Bellevue police and the King County Sheriff’s detectives arrested a Washington’s Most Wanted suspect this afternoon. The 23-year-old male had warrants for escape from community custody for Robbery 1st degree, and warrants for DV Assault 2nd degree, DV Residential Burglary, and other misdemeanor DV warrants.
Detectives received a tip that the suspect was in Bellevue and immediately formed an arrest plan. Due to the violent nature of his alleged crimes and his history of fleeing, Bellevue SWAT and the K9 Unit responded to assist with the arrest.
The suspect was observed in the 3200 block 158th Ave SE, and when officers attempted to arrest him, he fled on foot. Officers gave chase, and finally, K9 Ghost was able to apprehend the suspect.
“Officers worked very hard to apprehend this violent suspect, but without the support and excellent work by K9 Ghost, this suspect would have likely escaped again and continued to pose a threat to the public. Bellevue is a bit safer having this person off the streets,” said Chief Steve Mylett.
Detectives arrested the 42-year-old owner of a mail and shipping business for trafficking stolen property, accusing him of dumping customers’ personal documents in a dumpster. The customers had dropped off the documents and paid for them to be secured and professionally shredded.
Investigators know of at least three people whose personal paperwork was then fished out of the dumpster and had their identities compromised.
Detectives initiated the investigation following an extensive ID theft ring bust in late February, where two people were arrested in connection with an ID theft manufacturing scheme. In that case, officers recovered dozens of victim’s credit cards, driver’s licenses, tax documents, passports, washed checks, and homemade counterfeit money. There was also evidence of methamphetamine sales.
When detectives contacted the victims in that crime, at least three indicated they had paid to have their documents shredded at a business in the 2600 block Bellevue Way NE. An investigation revealed the owner accepted payment and the documents, stating they would be professionally shredded. The charges allege the owner dumped the documents in a garbage dumpster behind the business, and the suspects in the other case retrieved them.
The business owner was arrested on investigation of trafficking in stolen property and charges will be sent to the King County Prosecutor’s Office.
Below are selected crime reports for last week, ending on Sunday at midnight. This is not a comprehensive list of incidents in Bellevue. For more information, please visit our interactive crime map.
March 1
TIME
15: 20
CONTACT TYPE
Theft/Assault
LOCATION
400 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10167
NARRATIVE
Security called police stating, they were struggling with a theft suspect. While en route, officers learned the suspect had been detained, and an associated vehicle that had been waiting for the suspect had fled the location. Responding officers located and stopped the associated vehicle, which yielded without incident. Following the investigation, officers discovered the suspect attempted to steal several hundred dollars’ worth of merchandise. When confronted by security, the suspect pushed through them and tried to flee but was unsuccessful. The incident did not meet the elements for Robbery, so the suspect was arrested for Theft 3rd and Assault 4th. There were no injuries to any party. The occupants of the vehicle were not involved in the theft and/or assault and were identified and released. The suspect was booked into jail.
TIME
23: 08
CONTACT TYPE
DUI
LOCATION
10600 Blk NE 8th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10228
NARRATIVE
A suspect was observed driving from the parking lot over a sidewalk and turning across the C-Curbing on NE 8th St. He was processed for DUI with a blood-alcohol level of .198. He was released to a sober relative.
March 2
TIME
00: 06
CONTACT TYPE
Warrant
LOCATION
3700 Blk 132nd Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10235
NARRATIVE
A check of the vehicle plate showed the registered owner had a No Bail Felony DOC warrant. An officer conducted a traffic stop and arrested the driver for the warrant. He was booked into jail.
TIME
01: 14
CONTACT TYPE
Warrant Arrest
LOCATION
15100 Blk SE 37th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10243
NARRATIVE
Officers conducted a traffic stop for a registration violation. The officer observed drug paraphernalia at passenger’s feet. The passenger had a no-bail DOC Escape Warrant, and he was arrested and booked into jail.
TIME
02: 50
CONTACT TYPE
Possession Stolen Vehicle
LOCATION
5100 Blk 113th Pl SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10250
NARRATIVE
Officers noted a vehicle in the park and ride and determined the vehicle was possibly stolen. Upon inspection, the vehicle was occupied. The vehicle was confirmed stolen. The occupant was arrested and booked for Possession Stolen Vehicle, Car Theft Tools, and Possession Stolen Property.
TIME
09: 00
CONTACT TYPE
Protest/Event
LOCATION
1000 Blk 160th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10272
NARRATIVE
Gov. Inslee had an event at the above location. The learning community for Bellevue School District became aware of the event. Approximately 30 subjects showed up at the school and peacefully protested to open schools. The Bike Team monitored the crowd. The event had no issues.
TIME
22: 08
CONTACT TYPE
Firearms
LOCATION
10700 Blk 10th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10415
NARRATIVE
The reporting party viewed a possible physical domestic disturbance with firearms present. Officers arrived and determined there was not assault, but there were many firearms in the residence. After clearing the scene, officers learned that the involved male had changed his name and physical descriptors and had been incorrectly recorded in NCIC. He was a convicted felon. Detectives responded to write a search warrant and later arrested the suspect and seized weapons.
March 3
TIME
12: 30
CONTACT TYPE
Warrant
LOCATION
300 Blk 112th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10503
NARRATIVE
A suspect was a guest at the hotel, and as he left the hotel, officers arrested him for a No Bail warrant out of King County Sheriff’s Office for Burglary.
TIME
16: 55
CONTACT TYPE
Reckless Burning
LOCATION
700 Blk 116th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10364
NARRATIVE
An officer observed smoke coming from the rear of the business and went to investigate. The officer observed the suspect had started a fire in the brush behind the business. The officer extinguished the fire, and the fire dept responded to the scene. The suspect was summoned and released from the scene. There was no damage to the business or other property.
TIME
21: 02
CONTACT TYPE
Theft Arrest
LOCATION
3900 Blk 124th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10603
NARRATIVE
Police responded to a shoplifter in custody and determined that the suspect had concealed multiple items on her person and attempted to leave the store without paying. The suspect was arrested, and the stolen merchandise was returned to the business. Due to substantial health issues, the suspect was advised she would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released at the scene.
TIME
21: 21
CONTACT TYPE
Criminal Traffic Arrest
LOCATION
12700 Blk Bel Red Rd
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10606
NARRATIVE
Officers contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that he was driving with a suspended license. The suspect was advised he would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released at the scene.
TIME
23: 32
CONTACT TYPE
Criminal Traffic Arrest
LOCATION
1100 Blk 112th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10626
NARRATIVE
Officers contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that he was driving with a suspended license. The suspect was advised he would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released at the scene.
March 4
TIME
00: 16
CONTACT TYPE
DUI Arrest
LOCATION
3500 Blk Factoria Blvd SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10635
NARRATIVE
Officers contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and observed drug paraphernalia within the vehicle and determined that the suspect was exhibiting the effects of impairment. A DUI investigation was initiated, probable cause was established, and the suspect was arrested. The suspect vehicle was parked and secured at the location. The suspect was advised she would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released to a sober family friend.
TIME
05: 36
CONTACT TYPE
Criminal Traffic/Drug Paraphernalia/Drugs Arrest
LOCATION
11600 Blk NE 8th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10651
NARRATIVE
Officers contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that he was driving with a suspended license. PC established and suspect arrested. A search following the arrest netted Drug Paraphernalia and approximately (3.85) grams suspected methamphetamine. Because of multiple crimes committed and establishing suspect’s illegal intent to use, the drug items were seized and logged into evidence. The suspect was advised he would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released at the scene.
TIME
20: 58
CONTACT TYPE
Criminal Traffic Arrest
LOCATION
2500 Blk 118th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10769
NARRATIVE
Officers contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that the suspect driver had Failed to Lawfully Transfer Title after purchase. The suspect was advised she would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released at the scene.
TIME
20: 54
CONTACT TYPE
MISD Warrant/Drug Paraphernalia Arrest
LOCATION
112th Ave NE @ NE 4th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10767
NARRATIVE
Officers contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that the suspect had an outstanding, confirmed MISD Warrant out of Seattle Municipal Court for Possession of Dangerous Weapons. The suspect was taken into custody and a subsequent search netted drug paraphernalia from the suspect’s person. He was advised he would be summoned with a court date for the Illegal Drug Paraphernalia, and the warrant was placed back into the system.
