Sergeant Ken Salas Memorial Service, Additional Road ClosuresRevisions

The Spokane Police Department has confirmed multiple road closures in preparation for Sergeant Ken Salas' memorial service on August 20. Traffic on Division at Sharp will close, diverting vehicles west to Monroe or east toward Hamilton. Washington from Boone to Spokane Falls Boulevard will also shut down, redirecting traffic towards Monroe. Several intersections will remain closed until the afternoon, including Washington and North River Drive, impacting local transit. Assembly between Wellesley and Francis will close from 9:30 to 11:30 a.

m. , further complicating travel. Community members should plan ahead and allow extra time for travel in the affected areas. The memorial service honors Sergeant Salas, who served the Spokane community, highlighting the significance of law enforcement in public safety. Such events often draw community support, reflecting on the sacrifices made by local officers.