News Releases

  1. SPD News Releases
  1. News Release City of Snoqualmie Grpahic

    Study Shows Significant Speeding in Snoqualmie School Zones

    Residents have shared concerns in recent months about speeding in school zones, specifically along Meadowbrook Way near Mount Si High School, Park Str... Read on...
  2. Flood Update City of Snoqualmie

    Mayor Ross Declares State of Emergency as Atmospheric River Causes Severe Flooding in the Snoqualmie

    SNOQUALMIE, WA — Mayor Ross has declared a State of Emergency as an intense atmospheric river storm brings significant and dangerous flooding to the S... Read on...
  3. National Night Out 2025

    Snoqualmie Police Department Invites Community to National Night Out August 5th

    The Snoqualmie Police Dept. is pleased to host National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 5-7pm, returning to Snoqualmie Community Park. An evenin... Read on...
  4. SPD News Release Infographic 2024

    Snoqualmie Police Department Investigating Deceased Male Found in the Snoqualmie River

    On June 7, 2025, at approximately 12:46 pm, Snoqualmie Police Department officers responded to the Snoqualmie River near Riverview Park in downtown Sn... Read on...
  5. SPD News Release Infographic 2024

    Snoqualmie Police Department Arrests North Bend Man on Child Exploitation Charges

    n May 6, 2025, with the help of the KCSO Special Assault Unit, a Snoqualmie Police Dept. Detective arrested an adult male in North Bend for possessing... Read on...
  6. News Release City of Snoqualmie Graphic

    Snoqualmie Police Chief Terminated Following Extensive Investigation

    On April 10, 2025, the City of Snoqualmie terminated the employment of Police Chief Brian Lynch following the conclusion of an external investigation.... Read on...
  7. SPD News Release Infographic 2024

    Snoqualmie Police Charge Taco Time Employee for Distribution of Alcohol and Nicotine to Minors

    The Snoqualmie Police Department has successfully concluded an investigation initiated in December 2024 regarding allegations that a North Bend Taco T... Read on...
  8. Snoqualmie Police Department Chief Lynch Statement Graphic

    Snoqualmie Police Chief Statement | Immigration Status and Police Response

    On Jan. 25, 2025, Snoqualmie Police Dept. officers responded to a crisis intervention incident in downtown North Bend. The incident was resolved peace... Read on...
  9. SPD Update Graphic

    Snoqualmie Police Department Fully Reinstates School Resource Officer Position

    Snoqualmie PD is pleased to share that its School Resource Officer position with the Snoqualmie Valley School District has been fully reinstated. The ... Read on...
  10. SPD News Release Infographic 2024

    Snoqualmie-North Bend Police Arrest Suspect in Hit-and-Run of Pedestrian

    On November 18, 2024, at 6:49 am, Snoqualmie-North Bend Police Department officers were dispatched to the report of a person laying in the roadway nea... Read on...
  11. SPD News Release Infographic 2024

    Snoqualmie Police Dept. Investigates Threat at Mount Si High School, Determined to be Hoax

    On October 29, 2024, at 8:50 am, the Snoqualmie Police Department was made aware of a potential threat at Mount Si High School to occur on October 31,... Read on...
  12. SPD News Release Infographic 2024

    Drive-thru Coffee Order Leads to Felony Arrest and Recovered Stolen Firearm in North Bend

    An alert SPD Sergeant was starting his shift out with coffee at Huxdotter Coffee in North Bend when he observed a vehicle in the drive-thru line ahead... Read on...
  13. Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Badge

    Snoqualmie Police Department Shows Breast Cancer Awareness Support with Special Patches

    On October 1, 2024, the Snoqualmie Police Department debuted special patches in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Residents will see officers ... Read on...
  14. SPD Update Graphic

    North Bend Burglaries Investigation Update: Public Asked to Help Identify Suspects

    Police continue to investigate burglaries and car prowls that occurred in North Bend during the early morning hours of September 23, 2024. The public... Read on...
  15. SPD News Release Infographic 2024

    POLICE INVESTIGATE LATE NIGHT BURGLARIES OF OCCUPIED HOMES IN NORTH BEND

    The Snoqualmie-North Bend Police Department is investigating the burglaries of two occupied North Bend homes overnight Sunday, September 22, 2024. The... Read on...
  16. SPD News Release Infographic 2024

    Snoqualmie Police Arrest 28-year-old Man for Communicating with a Minor for Immoral Purposes

    On September 19, 2024, at approximately 5:20 pm, Snoqualmie Police Department officers arrested a 28-year-old male at Jeanne Hansen Park for communica... Read on...
  17. SPD Scam Alert Graphic

    Police Warn ‘Sextortion’ Scam Now Includes Photos of Homes, Urge Residents not to Respond