TIME
22: 31
CONTACT TYPE
Criminal Traffic Arrest
LOCATION
13200 Blk NE 20th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10783
NARRATIVE
Officers contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that the suspect driver had Failed to Lawfully Transfer Title after purchase. The suspect was advised she would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released at the scene.
TIME
23: 34
CONTACT TYPE
Felony Warrant Arrest
LOCATION
15300 Blk SE 37th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10792
NARRATIVE
Officers contacted the suspects for a traffic violation and determined that the first suspect had given a false name. After properly identifying him, the officers learned he had an outstanding, confirmed felony warrant out of the Department of Corrections. Officers also observed drug paraphernalia in plain sight that a second suspect was attempting to hide. The second suspect was detained, identified, and officers confirmed he also had a confirmed felony warrant out of the Department of Corrections. Both suspects were booked into jail.
TIME
23: 49
CONTACT TYPE
Criminal Traffic Arrest
LOCATION
1600 Blk 140th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10795
NARRATIVE
Officers contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that the suspect driver had Failed to Lawfully Transfer Title after purchase. The suspect was advised she would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released at the scene.
TIME
14: 39
CONTACT TYPE
Assault
LOCATION
2600 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10715
NARRATIVE
The suspect entered the location without a mask, and an employee asked the suspect to wear a mask. When the suspect refused, the employee told him he would have to leave. The suspect hit the employee in the face and left. The employee followed the suspect to get his vehicle plate. The suspect turned around and pushed the employee down. The suspect fled the scene in his vehicle. The investigation is ongoing.
March 5
TIME
00: 19
CONTACT TYPE
Criminal Traffic Arrest
LOCATION
1200 Blk 116th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10799
NARRATIVE
Officers contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that he was driving with a suspended license. The suspect was advised she would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released at the scene.
TIME
05: 33
CONTACT TYPE
Criminal Traffic Arrest
LOCATION
15800 Blk NE 28th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10815
NARRATIVE
Officers contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that he was driving with a suspended license. The suspect was advised he would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released at the scene.
TIME
15: 12
CONTACT TYPE
Order Violation
LOCATION
4200 Blk Factoria Blvd SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10899
NARRATIVE
A suspect violated a No Contact Order by coming over to the victim’s apartment. The victim allowed the suspect to come inside, and later in the day, they got into a loud argument and the police were called. Both admitted they were not supposed to be with each other. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail.
TIME
11: 30
CONTACT TYPE
Mental Health
LOCATION
1400 Blk 114th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10866
NARRATIVE
Police were called to assist with a subject in a mental health crisis. Officers were able to successfully talk with the subject and take her to the hospital for an evaluation.
TIME
17: 00
CONTACT TYPE
Burglary
LOCATION
13500 Blk NE 12th Pl
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10733
NARRATIVE
Unknown suspect(s) broke a rear sliding glass door with a rock. The house was ransacked, and a firearm was stolen. At the time of the report, the victim was unable to provide a caliber or serial number but stated it was a gray Bersa handgun. The investigation is ongoing.
TIME
17: 00
CONTACT TYPE
Warrant
LOCATION
3700 Blk 132nd Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10922
NARRATIVE
Officers saw the suspect walking to his car and recognized him for having multiple misdemeanor DV warrants out of Kent PD. He was arrested and booked into jail.
TIME
22: 04
CONTACT TYPE
Residential Burglary/Obstructing/Resisting Arrest
LOCATION
2600 Blk 148th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10974
NARRATIVE
Police responded to a residential burglary in progress and determined that the suspect had made illegal entry into an apartment, causing the female occupant and her children to fear for their safety. The officers obtained evidence that the suspect attempted to make illegal entry into another residence and prowled an unlocked vehicle nearby. A perimeter was set and a K9 team initiated a track for the suspect but lost the scent on the grounds of Bellevue College. Minutes later, an officer located the suspect at the intersection of 156th Ave NE and NE 8th St. The officers successfully detained the suspect, and he was positively identified. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail.
March 6
TIME
02: 23
CONTACT TYPE
K9 Assist Official Agency Kirkland PD
LOCATION
9700 Blk NE 119th Way, Kirkland
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8609
NARRATIVE
A K9 officer and his partner responded to assist Kirkland Police with a Commercial Burglary in progress. The K9 teamed tracked a scent from the victim business to a parking lot nearby and lost the scent.
TIME
11: 41
CONTACT TYPE
Theft/Trespass
LOCATION
500 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11045
NARRATIVE
The suspect was previously trespassed from the location but returned and stole a jacket from a store. He was arrested and released with a summons.
TIME
08: 48
CONTACT TYPE
Harassment
LOCATION
2000 Blk 148th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11018
NARRATIVE
Before engaging in the thievery at the business above, the suspect threatened an employee at this location. The suspect threatened the employee and was upset he had been arrested the previous day for theft at this same location. He was arrested and released with a summons.
TIME
07: 04
CONTACT TYPE
Domestic Disturbance
LOCATION
1800 Blk 154th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11009
NARRATIVE
Officers were dispatched to an Order Violation, and the order was unserved. Upon arrival at the residence, the front door was found wide open, but no one was around. Officers conducted a welfare check of the residence and found it empty (no signs of a struggle/forced entry). Attempts to contact the reporting party by phone were unsuccessful. However, the male half was observed walking through the parking lot. He had no visible injuries or signs of a struggle. The male reported that the reporting party had left with friends.
TIME
19: 34
CONTACT TYPE
Theft with Extenuating Circumstances / Fraud
LOCATION
3900 Blk 124th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11117
NARRATIVE
A suspect entered the location, stole $459 worth of merchandise by defeating sensors with tools and foil, then attempted to flee the scene. He was a convicted felon for Theft 2. Once arrested, he was found to be in possession of another person’s ID and several credit cards. He was booked into jail.
TIME
18: 24
CONTACT TYPE
Harassment
LOCATION
14600 Blk NE 40th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11106
NARRATIVE
The victim reported that he ordered Door Dash, and the driver called and swore at the victim, stating he couldn’t find his address. Once there, the victim came outside and had no mask on. The suspect refused to roll his windows down due to this. The suspect then called the victim and told him he would not give him his food until he wore a mask. The victim then started to hit the suspect’s window and yelled at him to give him his food. The suspect then exited the car, yelled a racial slur, and moved toward the victim, which caused him to run away in fear. While running back to his apartment, the victim slipped and scraped his knee. The suspect did not pursue him. The victim did not want a report or to be a victim. Based on the nature of the call, a report was taken. The officer was unable to locate the suspect.
TIME
19: 05
CONTACT TYPE
Trespass 1
LOCATION
500 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11110
NARRATIVE
The suspect entered the location against a trespass order for the fourth time and second time within a couple of hours of being summoned for Trespass, in violation again, in the same area. To prevent further violations since he refused to comply, he was arrested and booked into jail.
TIME
21: 18
CONTACT TYPE
Felony Warrant Arrest
LOCATION
15100 Blk SE 38th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11129
NARRATIVE
Officers located a suspicious vehicle with switched license plates and an Unlawfully Filled out Trip Permit. The officers set up surveillance of the vehicle and initiated contact with the driver of the vehicle as he exited a business. The officers determined that the suspect had an outstanding, confirmed felony warrant out of the Department of Corrections for escape. The suspect was taken into custody and transported to jail, but the jail refused to book him due to a lack of medical beds. The suspect was released, and the warrant was placed back into the system. The officer contacted Seattle PD for follow-up at the suspect’s residence. The suspect was summoned in the mail with a court date for a multitude of criminal traffic violations.
TIME
21: 59
CONTACT TYPE
Theft 3 Arrest
LOCATION
3700 Blk Factoria Blvd SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11142
NARRATIVE
Police contacted the suspect in connection with a theft investigation. The suspect was positively identified by employees and refused to pay for approximately $200 in product and services. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail.
