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A Seattle man has been charged with first-degree robbery and second-degree assault after stealing a car at gunpoint and crashing it into deputies' patrol cars in Bothell. The incident involved the suspect tracking the stolen Audi via a mobile app, resulting in significant damage to law enforcement vehicles but no injuries reported. His bail was set at $130,000 following a previous carjacking charge dismissal.
IonQ, a leading quantum computing company, is opening a new research and manufacturing center in Bothell, Washington, which will create thousands of jobs and serve as its primary North American production site. The company plans to invest $1 billion over the next decade, reinforcing the Seattle area's status as a tech innovation hub.
AC Biologics in Bothell, Washington, will manufacture Tzield (teplizumab-mzwv), a new FDA-approved treatment for Type 1 diabetes that can delay the onset of the disease by about two years, benefiting patients and their families.
A tragic accident on southbound I-405 near Highway 527 resulted in the death of 41-year-old Jesse Ludington, who was struck by another vehicle after exiting his own following a crash. The incident involved six vehicles and led to a closure of the highway for several hours while authorities investigated. I-405 reopened around 10:30 a.m.
A Bothell man was arrested for allegedly shooting at two Black individuals in a Lynnwood-area apartment complex, motivated by racial bias. The incident occurred on October 8, 2022, leading to charges of first-degree assault and a hate crime after an investigation revealed security footage and police surveillance.
Seagen, a Bothell-based cancer therapy company, has appointed David R. Epstein as its new CEO, replacing Clay Siegall amid a domestic violence investigation. Additionally, Eviation Aircraft has secured over $2 billion in orders for its all-electric commuter plane, highlighting advancements in sustainable aviation.
Jesse Randall Ackerman, a Seattle man, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for the 2016 murder of Ryan Osborne near Bothell. After his initial conviction was overturned, he pleaded guilty to second-degree murder, providing closure for the victim's family and avoiding a lengthy appeal process.
A Bothell man, Sean Baskins, has been charged with vehicular homicide following a high-speed crash in Everett that resulted in the death of 43-year-old Thomas Ogden. Witnesses reported Baskins was driving significantly over the speed limit and appeared under the influence of methamphetamine at the time of the accident, raising concerns about reckless driving and drug use on local roads.
First-degree murder charges have been refiled against Alan Edward Dean, 64, in the 1993 killing of 15-year-old Melissa Lee. After two years of mental health evaluations, evidence from forensic genealogy linked Dean to the crime. Recent assessments show his mental health has improved, allowing the case to move forward with a court hearing scheduled for November 10 to evaluate his competency for trial.
The I-405/Brickyard to SR 527 Improvement Project aims to enhance four and a half miles of the I-405 corridor in Bothell, addressing congestion and aging infrastructure while improving access for public transit. The project will include the extension of express toll lanes and the addition of new bus rapid transit stations, facilitating more efficient travel for all users.