    The Snoqualmie Police Department is urging residents not to respond to the latest version of the “sextortion” scam that includes photos of targeted vi... Read on...
  18. Chat with the Chiefs_Sept 18_ Graphic

    Snoqualmie Police Dept. Updates | School Resource Officer Position, Chat with the Chief on Sept. 18

    The Snoqualmie Police Dept. continues work to reinstate the School Resource Officer position that was put on hold due to staffing constraints within t... Read on...
  19. SPD News Release Infographic 2023

    Snoqualmie Police Department Announces Temporary Pause of School Resource Officer Position

    On August 13, 2024, Snoqualmie Police Chief Brian Lynch notified the Snoqualmie Valley School District that due to staffing constraints within the dep... Read on...
  20. Bank Burglary Suspect 1

    Snoqualmie Police Department Need Help Identifying Burglary Suspect

    The Snoqualmie Police Dept. is asking for the public's help to identify a suspect who burglarized the Snoqualmie Ridge Bank of America the morning of ... Read on...
  21. Safe Rider Citation Program PR

    Safe Rider Citation Program Rewards Local Youth for Safely Riding Bikes, Scooters

    The Snoqualmie Police Dept, in partnership with Snoqualmie Fire and Eastside Fire & Rescue Station 87, launched the Safe Rider Citation Program, w... Read on...
  22. National Night Out 2024

    Snoqualmie/North Bend Police Department Hosts National Night Out Event, August 6 at Si View Park

    The Snoqualmie Police Dept. is pleased to host its National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, from 4-8 pm, at Si View Park in North Bend. Th... Read on...
  23. E-bike and E-scooter law graphic

    Stay Safe this Summer: Understand Snoqualmie E-Bike and E-Scooter Laws

    Summer is here, with it comes warmer and longer days and more residents on bikes and scooters on sidewalks, paths, and streets. If you’re heading out... Read on...
  24. Snoqualmie Leash Law 101 Graphic

    Keep Your Community and Pets Safe this Summer: Understand Snoqualmie Leash Law

    It’s important to understand the City's dog leash law, which requires all dogs when off the premises of their owner to be under the control of a leash... Read on...
  25. Chat with Chief Lynch May 29_30 graphic

    Chat with the Chief: Join Snoqualmie Police Chief Lynch for Coffee and Conversation, May 29 and 30

    Residents are invited to join Police Chief Lynch on May 29 and May 30 for coffee and conversation. Chief Lynch will be available to answer residents’ ... Read on...
  26. News Release Graphic March 2023

    City Council Unanimously Adopts New Ordinance: Misuse of the 911 System

    On May 13, the City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 1290 in an effort to reduce the number of false requests for emergency services and the misu... Read on...
  27. SPD News Release Infographic 2023

    Snoqualmie Police Department Officers Contact Person of Interest in Fife Homicide

    On April 21, 2024, a Snoqualmie-North Bend Police Officer located an occupied stolen vehicle in the 400 block of SW Mt Si Blvd in North Bend, WA. The ... Read on...
  28. SPD News Release Infographic 2023

    Warrant Issued in North Bend Homicide, Snoqualmie Police Arrest Suspect

    On March 6, 2024, the King County Superior Court issued a Murder 2nd Degree warrant for the arrest of Brendan T. Bodey in connection with the 2019 de... Read on...
  29. SPD News Release Infographic 2023

    Snoqualmie Police Arrest Teen Bank Robbers Following Pursuit

    On January 26, 2024, Snoqualmie-North Bend Police Department officers responded to a Robbery In Progress at the North Bend Sno Falls Credit Union. A v... Read on...
  30. Chat with the Chiefs_Feb_15_2024 Graphic

    Have Coffee and Chat with the Chiefs on February 15

    Residents are invited to join Fire Chief Mike Bailey and Police Chief Brian Lynch on Thursday, February 15, 2024, for informal conversations over coff... Read on...
  31. SPD News Release Infographic 2023

    Snoqualmie Police Identify Subjects in North Bend Murder-Suicide

    On January 31st, 2024, Snoqualmie-North Bend Police Officers responded to 964 Stone Brook Dr SW in North Bend, WA for a Death Investigation after main... Read on...
  32. SPD Happening Now Infographic

    Snoqualmie Police Department Conducting Death Investigation in North Bend

    On January 31, 2024, at approximately 8:30 pm, the Snoqualmie Police Dept. was investigating the deaths of two individuals in North Bend, WA. Officer... Read on...
  33. Chat with the Chiefs_Feb_15_2024 Graphic

    Have Coffee and Chat with the Chiefs on February 15

    Residents are invited to join Fire Chief Mike Bailey and Police Chief Brian Lynch on Thursday, February 15, 2024, for informal conversations over coff... Read on...
  34. SPD News Release Infographic 2023