March 7
TIME
01: 16
CONTACT TYPE
Assault Investigation
LOCATION
11100 Blk NE 2nd St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11178
NARRATIVE
Police responded to a disturbance with a knife. While en-route to the scene, officers were advised by police radio that the victim was being assaulted with a knife. Officers arrived on scene, formed an Immediate Action Team, breached through a security door, and located the victim at his apartment. He was extremely distraught. Officers determined that the victim was unharmed but was most likely under the influence of drugs with a history of mental health calls. After interviewing the victim, officers determined that he was allowing homeless transients to stay at his apartment, and while in an argument with an unknown female suspect that he had invited over, the suspect assaulted him and stole his laptop computer. The suspect could not be located, and Bellevue Fire Medics responded to provide aid to the victim. The investigation is ongoing.
TIME
09: 43
CONTACT TYPE
Theft/Obstructing
LOCATION
13900 NE 20th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11205
NARRATIVE
The suspect stole eight backs of cigarettes. An officer observed the suspect in a nearby adjacent business, and a foot pursuit ensued. The suspect ran southbound along the railroad tracks before disappearing into a nearby car dealership. Various officers conducted a search, and the suspect was found by the original officer hiding in a dumpster under garbage bags. The subject was arrested and booked into jail.
TIME
05: 51
CONTACT TYPE
Welfare Check
LOCATION
4600 Blk 177th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11192
NARRATIVE
Officers were summoned to this location due to a male subject slumped over the wheel of his vehicle in the roadway. Upon being roused and seeing the police, the subject immediately drove off at a high rate of speed. An area check for the suspect was negative. There was no pursuit.
TIME
08: 53
CONTACT TYPE
Suspicious Activity/Mental Heath
LOCATION
1600 Blk Bellevue Way SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11200
NARRATIVE
A subject was running into and out of traffic. As officers arrived, they saw him on a sidewalk. As officers drove towards the subject, he immediately jumped up and ran into the road in front of the patrol vehicle, almost being struck. The subject was in distress and admitted to being under the influence of methamphetamines. The officers safely took him into protective custody, and he was taken to the hospital.
TIME
12: 57
CONTACT TYPE
Theft
LOCATION
500 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11236
NARRATIVE
The suspect was arrested for theft at the store and released at the scene, and advised he’d be summoned in the mail with a court date.
TIME
13: 48
CONTACT TYPE
Collision
LOCATION
13100 Blk NE 20th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11242
NARRATIVE
An unoccupied vehicle rolled down a hill in the parking lot of a business and struck a police motorcycle.
TIME
08: 56
CONTACT TYPE
Domestic Disturbance / Harassment
LOCATION
10200 Blk SE 6th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11201
NARRATIVE
An ex-boyfriend was pounding on the door of a female subject. The male, who has a $50k arrest warrant for violation of order in Bellevue, fled prior to police arriving. The male subject never entered the apartment, and no assault occurred. The court order between the male and female subject expired in January 2021. The female subject reported that the male subject had been sending her harassing text messages. Those messages included threats, including a picture of a handgun and a large amount of cash, plus other derogatory statements about assault/rape. The investigation is ongoing.
TIME
14: 00
CONTACT TYPE
Assault
LOCATION
10400 Blk Main St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11244
NARRATIVE
A victim reported that a male accosted her while she was walking to her vehicle. The victim recognized the male as a person who frequents the area aggressively approaching pedestrians, but she did not know his name. At one point, the male spat in her direction as he confronted her, but he missed his mark. The investigation is ongoing.
TIME
15: 20
CONTACT TYPE
Mental Health
LOCATION
80 Blk 102nd Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-11250
NARRATIVE
Officers responded to a disturbance involving a transient male subject accosting and chasing pedestrians. Officers checked the area and located a subject matching the description. The subject denied the actions mentioned. However, witnesses were contacted, and the officer substantiated that this suspect was a threat to others. He was placed into protective custody and transported to the hospital for an evaluation.
Bellevue police have a new assistant chief. Chief Steve Mylett swore in Wendell J. Shirley Monday, March 8, 2021.
Shirley joins BPD after a nearly 26-year career with the Santa Monica Police Department, where he rose to the rank of Captain. Chief Shirley retired from SMPD in 2019. As he watched the protests over social justice and police reform throughout 2020, he felt his experience and success in building better relationships with the community could be of service.
Bellevue Police Assistant Chief Wendell Shirley
“I spent the bulk of my career helping build relationships between the police and the community,” Chief Shirley said. “I pride myself on my track record of developing relationships based on trust, honesty, and mutual respect. There’s certainly a lot of work to do, and I firmly believe my experience, training, and passion will be a valuable asset to Bellevue,” Shirley explained.
Shirley says he chose Bellevue after researching the area and speaking with Chief Mylett. “Bellevue is a beautiful city with an outstanding police department. The Chief’s philosophy and the City’s leadership all align with my values. I’m excited and humbled by this opportunity.”
“We had several highly qualified candidates for the assistant chief position,” said Chief Mylett. “But it quickly became evident Chief Shirley had the experience and qualities that we were looking for.” Chief Mylett pointed to Shirley’s vast police experience and the leadership roles he embraced both in the police department and the community.
Specifically, one of his passions is working with and mentoring our youth. Born and raised by his grandparents in Watts, CA, he saw firsthand the challenges that many of our youth and family’s face on a daily basis. Nevertheless, this taught him the value of hard work and education. “Shirley said, thinking back on his upbringing. “He hopes his story can inspire others to reach their highest potential, regardless of their circumstances.”
Chief Shirley fills a position left vacant when Carl Kleinknecht retired last year. He will oversee the Operations Division at BPD.
A 35-year-old man is in jail following an investigation that led to the recovery of three AR-15 style rifles, a shotgun, gun holster, and hundreds of ammunition rounds, including ten loaded or partially loaded magazines.
The investigation was initiated with a 911 report of a possible domestic disturbance with a firearm.
When officers arrived at the residence in the 10700 block NE 10th St. on March 2, 2021, the subject denied any altercation. Per protocol, officers cleared the residence to ensure no one was injured or in danger. During the sweep of the apartment, officers noticed several AR-15 style guns, ammunition, and a bulletproof vest in plain sight. The occupants denied there were weapons in the residence, and their identification returned clear. Given that no crime could be documented, officers left.
Upon further investigation, officers determined the male subject had given an alias, and when his true identity was discovered, officers learned he was a convicted felon. It is illegal for convicted felons to possess firearms. Detectives and SWAT were called to assist with the arrest due to the large number of weapons in the apartment.
Detectives watched the suspect leave his apartment, and the SWAT team was able to make a traffic stop and arrest the suspect without incident. “This is outstanding work by our patrol officers, detectives, and SWAT,” said Investigations Major Travess Forbush. “They worked all night to correctly identify this convicted felon and remove the unlawfully possessed weapons.”
The suspect has been booked into jail on four counts of Unlawful Possession of Firearms. Additional charges are pending.
Detectives took a 35-year-old suspect in an attempted murder in Bellevue into custody without incident on March 2, 2021. The dangerous and violent suspect was apprehended outside his residence in the 3000 block Bellevue Way NE.
Surveillance photo of victim being punched.
The suspect allegedly severely beat a 29-year-old man at a Mini-mart in the 11600 block NE 8th St. on February 24. The suspect is seen on camera repeatedly hitting the victim in the face and stomping on his head. The suspect left in a black vehicle, then returned a minute later to fill up with gasoline. Detectives are still investigating what prompted the beating, but there is evidence the parties were aware of each other. This was not a random attack.
Surveillance photo of the suspect violently attacking the victim on the ground.
The victim suffered severe head and face injuries, requiring hospitalization. He laid injured on the ground for about 30 minutes until a customer arrived and called for help.
Investigators developed evidence and probable cause to arrest the suspect. Given the violent nature of the crime, the Bellevue SWAT team accompanied detectives for the arrest. The team prepared a plan for the arrest and quickly adjusted when the suspect couldn’t be positively identified because he was wearing a mask.
The SWAT team then simply approached the suspect in the parking lot. When the suspect saw the officers, he ran right into a team of other officers. The result was a peaceful surrender, and no force was used.
The suspect was arrested on investigation of Attempted Murder, Assault 1, and Assault 2. Other charges are pending.
