief of Police. “I ask community members that whenever they’re riding the 2 Line and see a BLU officer at their station or on their train, take a moment to say hello and remember: they’re there for you.”

The Bellevue Light Rail Unit has been in operation since its launch in April 2024. The specialty unit was approved and received permanent funding by the Bellevue City Council in November 2022.

To promote a positive riding experience for customers, Bellevue’s BLU Unit will be highly visible along the 2 Line, especially during peak commute hours or during major public events, such as the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The BLU Unit will also partner with Sound Transit and King County Metro representatives when a call for service is requested by community members.

The Bellevue Police Department today announced the suspect connected to Saturday’s fatal hit-and-run incident was arrested for homicide this weekend.   

On Saturday, February 28, Bellevue Police identified a 68-year-old male as a person of interest during the initial phase of its investigation into the case. Detectives developed probable cause for the arrest of the individual. Their investigation led law enforcement to the city of Port Townsend where Jefferson County deputies were able to locate and identify the subject and the subject’s vehicle at an area residence. A short time later, the suspect was taken into custody without incident and transferred over to Bellevue Police Officers. 

The suspect was booked into the King County Jail for the following crimes: 

Investigation of Homicide 

Investigation of Felony Hit and Run 

The Bellevue Police Department shares its condolences to the victim’s loved ones during this difficult time. Additionally, the department expresses its appreciation to community members for their support and assistance during the investigation.  

The Bellevue Police Department would also like to thank the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office for their partnership and collaboration in locating and arresting the suspect over the weekend.  

The Bellevue Police Department is requesting for the public’s help in locating an individual connected to a fatal hit and run incident that occurred Saturday morning.

At approximately 8:00 a.m., Bellevue Police were dispatched to reports of a hit and run collision occurring on the 14300 block of Bel-Red Road. According to the preliminary investigation, an individual driving what is believed to be a late 1990s white Toyota Camry collided with the victim – an elderly female – in a parking lot of an area business. It is alleged the individual then drove away from the scene.

Bellevue Police is asking the public for help in locating the individual. Community members with information are asked to call the department’s non-emergency line at 425-577-5656. The following photograph shows the vehicle connected to this morning’s incident: