Sheriff
Woman injured during I-5 chase sues county, deputies
EVERETT -- Three Snohomish County sheriff's deputies are being sued by an Everett woman whose arm was nearly ripped off in 2010 when a felon trying to outrun the deputies crashed into her van on I-5.
Date: 05/29/2012 | Local News
Kids get free trip to jail
EVERETT -- Nate Johnson, 12, flopped face-down on the mat. He lifted his arms behind him and waited for the handcuffs.Snohomish County corrections Sgt. Dan Stites looked at Johnson's mother."You'll love this, Mom," Stites said.
Date: 04/27/2012 | Local News
Deputy on motorcycle suffers minor injuries in spill
ARLINGTON -- A Snohomish County sheriff's deputy was injured slightly Tuesday morning after taking a spill from his motorcycle.The accident occurred after 9 a.m. near the southbound ramp of I-5 near Smokey Point, sheriff's office chief Kevin Prentiss said.
Date: 04/25/2012 | Local News
New chief has high hopes
John Flood wants Snohomish police contract to succeed
Date: 04/03/2012 | Local News
Man shot by deputy in serious condition
MONROE — A Monroe-area man was listed in serious condition Tuesday after he was shot by a Snohomish County deputy who said he threatened her with a knife.
Date: 03/27/2012 | Local News
Report details fatal shooting by deputy in July
LYNNWOOD -- A Snohomish County sheriff's deputy was on his way home in July when he stopped to speak with a pedestrian who had crossed against the light in front of his patrol car near Lynnwood.
Date: 03/15/2012 | Local News
The lost protectors
11 sworn officers in county have died on duty since 1902
Date: 02/29/2012 | Need to Know
Promotion brings a change in police chiefs for Stanwood
STANWOOD -- The city is saying goodbye to one police chief and welcoming another.Former chief Ty Trenary was promoted to captain at the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office.
Date: 02/22/2012 | Local News
Rescuer becomes the rescued
Everett Mountain Rescue volunteer had to rely on teammates
Date: 02/15/2012 | Local News
County, ex-corrections officer settle sexual harassment lawsuit
EVERETT -- A former corrections officer at the Snohomish County Jail has settled a sexual-harassment lawsuit against the county for a six-figure payment and a formal apology.
Date: 02/14/2012 | Local News
County says five Snohomish police don’t meet standard for deputies
SNOHOMISH -- A total of five Snohomish police officers will lose their jobs during the transition from a city-run department to county-run agency.The officers didn't meet Snohomish County Sheriff's Office standards and were not hired, officials said.
Date: 12/24/2011 | Local News
Motorcycles’ rumble could return to Snohomish this spring
SNOHOMISH -- After almost of three years away, the Sky Valley Antique and Classic Motorcycle Show aims to return to this city.
Date: 12/22/2011 | Local News
Helicopter pilot ready to share rescue stories with school groups
When Bill Quistorf was in school, he didn't understand why he had to study subjects like math, English and computer skills. As the Snohomish County sheriff's chief pilot, Quistorf ended up using it all, he said.
Date: 12/13/2011 | Local News
Snohomish names new police chief
SNOHOMISH -- The city will have a new police chief starting Jan. 1.Officials on Wednesday named Snohomish County Sheriff's Lt. John Flood as the city's next top cop.
Date: 12/08/2011 | Local News
Granite Falls considers sheriff’s contract
Another city in Snohomish County is exploring the idea of merging its police department into the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office.Granite Falls City Council members voted on Nov. 30 to authorize Mayor Haroon Saleem to discuss a possible police services contract.
Date: 12/06/2011 | Sirens
Snohomish police will become part of county sheriff's office
SNOHOMISH -- The city's police department will be absorbed into the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office.City Council members Tuesday night voted 4-3 to contract for police services during the next five years.
Date: 11/16/2011 | Local News
Snohomish council to make decision on replacing police with county sheriff’s deputies
SNOHOMISH -- The city of Snohomish could be patrolled by sheriff's deputies as early as January.The long-debated switch from the city's police department to a contract with the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office is scheduled for a City Council vote on Tuesday.
Date: 11/14/2011 | Local News
Sheriff, PTA honor memory of Bothell man with funds for sign at Woodside Elementary
BOTHELL -- Salli Smith got two birthday surprises from Snohomish County Sheriff John Lovick this year.First, he threw her a birthday gathering and invited her coworkers from Woodside Elementary School in the Bothell area.
Date: 11/08/2011 | Local News
Mill Creek will keep own police services
MILL CREEK -- The city of Mill Creek is keeping its own police department.