Below are selected crime reports for last week, ending on Sunday at midnight. This is not a comprehensive list of incidents in Bellevue. For more information, please visit our interactive crime map.
February 22
TIME
00: 34
CONTACT TYPE
Strong Arm Robbery
LOCATION
2600 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8815
NARRATIVE
An unknown suspect walked around the cashier stand and demanded the cashier to open the till. The suspect removed the money and fled the scene in a vehicle. The investigation is ongoing.
TIME
07: 15
CONTACT TYPE
Order Violation/Harassment
LOCATION
15800 Blk SE 37th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8843
NARRATIVE
A suspect was arrested for sending threatening text messages to his ex-girlfriend in violation of a DV No Contact Order. He was booked into jail.
TIME
09: 34
CONTACT TYPE
MV Theft
LOCATION
12200 Blk SE 59th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8859
NARRATIVE
An unknown suspect stole the victim’s work van from in front of his apartment complex.
TIME
12: 00
CONTACT TYPE
Domestic Disturbance
LOCATION
5400 Blk 123rd Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8877
NARRATIVE
Officers investigated a disturbance between siblings – no crime.
TIME
12: 00
CONTACT TYPE
Robbery
LOCATION
13600 Blk NE 20th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8889
NARRATIVE
The victim was sitting in his car with the windows down in the parking lot. Three unknown males approached him. One pressed what he thought was a gun to his head and told him not to move or he would blow his head off. The victim said he had nothing in his car, so nothing was taken. The victim said the males then started punching him in the ribs as he sat in his car. They then got in a car and left. The investigation is ongoing.
February 23
TIME
01: 22
CONTACT TYPE
PSV, Mail Theft, Drugs
LOCATION
300 Blk 111th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8987
NARRATIVE
The reporting party stated occupants of a red Honda were trying door handles in his neighborhood.
An officer located the vehicle, which was stolen out of Seattle. The vehicle failed to yield, then broke through a chain-link fence into the light rail construction site along 112th Ave SE. The vehicle high-centered on the curbing when it attempted to get back onto 112th Ave SE. The driver fled on foot and was taken into custody nearby. The two passengers were taken into custody at the vehicle. The vehicle was towed back to the station to be searched as copious amount of mail was seen strewn throughout the interior.
Both males were booked into jail. A juvenile female was a missing person out of Port Orchard and turned over to CPS.
TIME
04: 30
CONTACT TYPE
Fire Assist
LOCATION
16400 Blk NE 16th Pl
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8997
NARRATIVE
Officers responded to assist the fire department with a residential fire that started in the garage. Officers assisted in evacuating a nearby home and traffic control.
TIME
07: 00
CONTACT TYPE
Warrant Service
LOCATION
3000 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-6806
NARRATIVE
Detectives requested the Downtown Unit assist with a search warrant and taking suspects into custody. The apartment was secured without incident, and both subjects were arrested. The Downtown Unit provided security for detectives during their search.
February 24
TIME
03: 35
CONTACT TYPE
Assault
LOCATION
11600 Blk NE 8th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9183
NARRATIVE
The victim was severely beaten in front of the set of gas pumps nearest the front of the store. He was conscious when officers arrived, but he was unable to tell them much. He was transported to the hospital with facial and head injuries. The injuries are not life-threatening. The investigation is ongoing.
TIME
12: 30
CONTACT TYPE
Domestic Disturbance
LOCATION
3000 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9269
NARRATIVE
An anonymous caller reported fighting on the 4th floor. Officers arrived and were met by a female in the lobby. The female approached the officers and stated they were likely there for her and her boyfriend, who had a loud argument. The female said nothing but yelling occurred, and the male has since left with their kids. Officers took the information for documentation.
TIME
10: 00
CONTACT TYPE
Theft
LOCATION
3000 Blk Landerholm Circle
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9269
NARRATIVE
Unknown suspects siphoned gas out of several work trucks. The subjects left the equipment behind. It’s unknown how much was taken.
TIME
18: 16
CONTACT TYPE
Carjacking
LOCATION
3000 Blk 156th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9356
NARRATIVE
The victim went to a store, and while entering the parking lot, he saw a suspicious male lurking in the tree line. He parked, exited his vehicle, and made a purchase then drove to where he was staying. Once there, the suspect jumped out from under some clothes in the back seat and lunged at the driver, causing him to jump from the car and flee. The suspect jumped in the driver’s seat and stole the vehicle. The investigation is ongoing.
TIME
17: 50
CONTACT TYPE
Theft
LOCATION
4000 Blk Factoria Blvd SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9349
NARRATIVE
The suspect stole electronics from the store and fled on foot. Officers located the suspect fleeing and detained him. They recovered the stolen property from the suspect. He was arrested and released at the scene and advised he would be summoned in the mail with a court date.
TIME
19: 08
CONTACT TYPE
Drugs / Possession Stolen Property
LOCATION
500 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9364
NARRATIVE
Suspects were called in as drug users at the above location. The officers arrived on scene and confirmed the report. One suspect was arrested for paraphernalia. The other suspect was detained, and officers found stolen credit cards in her possession. The suspects were released and advised they be summoned in the mail with a court date.
TIME
15: 46
CONTACT TYPE
Car Prowl
LOCATION
1300 Blk 118th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9289
NARRATIVE
The victim observed someone inside of his vehicle and called 911. Officers arrived on scene and found the suspect still inside the victim’s car with some of the victim’s property on his person. The suspect had eight warrants for his arrest. He was booked into jail.
TIME
20: 24
CONTACT TYPE
DUI Arrest
LOCATION
4 Blk 120th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9374
NARRATIVE
Police responded to a DUI Investigation and determined that a concerned employee had contacted police because he had observed the suspect showing signs of obvious impairment, attempting to drive and consuming alcohol. The suspect driver was located and detained at a nearby business and a DUI investigation was initiated. Probable cause was established, and the suspect was arrested and booked into jail.
February 25
TIME
01: 48
CONTACT TYPE
Criminal Traffic Arrest
LOCATION
3800 Blk 150th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9403
NARRATIVE
Police contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that the suspect was driving with a suspended license. The suspect was advised he would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released at the scene.
TIME
03: 36
CONTACT TYPE
Domestic Disturbance
LOCATION
800 Blk 153rd Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9409
NARRATIVE
Police responded to a domestic disturbance and determined that the suspect had assaulted his wife while arguing with her. He was arrested and booked into jail.
TIME
11: 00
CONTACT TYPE
Theft
LOCATION
4000 Blk Factoria Blvd SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9259
NARRATIVE
A suspect stole shoes and ran from the store. An officer located him behind the business and arrested him. The shoes were returned, and he was released at the scene and advised he would be summoned in the mail with a court date.
TIME
15: 40
CONTACT TYPE
Theft
LOCATION
2600 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9570
NARRATIVE
The reporting party parked his vehicle in a lot, and when he returned 20 minutes later, he noticed his front and backplate was missing. They were entered into WACIC as Stolen.
TIME
11: 05
CONTACT TYPE
Warrant
LOCATION
400 Blk 116th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9441
NARRATIVE
A suspect was in the bathroom throwing a tantrum and refusing to leave, according to staff. An officer got him to exit the store but when he did his bag set off the security alarm. With permission, officers located a pair of pliers with a security tag on them. The suspect said he was at the store and trying to get a “tapeworm” out of his nose with them. He had a large amount of mucus coming out of his nose. The suspect also had a bicycle with him, which ended up being an unreported stolen. The owner of the bike did not want to press charges. The store Depot did not want to press charges either. The suspect was transferred to Bothell PD for Warrants.
TIME
18: 00
CONTACT TYPE
Theft
LOCATION
4000 Blk Factoria Blvd SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9520
NARRATIVE
A suspect stole $100 worth of clothing and left the store. She was located by officers nearby and detained. The suspect was later released at the scene and told she would receive a summons in the mail for THEFT 3.
A female was called in for driving through the property after hours, possibly over graves, then into the back wooded area that was restricted and difficult to navigate. Officers contacted the female who was passed out behind the wheel. She was non-compliant, slammed the door on officers when they tried to remove her, then became combative and kicked an officer in the chest. KC Animal Control took custody of her aggressive dog, the vehicle was impounded, and the suspect was booked into jail for Assault 3.
