VRFA Blotter Car through fence, fatal SR 167 shooting, overdoses, fireworks injury more

The Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) reported a series of emergency responses from June 23 to June 29, 2025, highlighting significant incidents in Auburn and nearby areas. On June 26, VRFA firefighters arrived at a fatal shooting scene on SR 167, where they found a driver dead from gunshot wounds, leading to an ongoing investigation by the Washington State Patrol. Earlier that week, on June 23, they treated an adult male for a suspected overdose, and on June 25, they assisted a juvenile male injured in a motocross accident at Pacific Raceways. Additionally, on June 27, VRFA responders administered Narcan to revive an unconscious male in an alley, who then agreed to transport to a local emergency room. A fireworks-related injury occurred on June 28, involving a juvenile male who suffered a hand injury while handling a firework.

The week concluded with a commercial fire in Federal Way, requiring VRFA's collaboration with South King Fire & Rescue, where firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze and investigate its cause. These incidents underscore the ongoing challenges faced by local emergency services. The community remains vigilant as authorities address these critical situations.