Police seek identity of 3 car prowl suspects

Published 10:27 pm Friday, September 5, 2008

LYNNWOOD — Snohomish County sheriff’s deputies released photographs Friday of three young men suspected in an early morning smash-and-grab spree at the Ash Way park-and-ride.

Deputies and Community Transit are asking for the public’s help to identify the car prowlers.

“Someone out there probably will recognize at least one of these people,” sheriff’s Sgt. Dave Sorenson said. “We urge them to come forward and help us catch the people responsible for this crime.”

Security cameras captured the trio walking through the parking lot and breaking into vehicles between 4 and 4:45 a.m. Monday. One photograph also captured the suspected getaway car.

Dozens of cars were parked in the lot overnight. About 20 cars were damaged and burglarized. Glass littered the parking lot.

The suspects also may have wiped dew off the windows of other vehicles while hunting for property inside, officials said.

“Anytime you have a lot of cars parked in one place, whether it’s an apartment complex, a shopping center or a park-and-ride, this sort of thing can happen,” Sorenson said. “Whenever people park, they should be vigilant and not leave valuables in sight inside of their vehicle.”

Anyone who recognizes the suspects or has information about the crime is asked to call 425-438-6217.