TIME
23: 45
CONTACT TYPE
Warrant Arrest
LOCATION
14600 Blk SE Allen Rd
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9568
NARRATIVE
Police contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that the suspect had an outstanding, confirmed MISD Warrant out of Seattle for DUI. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail. The jail later advised that the suspect’s warrant was for Reckless Driving rather than DUI, and the suspect was later released from jail. The warrant was placed back into the system.
February 26
TIME
00: 30
CONTACT TYPE
Criminal Trespass/Car Prowl/Illegal Possession of ID/Possession of Car Theft Tools
LOCATION
500 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9573
NARRATIVE
Police responded to an unwanted subject and were made aware that the suspect had been warned earlier today and verbally trespassed from the property. Officers located the suspect within a vehicle parked nearby and found out that the suspect had made entry into the vehicle illegally. The suspect was arrested, and a search netted an illegally possessed ID Card and MV Theft Tools. The suspect was booked into jail.
TIME
01: 02
CONTACT TYPE
Criminal Traffic Arrest
LOCATION
150th Ave SE/I-90
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9575
NARRATIVE
Officers contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that the suspect was driving with a suspended license. She was advised she would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released at the scene.
TIME
01: 10
CONTACT TYPE
Agency Assist Redmond PD
LOCATION
4600 Blk 148th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9578
NARRATIVE
Police responded to a single-vehicle collision with a suspect driver fleeing the scene. BPD units arrived on scene and established a perimeter. Officers on scene observed Redmond PD units also flooding the area, and probable cause was established for Felony Eluding by RPD. The suspect was located within the perimeter by BPD units and detained. The suspect was arrested and turned over to Redmond Police.
TIME
04: 19
CONTACT TYPE
Agency Assist Kirkland PD
LOCATION
116 Ave NE/Northup Way
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9586
NARRATIVE
Police responded to a single-vehicle collision with a suspect driver fleeing the scene. BPD units arrived on scene and established a perimeter. Officers were advised that Kirkland Police had just entered that vehicle into WACIC/NCIC as stolen and provided a suspect description. The suspect was located within the perimeter by BPD units and detained. He was arrested and turned over to Kirkland Police.
TIME
15: 45
CONTACT TYPE
Assault
LOCATION
3700 Blk Factoria Blvd SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9671
NARRATIVE
A suspect physically assaulted the victim for no reason and would not stop. The victim pulled out a hammer he had in his bag, and the suspect finally stopped hitting him. Officers located the suspect and arrested him. A large butcher knife was located in his coat pocket. There were no injuries to anyone. The suspect was booked into jail.
TIME
12: 00
CONTACT TYPE
Warrant Arrest
LOCATION
14500 Blk NE 39th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9605
NARRATIVE
Detectives requested the Downtown Unit to take a suspect into custody for an escape warrant. He is the suspect in a recent Pierce County shooting that Federal Way PD is investigating. The suspect was taken into custody without incident when he returned to his stolen vehicle. He was armed with a handgun.
TIME
20: 26
CONTACT TYPE
Commercial Burglary Investigation
LOCATION
1500 Blk 145th Pl SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9736
NARRATIVE
Police responded to a commercial burglary investigation and were advised by the business owner that unknown suspect(s) had made illegal entry into the property through a damaged window. Officers cleared the interior of the business and processed it for evidence. The investigation is ongoing.
TIME
21: 40
CONTACT TYPE
Criminal Traffic Arrest
LOCATION
2400 Blk 112th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9732
NARRATIVE
Police contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that the suspect had Failed to Lawfully Transfer Title after purchase. The suspect was advised she would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released at the scene.
TIME
21: 56
CONTACT TYPE
Attempted Murder Arrest
LOCATION
3000 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9735
NARRATIVE
District officers conducted surveillance and located the suspect’s vehicle in an underground garage, occupied and running. The suspect vehicle was observed leaving the property onto northbound Bellevue Way NE. A high-risk-stop was initiated. The occupants were detained without incident.
TIME
23: 11
CONTACT TYPE
Malicious Mischief Investigation
LOCATION
1500 Blk 145th Pl SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9743
NARRATIVE
Police responded to a malicious mischief report and determined that an unknown suspect(s) had spray-painted Graffiti on four different vehicles within the parking area of the complex. None of the victims could offer any suspect information, and upon canvassing the area, no video evidence could be located. The investigation is ongoing.
February 27
TIME
00: 01
CONTACT TYPE
Criminal Traffic Arrest
LOCATION
3800 Blk Lake WA Blvd NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9747
NARRATIVE
Police contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that the suspect was driving with a suspended license and had Failed to Lawfully Transfer Title after purchase. The suspect was advised he would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released at the scene.
TIME
00: 53
CONTACT TYPE
Criminal Traffic Arrest
LOCATION
100 Blk 116th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9752
NARRATIVE
Police contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that the suspect’s vehicle title was canceled and was displaying an invalid trip permit. The suspect was advised he would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released at the scene.
TIME
19: 48
CONTACT TYPE
Warrants / Possession Stolen Property / Drug Paraphernalia / Drug-Distribution
LOCATION
Richards Rd to W/B I-90
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9872
NARRATIVE
Officers conducted a traffic stop for a moving violation, and the suspect provided a false name. Her identity was ultimately revealed, and she had several warrants for her arrest. Her vehicle was also full of stolen property from Factoria Mall. Officers also noticed 200 blue pills scattered throughout the car. For safety purposes, one was field-tested and was a presumptive positive for Fentanyl. Narcotics will investigate the distribution case. The suspect was ultimately booked into jail on a warrant.
TIME
17: 43
CONTACT TYPE
Domestic Disturbance
LOCATION
10600 Blk NE 29th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9856
NARRATIVE
The suspect assaulted his boyfriend after an argument by attempting to force his way into his bedroom and shoving the door into his leg, causing a laceration. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail.
TIME
17: 40
CONTACT TYPE
Possession Stolen Vehicle / Eluding
LOCATION
124th Ave SE and Coal Creek Pkwy
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9855
NARRATIVE
Officer located the suspect vehicle as an occupied stolen. Officer followed the vehicle onto Coal Creek Parkway, then onto N/B 405 until sufficient officers arrived to conduct a stop. The vehicle fled recklessly and eluded police onto W/B 90. Officers did not pursue.
TIME
21: 45
CONTACT TYPE
Collision/DUI
LOCATION
11000 Blk SE 60th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9889
NARRATIVE
The victim called to report being hit by the suspect and advised he believed the suspect was impaired. After the investigation, the suspect was arrested for DUI. The suspect was released to the care of the hospital due to the level of intoxication.
February 28
TIME
15: 01
CONTACT TYPE
Unwanted
LOCATION
500 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9983
NARRATIVE
Three 911 calls were received about 6-12 MAGA vehicles in the area. The plates of the vehicles were covered with tape. One of the callers was security advising a driver of one of the vehicles nearly hit a security officer. One vehicle was stopped for obstructed rear plate. Officers discussed with the occupants, who were cooperative, about not covering their plates and that they needed to stay on public roads. When the group was last seen, they were headed south on Bellevue Way at SE 10th St. with all plates exposed.
TIME
16: 58
CONTACT TYPE
Mental Health
LOCATION
13700 Blk Lake Hills Connector
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-9998
NARRATIVE
Norcom received many calls about a subject wearing only gray shorts and acting erratically, including walking down the middle of the road, or crossing the street in front of traffic. Officers contacted him and transported him to the hospital for an evaluation.
TIME
19: 24
CONTACT TYPE
Robbery / Assault 1
LOCATION
12800 Blk SE 40th Pl
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10024
NARRATIVE
The suspects entered the location armed and immediately pointed their firearms at the security guard at the door and employees, forcing them to the ground. They then locked the doors to the business and stole cash and marijuana and fled the scene on foot. Officers attempted to locate the suspects on I-90 after information came in of their location. However, the suspects could not be found. Evidence was late found on I-5 south of Boeing Field and collected. The investigation is ongoing.