    Snoqualmie Police Arrest Teen Bank Robbers Following Pursuit

    On January 26, 2024, Snoqualmie-North Bend Police Department officers responded to a Robbery In Progress at the North Bend Sno Falls Credit Union. A v... Read on...
  35. SPD News Release Infographic 2023

    Snoqualmie Police Make More Arrests in On-Going Internet Cable Thefts

    On December 16, 2023, Snoqualmie Police Department officers responded to a Suspicious Circumstances call at the Meadowbrook Farm Elk Fields in downtow... Read on...
  36. SPD News Release Infographic 2023

    Working With Community Partners, Snoqualmie Police Make Felony Gun Arrests

    On November 6, 2023, Snoqualmie Police officers responded to a vehicle prowl report at Snoqualmie Point Park. The victim was out enjoying our natural ... Read on...
  37. SPD News Release Infographic

    Snoqualmie Police Make Arrests in Lumen Cable Thefts

    Early on December 4, 2023, Snoqualmie Police Department Officers responded to the area of 9800 Railroad Ave SE for a suspicious vehicle complaint. The... Read on...
  38. SPD News Release Infographic 2023

    Snoqualmie Police Department and ICAC Task Force Arrest North Bend Resident

    On Thursday, November 30, 2023, the Snoqualmie Police Department served a search warrant in the 400 block of Stow Ave S in the City of North Bend, WA... Read on...
  39. City  of Snoqualmie News Release Graphic

    Brian Lynch Appointed as Permanent Snoqualmie Police Chief

    On Nov. 13, 2023, Mayor Katherine Ross announced she had appointed Interim Police Chief Brian Lynch to be the permanent chief of the Snoqualmie Police... Read on...
  40. SPD News Release Infographic 2023

    DUI Driver Rams Snoqualmie Police Dept. Vehicle, Flees from Officers

    On Nov. 12, 2023, at 10:09 am, Snoqualmie Police Dept. officers responded to SE 96th St at 351st Ave SE for a welfare check where officers were infor... Read on...
  41. SPD News Release Infographic 2023

    Snoqualmie Police Dept. Officers Respond to Fatal Vehicle vs. Pedestrian Accident in North Bend

    On Nov. 7, 2023, Snoqualmie Police Officers responded to a fatal vehicle vs. pedestrian accident on Cedar Falls Way in North Bend. Based on the facts ... Read on...
  42. SPD News Release Infographic

    King County Carjacking Epidemic Reaches Snoqualmie

    In recent months King County law enforcement has seen a marked increase in carjacking incidents in South King County, Seattle, Bellevue, and now Snoqu... Read on...
  43. SPD awards group photo with Mayor Ross Chief Lynch

    Snoqualmie Police Officers Honored with Merit Awards for Lif-saving Actions

    At the Oct. 9 City Council meeting, five members of the Snoqualmie Police Dept. were honored and presented with service merit awards for their immedia... Read on...
  44. SPD News Release Infographic

    Missing Snoqualmie Man Found Deceased

    Snoqualmie Police, with assistance from the King County Sheriff’s Office and Search and Rescue, have located Mohamed Ibrahim who had been missing sinc... Read on...
  45. SPD News Release Infographic

    Police Arrest Suspect in Connection with String of Internet Cable Line Thefts

    The Snoqualmie Police Department charged a suspect with malicious mischief and attempted theft following damage to cable lines in the early morning ho... Read on...
  46. Mohamed Ibrahim photo

    Police Seek Public’s Help to Locate Missing Person

    The Snoqualmie Police Dept. is asking for the public’s help to locate missing 20-year-old Mohamed E. Ibrahim who was last seen on Aug. 15, 2023. Any m... Read on...
  47. Chat with the Interim Chiefs_Aug 18_ Graphic

    Join Interim Snoqualmie Fire and Police Chiefs for ‘Chat with the Chiefs’ on Aug. 18

    Residents are invited to join Interim Fire Chief Mike Bailey and Interim Police Chief Brian Lynch on Friday, August 18, 2023, for informal conversatio... Read on...
  48. Wear a  Bike Helmet

    Snoqualmie Police and Fire Departments Urge Bike Riders to Wear Helmets

    The Snoqualmie Police and Fire departments urge residents of all ages to wear helmets when biking this summer and year-round. Helmets protect against ... Read on...
  49. National Night Out Event Graphic

    Snoqualmie Police Dept. National Night Out Returns with Community Fun on August 1

    The Snoqualmie Police Dept. is pleased to bring its National Night Out event back to the community on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, from 4-8pm at Snoqualmi... Read on...
  50. SPD News Release Infographic

    Deceased Individual Discovered Under North Bend Bridge

    Early in the evening of June 29, 2023, Snoqualmie/North Bend Police Dept. officers were flagged down for a possible deceased subject under the Snoqual... Read on...
  51. News Release Graphic March 2023

