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A federal judge ended over a decade of federal oversight of the Seattle Police Department, citing significant improvements in officer accountability, use-of-force policies, and community relations since the implementation of reforms following allegations of excessive force and racial bias.
Seattle police arrested Patrick Maisonet in connection with a home invasion robbery at Macklemore's residence, where attackers stole championship rings and personal items; the suspect has a violent criminal history and was linked to stolen items found at a jewelry store.
Seattle police arrested a 29-year-old man connected to a home invasion robbery in Capitol Hill, where a nanny was attacked and valuables stolen. The investigation led to the suspect's arrest and the recovery of stolen items from a jewelry store, including pieces linked to celebrities. Authorities are seeking public help to identify stolen items.
A federal judge has allowed a lawsuit to proceed against Seattle police officers involved in the 2019 shooting of Ryan Smith, who was killed after a mental health crisis. The case challenges the officers' use of deadly force and the police department's handling of Smith's mental health issues, with the trial scheduled for September. The ruling marks a shift in legal attitudes towards police accountability and qualified immunity.
Seattle police are investigating a fatal shooting in Pioneer Square that occurred Saturday night, leaving one man dead. The incident took place near Occidental Avenue South and Yesler Way, and despite life-saving efforts, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Homicide detectives are leading the investigation and are seeking information from the public.
A shooting in Ballard, Seattle, has left one person dead and three others injured. The incident occurred at two different locations, with the first shooting reported at the Golden Gardens dog park. Two adults were found with gunshot wounds, resulting in the death of a 44-year-old man and serious injuries to a 25-year-old man. Later, two more adults were discovered injured in a vehicle at another location. The police believe the two scenes are related but are unsure of the motive. The Seattle Police Department's Homicide Unit is actively investigating the incident.
A Seattle police officer, Daniel Auderer, who was under investigation for making callous remarks about a woman fatally hit by a patrol car, has been administratively reassigned to a non-operational position. Body-camera footage showed Auderer joking about the death of 23-year-old Jaahnavi Kandula and suggesting her life had "limited value." The incident sparked international scrutiny, and the Consulate General of India demanded a thorough investigation. The Community Police Commission recommended Auderer's suspension without pay, and demonstrators called for his resignation. The officer's reassignment follows the investigation by the Seattle Office of Police Accountability, which received a complaint from a Seattle police employee. The officer involved in the fatal collision, Officer Kevin Dave, is also under review.
Outrage has erupted after body-worn police camera footage was released showing a Seattle officer laughing and suggesting $11,000 as compensation following the death of Jaahnavi Kandula, a 23-year-old graduate student from India who was fatally struck by a police car in January. The officer's comments, which he claimed were intended as mockery towards lawyers, have sparked rallies, online petitions, and demands for justice from the South Asian diaspora. The Indian Consulate General of India in San Francisco has called for a thorough investigation, while US Reps. Ro Khanna and Pramila Jayapal have demanded justice and expressed their disgust. The Seattle Community Police Commission has recommended that the officer be placed on unpaid leave as his comments are investigated.
Shocking bodycam footage has emerged showing a Seattle police officer, identified as Daniel Auderer, laughing and making insensitive remarks about a woman, Jaahnavi Kandula, who was struck and killed by a patrol car in January. The officer was responding to a priority-one call and was driving at 74mph in a 25mph zone. The incident was ruled an accident, and the officer was returned to duty. The footage, released by Seattle Police, shows Officer Auderer insulting and laughing about the victim during a phone call just hours after the incident. An investigation is now underway by the Office of Police Accountability.
The number of shootings in Capitol Hill, Seattle has already surpassed the total number of shootings in 2021, according to the Seattle police department. The increase in gun violence has been a concern for the community and law enforcement officials, who are working to address the issue.