A suspect entered a secure location and damaged some property, and attempted to steal a security officer’s jacket. When officers arrived on scene, the suspect failed to stop and proceeded to walk away down the middle of the roadway obstructing traffic. He was eventually cornered by responding units and taken into custody without incident. He was booked into jail.
TIME
20: 57
CONTACT TYPE
Domestic Disturbance
LOCATION
16100 Blk Eastgate Way
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10034
NARRATIVE
The victim stated the suspect punched her in the face and then placed two hands around her throat and applied pressure, stopping her breathing. The victim became uncooperative with the investigation. The suspect fled prior to police arriving and was not located. Charges were filed with the prosecutor.
TIME
23: 53
CONTACT TYPE
Warrant
LOCATION
2444 Bel Red Rd
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-10059
NARRATIVE
A suspect was identified as an unbelted passenger following a traffic stop and he stated he had a warrant. During a search of the suspect, a heroin-loaded syringe was recovered from his shorts worn under his pants. The suspect immediately claimed the shorts did not belong to him and the needle was not his.
Below are selected crime reports for last week, ending on Sunday at midnight. This is not a comprehensive list of incidents in Bellevue. For more information, please visit our interactive crime map.
February 15
TIME
00: 28
CONTACT TYPE
Felony Drugs with Intent to Deliver/Domestic Disturbance
LOCATION
300 Blk 112th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7676
NARRATIVE
Police responded to a domestic disturbance in progress and determined that the suspect had assaulted his girlfriend while arguing. Probable cause was established, and the suspect was arrested. The search following the arrest netted (6.64) grams of suspected methamphetamine, (8.01) grams of suspected heroin, and $1071 in cash. Probable cause was established for Felony Drugs with Intent to Deliver. The drugs and cash were seized from the suspect. He was booked into jail.
TIME
04: 56
CONTACT TYPE
Commercial Burglary Investigation
LOCATION
13800 Blk NE 20th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7690
NARRATIVE
Unknown suspects made illegal entry into a construction site and stole a construction vehicle. The vehicle was in Lynnwood and located by Lynnwood PD. Further, the onsite tool shed was breached, and approximately $3000-$3500 worth of tools were stolen. The investigation is ongoing.
TIME
13: 43
CONTACT TYPE
Mental Health
LOCATION
500 Blk 116th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7733
NARRATIVE
A subject was shirtless, running through traffic on 116th Ave NE between cars and the lane of travel. The subject was highly intoxicated or under the influence of drugs (or both). Officers were able to calm him and transport him to the hospital for care.
TIME
11: 04
CONTACT TYPE
Domestic Disturbance/Mental Health
LOCATION
70 Blk 110th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7712
NARRATIVE
A subject was slashing his roommate’s beds with a knife and threatened to kill the roommates, who were not home. The subject’s girlfriend contacted police advising the subject was in mental distress. Officers arrived and were able to get the subject to the hospital for care without incident.
TIME
10: 00
CONTACT TYPE
Theft
LOCATION
600 Blk 108th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7707
NARRATIVE
A catalytic converter was stolen from a vehicle.
TIME
17: 51
CONTACT TYPE
Domestic Disturbance
LOCATION
2600 Blk 160th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7769
NARRATIVE
An intoxicated subject started breaking multiple items in the kitchen. His wife was away from the house during the disturbance. Their two daughters were at home, and they called 911. The suspect was arrested for DV Malicious Mischief and booked into jail.
TIME
18: 35
CONTACT TYPE
Domestic Disturbance
LOCATION
4700 Blk 148th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7772
NARRATIVE
The suspect and victim are in a relationship and were in an argument tonight. The suspect punched the victim and was in violation of a valid no-contact order. The suspect also assaulted the victim’s one-year-old daughter two days prior. The suspect fled on foot. A K9 unit responded, but the track was unsuccessful, and officers were unable to locate the suspect. The suspect also had an out-of-state extraditable felony warrant. Charges were filed with the prosecutor’s office.
TIME
19: 17
CONTACT TYPE
Domestic Disturbance
LOCATION
5400 Blk 116th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7776
NARRATIVE
A married couple was in an argument when the male suspect picked up the victim and threw her to the ground, causing pain and fear. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail.
TIME
19: 49
CONTACT TYPE
DUI Collision
LOCATION
148th Ave SE and SE 22nd ST
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7780
NARRATIVE
The suspect collided with a parked vehicle, making his vehicle un-drivable. Officers arrived on scene and conducted a DUI investigation. The suspect was arrested for DUI and booked into jail.
TIME
20: 22
CONTACT TYPE
Theft
LOCATION
500 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7782
NARRATIVE
Loss prevention detained the suspect after concealing approximately $300 worth of merchandise and attempting to leave without paying. The suspect was arrested, released and advised they’d be summoned in the mail with a court date.
TIME
21: 14
CONTACT TYPE
Warrant
LOCATION
16200 Blk NE 12th Pl
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7786
NARRATIVE
The subject’s mother called police requesting assistance with her son, who was in a mental health crisis for not taking his medicine. The subject had a Department of Correction’s warrant for an order violation. He was booked into jail without incident.
February 16
TIME
01: 00
CONTACT TYPE
Domestic Disturbance
LOCATION
2000 Blk 155th Pl NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7799
NARRATIVE
A caller reported the couple he was renting from was in an argument, and the suspect assaulted the victim. The suspect fled the scene before police arrived, and he could not be located. Both the victim and reporting party stated they would call police if he returned. Probable cause was established, and charges were referred to the prosecutor’s office.
TIME
01: 07
CONTACT TYPE
Domestic Disturbance
LOCATION
2900 Blk 129th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7800
NARRATIVE
Roommates were engaged in a verbal argument when one threatened to physically harm the other and damaged his bedroom door. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail without incident.
TIME
08: 20
CONTACT TYPE
Bomb Threat
LOCATION
12000 Blk Main St.
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7819
NARRATIVE
An unknown person emailed BPD Records indicating there was a potential bomb somewhere in the Botanical Garden / Wilburton Forest area / Railroad Trestle. The threat was possibly associated with a person of interest known to be in a mental health crisis. Botanical Garden staff reported nothing suspicious, additionally, nothing was found in the Garden or near the trestle.
February 17
TIME
09: 30
CONTACT TYPE
Warrant Service
LOCATION
1500 Blk 146th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-3742
NARRATIVE
Officers arrested the suspect on a traffic stop. Downtown Unit officers secured the residence while detectives executed a search warrant.
February 18
TIME
03: 41
CONTACT TYPE
Assault /Car Prowl
LOCATION
14500 Blk SE 24th St.
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8120
NARRATIVE
The victim heard a car alarm activation and exited their unit to investigate. The victim saw the suspect near his vehicle and verbally confronted the suspect, who in turn pointed a handgun at the victim. The suspect got into the back seat of a black sedan and fled the scene. There were no injuries or shots fired. The investigation is ongoing.
TIME
15: 55
CONTACT TYPE
Car Theft
LOCATION
4000 Blk Factoria Blvd SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8189
NARRATIVE
Loss prevention reported a shoplift in progress, and officers were notified that the suspects had left the store and entered a rental truck in the parking lot. Upon arrival, officers contacted the suspects inside the truck and provided NORCOM with the license plate. NORCOM notified the officers the truck was a stolen vehicle, and a modified high-risk contact was conducted. All suspects were detained without incident, and the investigation is ongoing.
TIME
11: 30
CONTACT TYPE
Warrant Service
LOCATION
3000 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-6806
NARRATIVE
Detectives developed probable cause for the suspect for identity theft and obtained a search warrant for his apartment. Downtown Unit officers secured the apartment and provided security during the search. Officers also took the main suspect into custody when he returned to the apartment complex after the warrant service, and he was booked into jail.
TIME
15: 07
CONTACT TYPE
Rape
LOCATION
500 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7220
NARRATIVE
Detectives established probable cause for the suspect for a rape that occurred on 2/10/21. Detectives developed information that the suspect was at this location. Downtown Unit officers made contact and took the suspect into custody. He was booked into jail.
TIME
15: 26
CONTACT TYPE
Drugs
LOCATION
500 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8182
NARRATIVE
Officers contacted a subject sitting in a car in the parking lot. They developed probable cause to arrest the subject and one of his associates for drugs. The arrest netted about 1 oz of suspected heroin, 1 gram of suspected cocaine, and $2700 cash.