    Snoqualmie Police Chief Phipps Resigns Effective July 3

    On June 27, 2023, Snoqualmie Police Chief Perry Phipps submitted his resignation, effective July 3. Mayor Ross intends to appoint Snoqualmie Police Ca... Read on...
  52. New Release Jan 2023

    Recent Echo Glen Escape Prompts New Notification Alert Option for Nearby Neighborhoods

    The City has collaborated with the King County Office of Emergency Management (KCOEM) to develop an Echo Glen escape notification message using the op... Read on...
  53. Chat with Snoqualmie Police and Fire Chiefs_June 1_ Graphic

    Join Snoqualmie Fire and Police Chiefs for ‘Chat with the Chiefs’ on June 1

    Residents are invited to join Snoqualmie Fire Dept. Chief Mark Correira and Snoqualmie Police Dept. Chief Perry Phipps on Thursday, June 1, 2023, for ... Read on...
  54. Take Back Event graphic

    Snoqualmie Police Department Collects Unwanted Prescription Drugs at Take Back Event, April 22

    On April 22, the Snoqualmie Police Dept. will give the public an opportunity to rid their homes of expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. B... Read on...
  55. SPD News Release Infographic

    Snoqualmie Police Dept. Makes Arrest in 2019 Cold Case Homicide

    On March 9, 2023, an arrest was made in a 2019 cold case homicide involving a 6-month-old child who had been brought in for treatment to a North Bend ... Read on...
  56. Steph Butler.

    Mental Health Professional Makes Big Impact in Short Time Supporting Community and First Responders

    Snoqualmie Police Dept. Mental Health Professional Stephanie Butler - who began working alongside first responders Snoqualmie and North Bend in Septem... Read on...
  57. SPD News Release Infographic

    Arrest Made in Armed Robbery of Snoqualmie Chevron Gas Station

    Following an in-depth investigation, police arrested a 22-year-old male suspect in the Jan. 23rd armed robbery of the Snoqualmie Ridge Chevron gas sta... Read on...
  58. SPD News Release Infographic

    Snoqualmie Police Dept Investigating Armed Robbery with Shot Fired

    On Monday, Jan. 23, 2023, at approximately 9:45 pm, the Snoqualmie Police Dept. responded to an armed robbery involving a shot fired at the Chevron ga... Read on...
  59. VEHICLE THEFT TIPS

    Tips to Protect Theft-Prone Vehicles, Reduce Risk of Becoming a Victim

    Auto Theft continues to be a problem in King County. In 2022, Snoqualmie had 30 auto thefts and North Bend had 28. Certain Hyundai, Kia, and Ford truc... Read on...
  60. SPD News Release Infographic

    Snoqualmie Police Dept. Investigating Arson at North Bend Taco Time

    The Snoqualmie Police Dept. and the King County Sheriff’s Fire Investigation Unit are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the subject(s) re... Read on...
  61. mayor cpt off schulgen

    Newest Member of Snoqualmie Police Department Sworn In

    On Oct. 24, 2022, Mayor Katherine Ross swore in the newest member of the Snoqualmie Police Department - Officer Nicholas Schulgen, who graduated from ... Read on...
  62. Mayor Oath of Office Hendricks

    Two New Snoqualmie Police Department Officers Sworn In

    On October 10, 2022, two new members of the Snoqualmie Police Department – Officers Cory Hendricks and Anthony Lemmon - were introduced to the communi... Read on...
  63. SPD Update Infographic

    Police Arrest Suspect in Attempted Child Luring Case in North Bend

    With the assistance of information from the public, on August 24, 2022, the Snoqualmie Police Department arrested a suspect in a July 24, 2022, attemp... Read on...
  64. SPD News Release Infographic

    Snoqualmie Police Investigating Possible Attempted Child Luring Incident in North Bend

    On Sunday, July 24, 2022, at approximately 3:41pm the Snoqualmie Police Department responded to a possible attempted child luring incident at Torguson... Read on...
  65. SPD News Release Infographic

    Snoqualmie, North Bend Vehicle Prowl Incidents Increase; Lock Doors and Remove Valuables

    Vehicle prowls are one of the most common and preventable crimes that occur. SPD would like to remind residents of easy steps to help prevent vehicle ... Read on...
  66. tyler 1

    Snoqualmie Police Dept. Investigating Missing Endangered Person

    The Snoqualmie Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Tyler Singleton who was reported missing from his home in the Snoqualm... Read on...
  67. Oath of Office

    New Snoqualmie Police Department Captain Sworn In

    On July 11, 2022, in front of a crowd of family, friends, and fellow officers, Brian W. Lynch was sworn in as the new Captain of the Snoqualmie Police... Read on...