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The Spokane Police Department is seeking public assistance to locate a missing endangered adult. Additionally, firefighters responded to a warehouse fire in the East Central Neighborhood, which was reported due to visible black smoke.
Extreme heat is anticipated in Spokane, prompting officials to request that residents without water service contact the city for assistance. The Spokane Police Department seeks public help in locating a missing endangered adult, while firefighters responded to a significant warehouse fire in the East Central neighborhood.
Spokane Police Department seeks community assistance in locating a missing endangered adult. Separately, firefighters responded to a warehouse fire in the East Central neighborhood, which was reported to have produced significant black smoke.
Spokane police arrested Troy A. Silk, 45, for three counts of second-degree arson following a string of intentionally set fires in the downtown area. The fires damaged properties on West Main, West Riverside, and West Spokane Falls Boulevard in the early hours of August 21, 2025. Silk was already in custody for unrelated crimes when police identified him as a person of interest.
A robbery occurred at a business on August 22, 2025, where an employee was threatened with a firearm by the suspect. Officers arrested Jerry G. Allen Jr. shortly after the incident, recovering the stolen items. He faces charges of 1st Degree Robbery and 3rd Degree Theft.
Spokane police arrested Troy A. Silk, 45, on August 22 for three counts of second-degree arson linked to a series of fires set in downtown Spokane. The fires damaged properties in the 400 block of West Main, West Riverside, and the 300 block of West Spokane Falls Boulevard. Silk was already in custody at the Spokane County Jail for unrelated crimes when charged.
W. Maxwell Ave. will close from August 25 to September 19 for traffic signal upgrades as part of a bike/pedestrian infrastructure project. The project aims to enhance connectivity between the West Central Neighborhood and local parks and community centers. Motorists and pedestrians should expect detours and reduced access during this period.
The Spokane Police Department seeks public assistance to locate a missing endangered person. Meanwhile, firefighters responded to a warehouse fire in the East Central neighborhood, where black smoke was reported.
Mayor Brown ordered flags lowered at City facilities in Spokane to honor a fallen Spokane County sergeant killed in the line of duty. This act of remembrance took place on August 9, 2025, reflecting the city’s commitment to honoring public service.
Spokane Mayor Brown ordered flags to be lowered at city facilities in honor of a Spokane County sergeant who was killed in the line of duty. This act of remembrance reflects the community's respect for law enforcement and the sacrifices made by officers.