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Sayed Nazir Sadat, 37, faces first-degree murder charges for allegedly killing his wife, Geety Sadat, 31, in their Auburn apartment on November 23. The incident occurred in the presence of their three children, prompting prosecutors to label Sadat a flight risk and request a $3 million bail. This case marks the thirteenth domestic violence homicide in King County this year.
Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) responded to multiple medical emergencies in Auburn from November 17-23, 2025. Incidents included an elderly male with shortness of breath, a woman with a possible hip fracture from a fall, and a hypothermia case involving a woman exposed to harsh weather.
The Auburn Symphony Orchestra appointed Gabi Galloway as Executive Director, effective January 2026. Galloway, currently the Individual Giving Director, aims to expand programs and strengthen community connections. Outgoing Executive Director Rachel Perry expressed confidence in Galloway's leadership.
The Auburn Food Bank raised nearly $167,000 at its recent Harvest Breakfast, setting a record amid rising demand for food assistance. Contributions included a $40,000 matching gift from the family of longtime supporter Nixie Van Selus, leading to over $132,000 collected during the event. Community support remains crucial as the food bank prepares for the holiday season.
Auburn Police Department faces the Valley Regional Fire Authority in the annual Turkey Bowl football game on Saturday, Nov. 29, at Auburn High School. This community event promotes camaraderie between residents and first responders, with Auburn Police aiming to reclaim the trophy after last year's defeat.
Auburn Police arrested two men on Nov. 12 and seized 11 pounds of methamphetamine, 3 ounces of fentanyl, and 14 firearms, including a stolen AR-15. The arrests followed a months-long investigation by the Special Investigations Unit and reflect a coordinated effort to remove dangerous drugs and weapons from the community.
Downtown Auburn will host the annual Lighted Santa Parade and Tree Lighting on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025. The free event begins at 4 p.m. with pre-parade entertainment, followed by the parade at 4:30 p.m., culminating in the official tree lighting ceremony at City Hall Plaza.
Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) responded to multiple emergency calls in Auburn and surrounding areas from November 10 to 16, 2025. Notable incidents included a vehicle fire, a serious motor vehicle accident, and a residential fire linked to a chimney issue. These incidents highlight the ongoing risks faced by the community.
A 50-year-old man was arrested in Auburn on November 16, 2025, after robbing a Kent espresso stand at gunpoint. He fled to a neighboring apartment, where officers used de-escalation tactics to safely take him into custody without injury, rescuing a sleeping toddler in the process.
Burien Actors Theatre will premiere the holiday comedy "The Past, a Present Yet to Come" on November 28, 2025. The play, written by Matt Schatz, explores a fictional backstory of how Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" came to be, focusing on a young entrepreneur's mission to soften Ebenezer Scrooge's heart. The production runs until December 21, 2025.