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28-year-old Man Arrested by Snoqualmie Police for Communicating with a Minor for Immoral Purposes

Snoqualmie, WALocal News

On September 19, 2024, Joshua Lewis, a 28-year-old soccer coach, was arrested by the Snoqualmie Police Department for allegedly communicating with a minor for immoral purposes through electronic messaging. The investigation was initiated after the mother of a 15-year-old girl reported that her daughter had been receiving inappropriate Snapchat messages from Lewis, who was previously her soccer coach. Officers arrested Lewis at Jeanne Hansen Park at approximately 5:20 pm, following the mother's complaint. He is now being held without bail at the King County Jail in Seattle, pending his initial court appearance. The police have indicated that this is an ongoing investigation and believe that there may be additional victims who have not yet come forward.

They are encouraging anyone with information or past inappropriate contact with Lewis to contact the Snoqualmie Police at 425-888-3333. This incident raises serious concerns about the safety of minors in local sports programs and highlights the importance of monitoring adult interactions with youth. As the investigation unfolds, the community is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.

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