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A man was grazed by a bullet in a shooting on Tacoma's east side on Christmas, suffering a minor injury. The incident occurred on East McKinley Avenue, and police are investigating without releasing further details about the circumstances or suspects.
A shooting at MultiCare Allenmore Hospital in Tacoma, Washington, resulted in one man dead and a woman wounded, with the incident believed to be targeted and following a fight between the victims; police are investigating and the hospital remains on restricted access.
A pod of orca whales was observed playing near the shore of Commencement Bay near Tacoma, with uncertainty about whether they were Southern Residents, which have been absent from the area for over 8 weeks, possibly due to environmental factors affecting salmon populations.
Washington State Patrol is investigating three separate wrong-way DUI crashes in Tacoma that occurred within three hours on June 2, 2024, resulting in two fatalities and multiple injuries. Several drivers were arrested for DUI and vehicular homicide. The incidents have sparked community outrage and calls for increased vigilance against drunk driving.
The suspect accused of randomly stabbing a woman at Point Defiance Park in Tacoma was arrested at San Francisco International Airport while allegedly trying to leave the country. The suspect, who has ties to the Puget Sound area, was apprehended with the help of law enforcement agencies and is awaiting extradition to Washington. The victim, identified as "Jane," had been attacked on a marked trail in broad daylight, but witnesses intervened to stop the assault. The suspect had fled Washington state after the attack, prompting a nationwide manhunt that led to his arrest in California.
Toyota has recalled 381,000 Tacomas due to potential rear axle failure caused by welding debris, which could affect vehicle stability and braking performance. Additionally, 281,663 Tundras, Sequoias, and Lexus LX600s have been recalled for possible transmission problems. Owners will be notified starting in April, and dealers will check and repair affected vehicles.
Toyota is recalling 381,000 Tacoma midsize pickup trucks from the 2022 and 2023 model years in the U.S. due to a potential rear axle issue where welding debris left on the ends of the axles can cause nuts to loosen and fall off, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect and tighten retaining nuts at no cost to owners, with any damaged components being repaired or replaced, and customers will be notified by mail in late April.
Toyota is recalling 381,000 2022 and 2023 Toyota Tacoma pickup trucks in the U.S. due to an axle issue that could cause parts to fall off, potentially leading to a crash. The company will notify affected customers by late April 2024 and dealers will inspect and retighten axle retaining nuts at no cost. Customers can check if their vehicle is affected by visiting Toyota.com/recall or contacting the Toyota Brand Engagement Center.
Toyota has announced a recall of over 683,000 vehicles, including 381,000 Tacoma pickup trucks in the U.S. due to a loose part that can separate from the rear axle, potentially increasing the risk of a crash. This comes as the latest in a series of recalls by the Japanese automaker, including issues with transmission, head restraint bracket, and rearview camera, affecting various models. Toyota will inspect and repair affected vehicles for free, with customers being notified by late April. Last year, Toyota recalled 4.2 million vehicles, with the recent recalls adding to concerns about vehicle safety.
Toyota is recalling 381,000 Tacoma midsize pickup trucks in the U.S. from the 2022 and 2023 model years due to a rear axle issue where welding debris left on the ends of the axles can cause nuts to loosen and fall off, increasing the risk of a crash. The company will inspect and tighten retaining nuts at no cost to owners, and any damaged components will be repaired or replaced. Customers will be notified by mail in late April.
Toyota is recalling 381,000 Tacoma midsize pickup trucks in the U.S. from the 2022 and 2023 model years due to welding debris left on the ends of the axles, which can cause nuts to loosen and eventually fall off, increasing the risk of a crash. Owners will be notified by mail in late April, and dealers will inspect the rear axles and tighten retaining nuts at no cost, with any damaged components being repaired or replaced.
Tacoma police are searching for a suspect after a woman was stabbed while walking on a trail at Point Defiance Park. The incident occurred in the 5500 block of 5-Mile Drive, and the suspect fled through the trails. The woman was conscious and taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Officials believe the stabbing was a random crime and are urging anyone with information to come forward, as there were many parkgoers present at the time of the incident.
Tacoma residents expressed outrage at the city's $500,000 resignation agreements with three police officers acquitted in the death of Manuel "Manny" Ellis, criticizing the payment of over $1 million to officers on trial for murder. During the City Council meeting, supporters voiced opposition to the agreements, with Ellis' sister accusing the council of repeatedly failing her family and others in Tacoma. The council also voted to condemn the practice of police hogties, following controversy surrounding Ellis' death, and supported a statewide ban on hogties. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for western Washington announced an independent review into Ellis’ death and the officers’ actions.
Three police officers in Tacoma, Washington have been acquitted of all charges in the 2020 death of Manuel "Manny" Ellis, a Black man. The jury cleared Christopher Burbank and Matthew Collins of second-degree murder and manslaughter charges, and Timothy Rankine of manslaughter charges. The officers' defense argued that Ellis' death was a result of drug use, not excessive force. Ellis died in police custody, repeatedly saying "Can't breathe, sir," three months before George Floyd's death. This was the first trial of officers charged in a suspect's death since a 2018 state measure removed the requirement to prove police acted with malice.
A jury has found three police officers not guilty in the 2020 death of Manuel Ellis, an unarmed Black man who died while in police custody in Tacoma, Washington. The officers were acquitted of charges including second-degree murder and manslaughter. Ellis died after being restrained, beaten, tased, and put in a spit mask by law enforcement. The defense argued that Ellis' death was not unlawful and pointed to his history of drug addiction and mental health issues. The case has sparked controversy and protests, with critics arguing that Ellis deserved to be treated with dignity and that the officers' use of force was excessive.