Warrants Issued For Man Accused In Thefts Targeting Seniors

Prosecutors say a prolific thief repeatedly targeted and scammed seniors in Renton and Bellevue, then drained their bank accounts.

King County Cautions Against Fireworks, Even Where They Are Legal

Personal fireworks are banned in most King County cities, but fire officials are urging against using them anywhere due to dry weather.

Pedestrian Killed In Tuesday Morning Crash On State Route 167

Troopers said a driver struck a pedestrian in the road Tuesday morning. Investigators do not suspect impairment.

Catalytic Converter Thefts Up By 37 Percent: Renton Police

Most of these crimes are happening in the south end of Renton, according to police.

Renton Police Warn About Phone Scammers Impersonating Officers

The latest round of scam calls going around Renton may appear on caller ID as coming from the police department, officials warned Wednesday.

2 Injured In Shooting At Southcenter Mall In Tukwila: Police

Police said the shooting at Westfield Southcenter Mall was likely an isolated incident between people who knew each other.

Auburn Man Arrested, Accused Of Threatening To Kill Seattle Mayor

The Seattle Police Department said the 43-year-old man left a voicemail Tuesday threatening to kill Mayor Jenny Durkan.

Police Record Largest Drug Bust In Renton History

Renton police seized an estimated $1.7 million in narcotics Monday, making for the largest drug bust in department history, officials said.

Shooting Outside Renton Hotel Leaves 1 Man Hospitalized

Police said a 27-year-old man was shot several times but is expected to survive.

Renton Launches Safe Place Program To Combat Hate Crimes

Renton police have a program created by the Seattle Police Department to support victims and encourage reporting of hate crimes.

Green Valley Fire Burns 50 Acres Near Auburn, State Help Approved

Washington on Monday evening mobilized state resources to help with a large brush fire burning south of Black Diamond.

Woman Arrested In Fairwood After Hit-And-Run, Standoff

A three-hour standoff ensued Wednesday after King County deputies found a hit-and-run suspect's truck stuck in the mud, investigators said.

Renton Fire Crews Respond To Gas Leak In Maplewood Heights

Firefighters and utility crews responded to a gas leak Wednesday morning on 156th Avenue Southeast.

Ammo Cache Found After Renton House Fire Kills 1, Injures 3

Fire crews remained on scene Friday afternoon, putting out hotspots on a house fire that killed one and injured three others.

Renton Taco Truck Burns Down, GoFundMe Established

Taqueria El Taco Loco's truck burned down on Easter Sunday. Now, the community is rallying to get owners back on their feet.

Fairwood SWAT Response Ends Peacefully, Burglary Suspect Arrested

Investigators said a man barricaded himself in a shuttle bus after burglarizing several businesses in a shopping complex Friday morning.

Sheriff Probes 'Thin Blue Line' Sticker On King County Patrol SUV

Sheriff Mitzi Johanknecht asked for an internal review after a person raised concerns about a sticker on a deputy's patrol vehicle.

Renton Police Investigate Reports Of Medical Child Abuse

Two children were placed in protective custody Wednesday, while detectives investigate claims of abuse.

Renton Police Search For 2 Men After Paint Store Robbery

Police said one of the men pointed a gun at employees inside a downtown store and demanded cash.

Silver Alert Issued For Missing Renton Man

Renton police are seeking help finding an 86-year-old man with dementia, who may be heading south along Interstate 5.

Man Charged In Fatal Shooting Of Teen In Renton

Prosecutors allege Michael Leemoui shot and killed a 17-year-old boy in Renton on Monday.

Renton Is Hiring New Police Officers

The Renton Police Department has openings for both entry-level and lateral hires.

Judge Allows Release For King County Man Charged In DC Riots

The Auburn-area man faces four federal charges related to the Jan. 6 breach of the U.S. Capitol.

Arrest Made In Fatal Renton Shooting Of Teen

Renton detectives arrested a 41-year-old Seattle man Tuesday morning, accused of fatally shooting a teen boy on Monday.

17-Year-Old Boy Killed In Renton Shooting

A teen boy died Monday night after a shooting on North 4th Street, according to Renton police.

Missing Girl, Stolen SUV Found After Renton AMBER Alert

Police said the missing girl was located less than 30 minutes after authorities issued an AMBER Alert in Renton Wednesday.

Renton Police Warn Of Latest Phone Scam

A new robocall is circulating locally, and Renton police are asking residents to boost their defenses and pass on a few tips to loved ones.

Renton PD: Man Wanted For Discharging Fire Extinguishers

Renton police said the suspect discharged the fire extinguishers inside a parking garage near Gene Coulon Park.

DC Riots: South King County Man Faces Federal Charges

Federal prosecutors allege Ethan Nordean is a member of the Proud Boys and illegally entered the U.S. Capitol on Jan 6.

Renton Man Arrested Tuesday Faces 2 Child Porn Charges

King County prosecutors allege the 41-year-old man stored or shared thousands of explicit images featuring minors.

Internet Crimes Against Kids Surge In King County During Pandemic

King County prosecutors have already filed more cases involving crimes against minors online than in all of 2019.

5 Arrested After Woman's Purse Stolen At Gunpoint: Renton Police

Police believe the group may have been involved in a "rash of other crimes" in South King County on Monday.

Animal Abuse, Neglect On The Rise In King County

King County prosecutors say cases involving animal cruelty and neglect have already reached levels equaling the previous two years combined.

11-Year-Old Boy Killed In Renton Stabbing, Brother Arrested

Renton police said a 22-year-old man chased his younger brother down the street before fatally attacking him Saturday afternoon.

63 Sex Offenders In Renton: 2020 Safety Map

Every fall, Patch publishes and promotes maps that help individuals more easily access information on local sex-offenders.

Fairwood Man Arrested, Suspected Of Pulling Gun On Mural Artists

Police said the man raised a pistol and yelled "all lives matter" at a group of artists working on a community mural.

Man Charged In Renton Shooting That Injured Teen Bystander

The man charged in a Renton shooting Wednesday was already in federal custody on suspicion of stealing a Seattle police rifle in May.

WSP Seeks Witnesses After Drive-By Shooting On Interstate 405

Troopers say someone fired up to four shots at a vehicle driving on Interstate 405 near Renton last week.

Renton Woman Pleads Guilty To Gun Purchase Scheme

Shannon McCall pleaded guilty to conspiracy to violate the Gun Control Act and making a false statement to a government agent.

King County Street Racing Emphasis Nets Several Arrests

A joint operation between nine agencies led to three pursuits and several arrests over Labor Day weekend.