King County investigation into Dec. 9, 2024 officer-involved shooting

The King County-Independent Force Investigative Team (KC-IFIT) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred on December 9, 2024, in Bellevue. This incident has triggered a legal requirement for an independent investigation into the use of deadly force, as outlined in Washington Administrative Code WAC-139-12-030. Following an initial statement from the Bellevue Police Department, the investigation has been handed over to KC-IFIT. The team will provide weekly updates to keep the community informed about the investigation's progress, with the most recent update released on December 18, 2024. For further inquiries, residents can reach out to Sergeant Eric Karp, the public information officer with the Kirkland Police Department.

Despite the ongoing investigation, essential city services, including police and fire departments, remain fully operational. This incident highlights the importance of transparency and accountability in law enforcement, and residents are encouraged to stay updated through official channels.