TIME
22: 15
CONTACT TYPE
Agency Assist
LOCATION
NB 405/SE 8th St.
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8244
NARRATIVE
Officers responded to assist WSP with the apprehension of a pursuit subject (eluding SPD) on NB 405/SE 8th St. after a successful WSP pit maneuver. BPD Officers assisted with detaining the suspect.
TIME
23: 11
CONTACT TYPE
DUI Collision
LOCATION
148th Ave. SE/Lake Hills Blvd.
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8256
NARRATIVE
The driver collided with a tree, causing moderate injuries to the driver. Officers investigated the collision and developed probable cause for DUI.
February 19
TIME
01: 10
CONTACT TYPE
Malicious Mischief
LOCATION
1000 Blk 116th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8274
NARRATIVE
The suspect/patient became upset for no apparent reason, removed a plastic container from the ER, and threw it at a glass door. There was approximately $1,150 worth of damage to the room and equipment. The suspect was booked into jail.
TIME
06: 03
CONTACT TYPE
Sex Offense
LOCATION
4400 Blk 156th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8392
NARRATIVE
A victim reported being sexually assaulted by the suspect sometime during the overnight hours. The case was forwarded to investigations for review.
TIME
08: 53
CONTACT TYPE
Domestic Disturbance / DOC Escape Warrant
LOCATION
5400 Blk Lakemont Blvd SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8308
NARRATIVE
The suspect assaulted his girlfriend and fled when the bloody victim went to the neighbor for help, who called police. A police K9 track was conducted with the help of Seattle PD, but after an extensive track, it was unsuccessful. There is probable cause for DV assault 4th degree, and the suspect has a DOC Escape warrant.
TIME
06: 49
CONTACT TYPE
Burglary
LOCATION
14600 Blk NE 24th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8305
NARRATIVE
The business was burglarized during the overnight hours. The suspect(s) used a saw to cut off the hinges to the safe and stole the money inside. There was an alarm, and the alarm company notified the business’s emergency contact, but police were not requested at that time.
TIME
09: 00
CONTACT TYPE
Domestic Disturbance
LOCATION
15800 Blk SE 37th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8309
NARRATIVE
The suspect punched his pregnant girlfriend in the stomach, which she claimed caused minor pain. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail.
TIME
00: 43
CONTACT TYPE
Felony Warrant
LOCATION
Southbound I-405 at Coal Creek Pkwy
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8494
NARRATIVE
Officer conducted a traffic stop for a moving violation and determined the driver was driving with a suspended license and had warrants. The suspect was arrested and taken to jail.
TIME
12: 00
CONTACT TYPE
Car Prowl
LOCATION
Sammamish
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7597
NARRATIVE
Detectives developed probable cause for the suspect for multiple counts of Car Prowl. Their surveillance took them to a construction site in Sammamish. Detectives requested the Downtown Unit officers’ assistance with taking the subject into custody.
TIME
21: 49
CONTACT TYPE
Disorderly Conduct
LOCATION
3200 Blk 156th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8455
NARRATIVE
The suspect created a disturbance at the establishment and challenged to fight other tenants. The suspect was heavily intoxicated. Staff wanted the suspect trespassed. The suspect continued to be belligerent in officers’ presence. Officers arrested the suspect for disorderly conduct, and he was booked into jail.
February 20
TIME
06: 06
CONTACT TYPE
Car Theft/Eluding
LOCATION
14700 Blk NE 29th Pl
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8521
NARRATIVE
Officers responded to a car theft that had just occurred, and an officer close to the scene observed a vehicle matching the description leaving the area. The suspect saw the officer and drove over the curb and eluded the officer back into the apartment complex. The officer did not pursue and located the freshly unoccupied vehicle in the apartment complex. A perimeter was established, and a K9 conducted a search, but the suspect was not located. Officers processed the vehicle, recovered evidence, and released the vehicle to the victim at the scene.
TIME
09: 20
CONTACT TYPE
Car Prowl
LOCATION
300 Blk 145th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8530
NARRATIVE
A victim reported that her vehicle was prowled during the night (smashed passenger window).
TIME
12: 10
CONTACT TYPE
Kidnapping / Exposing
LOCATION
SE 30th Pl/160th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8550
NARRATIVE
Officers responded to a hiking trail near Bellevue Airfield Park after receiving a call from a female victim about a male who was exposing himself. While en-route, officers learned the victim and another woman were now running from the male who was following them. Officers arrived shortly after and contacted the victim. Officers confirmed the description of the male, and several motor officers began driving the trail attempting to locate him. The male was located and detained without incident. While officers were conducting their investigation, a separate female victim called 911 to report a similar incident. This victim stated she was on the same trail and approached by the same male. When the male approached her, he grabbed her and pulled her towards him. This victim was able to free herself and then walked away. She later called 911 when she returned home. Both victims conducted were able to positively identify the detained male as the suspect. The suspect was subsequently arrested for Kidnapping and Exposing and booked into jail.
February 21
TIME
01: 48
CONTACT TYPE
Warrant arrest/Drugs
LOCATION
3200 Blk 156th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8667
NARRATIVE
While conducting proactive patrol, an officer located an occupied vehicle with a warrant attached to the registered owner. The officer contacted the occupants and recognized the driver as the registered owner. He was detained, and the warrant was confirmed. He was transferred to the custody of the originating agency
TIME
03: 47
CONTACT TYPE
Fire Assist
LOCATION
11600 Blk NE 4th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8677
NARRATIVE
Officers assisted with traffic control for Bellevue Fire regarding a carbon monoxide alarm activation that was contained to the interior of the store. The call generated a HAZMAT response, but there was no hazard to the public, BPD personnel, and there were no store employees on site.
TIME
04: 39
CONTACT TYPE
DUI
LOCATION
14600 Blk NE 34th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8679
NARRATIVE
Officers located a male driver passed out asleep in a motorhome. He was high centered on a flower bed. The investigation developed probable cause for DUI physical control. The driver was arrested and released on a summons.
TIME
22: 27
CONTACT TYPE
Assault
LOCATION
5400 Blk Village Park Dr. SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-8806
NARRATIVE
The victim and suspect were at the victim’s house, and a verbal argument occurred. The verbal argument became physical when the suspect slapped and scratched the victim. The suspect fled the scene before police arrived. The suspect was intoxicated at the time of the report. Charges were filed for assault.
Below are selected crime reports for last week, ending on Sunday at midnight. This is not a comprehensive list of incidents in Bellevue. For more information, please visit our interactive crime map.
February 8
TIME
08: 02
CONTACT TYPE
Order Violation
LOCATION
200 Blk 118th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-6615
NARRATIVE
Officers were dispatched to a physical domestic disturbance and determined no assault occurred. However, the suspect was the respondent in a no-contact order with the victim (spouse). The suspect was arrested and booked into jail.
TIME
08: 09
CONTACT TYPE
Burglary
LOCATION
600 Blk 120th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-6622
NARRATIVE
An unknown suspect burglarized the business sometime over the weekend.
TIME
17: 22
CONTACT TYPE
Robbery
LOCATION
400 Blk 120th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-6689
NARRATIVE
Loss prevention contacted two subjects outside the story. One subject sprayed the loss prevention officer in the face with Bear Mace. The second subject attempted to strike another loss prevention officer with the getaway car. The investigation is ongoing.
TIME
19: 54
CONTACT TYPE
Trespass
LOCATION
500 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-6709
NARRATIVE
Officers responded to a trespass in progress and found an intoxicated subject who was previously issued a notice of trespass and was verbally hostile to the investigating officers. He refused to leave after numerous warnings. Based upon his behavior toward patrons and officers, it was believed he would return to the property and cause further issues if released. He was booked into jail.
TIME
22: 04
CONTACT TYPE
Warrants
LOCATION
3500 Blk Factoria Blvd SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-6729
NARRATIVE
Officers contacted a subject in the parking lot for a $50,000 DUI warrant out of Kirkland PD. A search after the arrest yielded several items taken in car prowls over the past three days from Bellevue. The suspect’s male companion was arrested for violating a DV order with the female.