Date: 10/05/2011 | Local News
Mill Creek police guild opposed to sheriff's contract
News that Mill Creek is considering contracting with the sheriff's office for police services is causing a bit of a stir.A story about it from Tuesday already has two dozen comments from Herald readers.
Date: 09/29/2011 | Sirens
Mill Creek considers outsourcing some police services
MILL CREEK -- Another Snohomish County city is considering outsourcing for police services.This month, Mill Creek officials asked Sheriff John Lovick to submit a proposal that would have deputies providing law enforcement within city limits.
Date: 09/27/2011 | Local News
Hiker dies on Mount Pilchuck after 300-foot fall off cliff
VERLOT -- A Snohomish County Search and Rescue helicopter on Wednesday recovered the body of a hiker who fell to his death on Mount Pilchuck the day before.The identity of the man, 29, was not immediately released. He is believed to be from Bellingham.
Date: 09/07/2011 | Local News
Snohomish to negotiate hiring Sheriff's deputies
SNOHOMISH -- With some big decisions made by the City Council on Tuesday night, city staff can now finish working on a proposed 2012 city budget."We have enough information from the council that we can now provide a balanced proposed budget," city manager Larry Bauman said.
Date: 08/18/2011 | Local News
What's next for Snohomish police contract?
The city of Snohomish made its move last night in deciding to start penning a contract for police services with the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office. I wrote about it for Wednesday's paper.
Date: 08/17/2011 | Sirens
Snohomish to seek contract with sheriff for police work
SNOHOMISH -- The city of Snohomish plans to begin negotiating a police services contract with the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office.
Date: 08/16/2011 | Local News
Snohomish council still debating police service
SNOHOMISH -- The time is running out for the City Council.Last week, the council could not agree whether to sign a contract with the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office or keep its own police department.
Date: 08/08/2011 | Local News
Search and Rescue helicopter back and better than ever
EVERETT -- Lighter and more versatile, the county's SnoHawk 10 rescue helicopter is back to work after an eight-month, $1.5 million upgrade.The black UH-1H Plus "Huey" helicopter gleamed under sunny skies Thursday while on display at Paine Field.
Date: 07/29/2011 | Local News
Around the County
Sultan: Sheriff's office offers more servicesPeople who live in east Snohomish County now can get concealed pistol licenses and fingerprinting services closer to home.
Date: 07/26/2011 | Local News
Without volunteers, no searches or rescues
Sheriff's Sgt. Danny Wikstrom can't say enough about Snohomish County's search-and-rescue volunteers."These folks love the outdoors, they love people and they want to serve," Wikstrom said. "They live and breathe their motto, 'So others may live.'"
Date: 07/24/2011 | Need to Know
Snohomish may have third option for policing
The city of Snohomish has a lot to consider when it comes to deciding whether to contract for police services.It may be about to get more complicated.
Date: 07/13/2011 | Sirens
Bothell man shot by sheriff’s deputy had record
BOTHELL -- A man who was shot dead Sunday by a Snohomish County sheriff's deputy in life often was seen strolling through the normally quiet cul-de-sac where he made his home with his mother.
Date: 07/12/2011 | Local News
Snohomish Police Guild recommends sheriff's contract
I wrote a story for Thursday's paper about the uncertainty over the future of policing in Snohomish.The story referenced a letter submitted to City Council by the Snohomish Police Guild.
Date: 07/07/2011 | Sirens
Sheriff lobbies Snohomish to contract with county to provide law enforcement
SNOHOMISH -- City leaders aren't getting much closer to making up their minds about the future of policing in Snohomish.But they are being courted by Snohomish County Sheriff John Lovick.
Date: 07/07/2011 | Local News
Snohomish exploring options for policing
SNOHOMISH -- The city of Snohomish is leaning toward keeping its cop shop.Outsourcing police services is one of the ideas the city is considering to close a roughly $1 million shortfall in next year's budget.
Date: 06/18/2011 | Local News
Snohomish still counting votes on proposed police, parks taxes
Remember how Snohomish is considering a contract with the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office for police services? We wrote a long story about it and a few shorter stories about the city's other upcoming budget decisions last...
Date: 06/15/2011 | Sirens
Granite Falls woman reported missing after walk with friend in woods
GRANITE FALLS -- Search-and-rescue volunteers and Snohomish County sheriff's detectives spent much of Wednesday searching for a missing Granite Falls woman. The search for Angela Marie Gilbert, 41, was called off Wednesday night, and it was unclear if it would resume today.
Date: 06/08/2011 | Local News
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