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A tragic high-speed crash in Bothell on April 2, 2021, resulted in the death of 22-year-old Skeuo Francis and injuries to the driver’s infant daughter. Kona Stephan Lee Ah Ping Tom, 36, faces new charges of vehicular homicide and DUI after allegedly driving over double the speed limit.
A tragic incident occurred on Sunday at the Tulalip Reservation when a 56-year-old woman drove off a cliff, falling 70 to 80 feet into Possession Sound. She was pronounced dead at the scene, and authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, focusing on her steep driveway. The Snohomish County Medical Examiner's Office will confirm her identity and determine the official cause of death.
Danny Simpson, a Tulalip tribal member, was sentenced to a year of intermittent confinement for the involuntary manslaughter of his friend, Anthony Craig, following a drunken driving incident. Simpson's blood alcohol level was 0.13 when he drove off a cliff into a gravel pit, resulting in Craig's tragic death. This case underscores the severe consequences of driving under the influence and its impact on families and communities.
Timothy Ewald, a 29-year-old man, was booked into Snohomish County Jail weeks after being shot by deputies during a standoff at a Bothell apartment complex. He faces multiple charges, including assault and domestic violence, related to an earlier incident where he allegedly held a woman and child against their will. This incident highlights significant police use of force in the area.
The City of Bothell is temporarily activating Lot EFG, a 1.10-acre remediation site in downtown, to engage the community while awaiting a "No Further Remediation" designation. The initiative involves constructing additional Pop Shops, a food truck pad, and ensuring ADA accessibility as part of a phased implementation plan directed by the City Council.
Pfizer has decided to halt construction on a manufacturing facility in Everett, Washington, following its $43 billion acquisition of Seagen. This move affects around 120 employees, as production will now be shifted to North Carolina. Pfizer reassured that this decision is based on operational strategy, not employee performance.
A 29-year-old man was shot by deputies during a domestic violence call in Bothell, where he was reportedly holding a woman and a child against their will. After being hit with a Taser, he charged at deputies with a weapon, resulting in the shooting. He is currently at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle and is expected to survive.
The Granite Falls school board has appointed Dana Geaslen as the new superintendent following a unanimous vote. With experience as an assistant superintendent in Edmonds and various educational roles, Geaslen will begin her position on July 1, 2024, with her contract expected soon.
Jesse Kitson and Arabella Watts have been charged with first-degree manslaughter and unsafe firearm storage following the accidental shooting death of their 11-month-old daughter, Naleyna Rhonda Jean Kitson, in Granite Falls. The incident, which occurred on December 4, 2021, has raised serious concerns about gun safety and parental responsibility.
Travelers on Highway 529 between Everett and Marysville will face significant disruptions in 2024 due to extensive bridge repairs. A four-month closure of the northbound Snohomish River Bridge is scheduled for spring, with detours in place. Additional weekend closures for bridge repairs will begin on February 2, making it essential for commuters to plan ahead.