Sergeant Ken Salas Memorial Service, Additional Road ClosuresRevisions

Spokane, WALocal News

Spokane Police Department announces road closures on August 20 for the memorial service of Sergeant Ken Salas. Southbound Division at Sharp will close, diverting traffic west to Monroe or east towards Hamilton. The closure on Washington from Boone to Spokane Falls Boulevard will also redirect vehicles toward Monroe. Key intersections, including Washington and North River Drive, will be closed for several hours, impacting local traffic flow. Northbound traffic on Washington and Spokane Falls Boulevard will remain closed until around 3 p.

m. Additionally, Division and Riverside will close to northbound traffic until roughly 12:30 p. m. The community is encouraged to plan ahead and allow extra time for travel. The memorial service highlights the city's commitment to honoring law enforcement and supporting community members during this time.

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