Latest News in Bothell, WA

Bothell ex-counselor gets two years of probation for touching children

Brian Hall, a former family counselor from Bothell, has been sentenced to two years of probation after pleading guilty to inappropriate conduct involving children during counseling sessions. The 61-year-old was charged with indecent liberties and multiple counts of fourth-degree assault, with several young boys reporting similar experiences. He is prohibited from having unsupervised contact with minors, except for his biological relatives.

Quite the catch: Man hooked bank deposit bags, Stanwood police say

A Blaine man has been arrested for burglarizing bank deposit boxes in Snohomish and Skagit counties using fishing gear and glue traps. He faces 13 counts of second-degree burglary as police investigate similar incidents in the area.

** Kidnapping suspect arrested after standoff in Bothell

A kidnapping suspect was arrested in Bothell after a standoff on Tuesday night. Police contained the area and evacuated nearby homes for safety. A 15-year-old girl in the home was found safe.

** Body found in impounded car in Lake Stevens

A body was found in an impounded vehicle in Lake Stevens after it was auctioned to a local business. The vehicle had been impounded by Bothell police in June, and authorities are not treating the incident as a crime. The Snohomish County Medical Examiner's Office will investigate the cause of death.

California woman dies after motorcycle crash west of Lake Stevens

A motorcycle accident near Lake Stevens on Friday resulted in the tragic death of 53-year-old Kimberly Moore from California, who was a passenger on the motorcycle. The accident occurred when their motorcycle collided with another motorcycle, leading to her hospitalization, where she sadly passed away the next night.

Snohomish County, cities announce $9.6M for mental health, shelter

Snohomish County and its cities have announced a $9.6 million funding initiative to address mental health and shelter needs, utilizing funds from the American Rescue Plan. This initiative aims to enhance housing stability for vulnerable populations and support behavioral health services in cities like Everett, Lynnwood, and Marysville, responding to the rising unsheltered population.

** Prosecutor declines charges in fatal Bothell police shooting

The Snohomish County prosecutor has decided not to file charges against a Bothell police officer who fatally shot Juan Rene Hummel in 2020 after Hummel allegedly charged at him with a knife. This decision follows a two-year investigation and has sparked discussions about police use of force laws in Washington state, particularly after the enactment of Initiative 940. Hummel's family has expressed their grief and frustration over the case's handling and the release of footage showing the shooting.

Edmonds man hospitalized after driver hits motorcycle on I-405

An Edmonds man was hospitalized after being ejected from his motorcycle during a collision with an SUV on I-405 in Bothell. The incident occurred around 12:22 p.m. when the SUV changed lanes, striking the motorcycle and sending the rider into a guardrail. The rider was wearing a helmet, and fortunately, no injuries were reported from the SUV occupants.

** 2 injured in small plane crash near Canyon Park

An experimental aircraft crashed near Canyon Park in Bothell on Tuesday evening, injuring two occupants who were taken to the hospital. The crash was caused by engine failure, leading the plane to hit power lines before landing on 228th Street SE. Fortunately, no one on the ground was harmed, and the Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident.

Mill Creek man dies after Highway 527 crash near Bothell

A 36-year-old man from Mill Creek tragically died in a vehicle crash on Highway 527 after being ejected from his SUV. The Washington State Patrol reported that he was not wearing a seatbelt, and it is still unclear if drugs or alcohol were involved. The accident occurred early Sunday morning near Bothell, highlighting ongoing road safety concerns.