February 9
TIME
00: 39
CONTACT TYPE
Warrant/Drugs
LOCATION
100 Blk Bellevue Way SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-6747
NARRATIVE
Officers detained the suspect for prowling activity and booked him into jail on an outstanding warrant.
TIME
04: 21
CONTACT TYPE
Recovered stolen
LOCATION
14500 Blk Newport Way
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-6643
NARRATIVE
An officer located a stolen car at the South Bellevue Community Center with a missing front license plate, punched ignition, and catalytic converter removed. The investigation is ongoing.
TIME
05: 49
CONTACT TYPE
Burglary
LOCATION
14700 Blk NE 20th St.
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-6759
NARRATIVE
Officers responded to an alarm activation and discovered obvious signs of forced entry. During the investigation, it appeared the suspect(s) tampered with the area where the safe was concealed, but the safe was not compromised. Two empty cash register tills were stolen. The investigation is ongoing.
TIME
16: 10
CONTACT TYPE
Domestic Disturbance
LOCATION
1500 Blk 162nd Pl NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-6852
NARRATIVE
Officers responded to an argument between a mother and son. The son reportedly shoved his mother. When she called 911, the suspect continued to grab her arms. The suspect fled before police arrived. Charges were forwarded to the prosecutor’s office.
TIME
21: 26
CONTACT TYPE
Strong Arm Robbery
LOCATION
300 Blk Bellevue Way SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-6906
NARRATIVE
A shoplifter punched loss prevention as she tried to flee the store. Loss prevention detained her, and she was arrested and booked into jail.
TIME
23: 45
CONTACT TYPE
Theft
LOCATION
13200 Blk SE 36th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-6926
NARRATIVE
The reporting parted reported for security work and discovered a vehicle on a jack with a missing wheel/tire.
TIME
20: 38
CONTACT TYPE
Shoplift/Warrant Arrest
LOCATION
400 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7057
NARRATIVE
Suspects entered a store and were confronted by loss prevention as they left. The suspects managed to run to their vehicle and attempted to drive away, only to find the exit blocked by security personnel. The male suspect driver ran from the vehicle and was caught by security and turned over to police. He then provided a false identity. When his true identity was discovered, so were multiple felony warrants. The suspect was booked into jail on the warrants. The female suspect was detained and released at the scene and will be summoned in the mail for theft.
TIME
22: 55
CONTACT TYPE
DUI
LOCATION
13900 Blk NE 8th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7079
NARRATIVE
Officers observed a suspect pursuing another vehicle along 140th Ave NE. The officers stopped the suspect and found she was covered in her own blood. The suspect was arrested for DUI after being cleared by AID. The second vehicle fled the area at the time of the traffic stop.
February 10
TIME
00: 44
CONTACT TYPE
Possession Stolen Vehicle
LOCATION
106th Ave SE / Lake Washington Blvd SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-6932
NARRATIVE
An officer say a suspect in a stolen vehicle out of Seattle. A high-risk vehicle stop was initiated, and the suspect was taken into custody without incident and booked into jail.
TIME
03: 40
CONTACT TYPE
Agency Assist
LOCATION
14200 Blk Eastgate Way
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-6936
NARRATIVE
Tacoma PD notified NORCOM about an armed suicidal subject in the area. Officers located the subject in his vehicle. A contact team was established and successfully took the subject into protective custody without incident. A firearm was located and retrieved.
TIME
02: 16
CONTACT TYPE
Warrant Arrest
LOCATION
3700 Blk 132nd Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7106
NARRATIVE
While conducting a patrol check, an officer noticed an occupied vehicle parked in the parking lot. The officer ran the plates and identified the driver, who had a DUI Warrant out of Seattle. The driver’s identity and warrant were confirmed. He was booked into jail.
February 11
TIME
14: 10
CONTACT TYPE
Warrants
LOCATION
2000 Blk 148th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7174
NARRATIVE
Bike officers contacted the suspect, who had several warrants from multiple agencies. The suspect had five misdemeanor warrants out of Lake Forest Park for a total bail of $6,500. Lake Forest Park confirmed the warrants. Officers transported the suspect and turned him over to Lake Forest Park.
February 12
TIME
14: 40
CONTACT TYPE
Sex Offense
LOCATION
1400 Blk 156th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
20-7367
NARRATIVE
Officers investigated allegations of unwanted sexual touching that occurred between coworkers at a business throughout 2020. Officers interviewed the alleged victim and obtained a statement. Detectives were notified of the circumstances.
TIME
16: 30
CONTACT TYPE
Robbery (Strong Arm)
LOCATION
3900 Blk 124th Ave SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
20-7390
NARRATIVE
Officers were dispatched to a strong-arm robbery after an unknown shoplift suspect punched an employee in the stomach/ribs. The suspect then fled the area on foot and could not be located. The investigation is ongoing.
TIME
16: 00
CONTACT TYPE
Car Prowl-Eluding
LOCATION
500 Blk Bellevue Way NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7384
NARRATIVE
Security watched a car prowl, and officers responded. Attempts to stop the suspect as he fled the scene in a vehicle without plates failed, with the suspect refusing to stop and evading officers. Officers discontinued their efforts to initiate the stop. The vehicle sustained damage while driving over C-curbing and entered southbound on I-405. Officers followed at a safe distance, hoping WSP would respond to our request for assistance. The smoking vehicle was last seen southbound on I 405 in the area of Exit 4 in Renton.
TIME
21: 43
CONTACT TYPE
Order Violation
LOCATION
4200 Blk Factoria Blvd SE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7434
NARRATIVE
A victim called 911 to have a subject removed from his apartment. The victim was a protected person in a DV No Contact order with the subject. The suspect left the scene before officers arrived. The case was filed with the prosecutor.
February 13
TIME
12: 00
CONTACT TYPE
DUI
LOCATION
2000 Blk 148th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7517
NARRATIVE
A suspect was asleep behind the wheel while at a traffic light. The passenger was also passed out. Several cars had formed a line behind the subject, who was several car lengths from the light. Unable to wake the driver, Officers opened the driver’s door and immediately saw numerous wires coming from the steering column. The driver was an officer safety subject and known to BPD. Both subjects were taken from the vehicle. The driver was arrested for DUI and booked into jail. The passenger was later released.
TIME
15: 30
CONTACT TYPE
Mental Health
LOCATION
800 Blk 116th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7541
NARRATIVE
Officers encountered a subject who was exhibiting erratic behavior and possibly under the influence of drugs. Officers got him to calm down and were able to detain him without incident. He was transported to the hospital for a mental health evaluation.
TIME
18: 18
CONTACT TYPE
Attempt Kidnap
LOCATION
Northup Way east of 108th Ave NE
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7564
NARRATIVE
The suspect pulled his vehicle next to the victim as she walked on the sidewalk. He approached her and ordered her to get into the vehicle. When she refused, he threatened her with a weapon. She refused again and attempted to flag down a passing vehicle. The suspect left the scene and was last seen entering the on-ramp for westbound SR-520 from Bellevue Way. Detectives responded, and traffic camera video was obtained of the suspect vehicle. The victim was not injured.
February 14
TIME
21: 40
CONTACT TYPE
Criminal Traffic Arrest
LOCATION
13000 Blk NE 20th St
INCIDENT/CASE#
21-7663
NARRATIVE
Police contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that the suspect was driving with a suspended license. The suspect was advised he would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released at the scene.
The suspect in the attempted kidnapping has been identified and is in custody after Seattle police recognized the suspect from a similar crime in that city.
Saturday evening, February 13th, a victim in Bellevue reported that a male driving a white van tried to force her into his van at knifepoint near 108th Ave NE and Northup Way at 6:20 pm. The victim refused and flagged down a passing car. At that point, the suspect fled westbound on SR-520. The victim was not injured.
Bellevue detectives issued a regionwide bulletin, and a Seattle Police detective recognized the description and contacted BPD with the suspect’s identification. It turns out the suspect was already in custody in Snohomish County on unrelated charges.
The vehicle the suspect used, which had previously been reported stolen in Seattle, was recovered by Bellevue police and will be processed for additional evidence.
The suspect remains at the Snohomish County Jail on unrelated charges and will be booked at the King County Jail upon his release.