Downtown Arson Suspect in Custody
Spokane police arrested a suspect in connection with a downtown arson incident. The Major Case Squad is investigating the case, gathering evidence and identifying additional persons of interest.
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Downtown Arson Suspect in Custody
Spokane police arrested a suspect in connection with a downtown arson incident. The Major Case Squad continues to investigate the fire, which occurred earlier this month, gathering evidence and identifying additional persons of interest.
Robbery Suspect Taken into Custody Minutes After Committing the Crime
Officers arrested Jerry G. Allen Jr. shortly after a robbery at a business in Spokane on August 22, 2025. The suspect threatened an employee with a firearm, though no weapon was visible. Police recovered the stolen items and booked Allen for 1st Degree Robbery and 3rd Degree Theft.
Robbery Suspect Taken into Custody Minutes After Committing the Crime
A robbery occurred at a business on W Summit Parkway, where an employee was threatened with a firearm. Officers apprehended the suspect, Jerry G. Allen Jr., shortly after the incident, recovering the stolen items. He faces charges of 1st Degree Robbery and 3rd Degree Theft.
Downtown Arson Suspect in Custody
Spokane police arrested Troy A. Silk, 45, on August 22, 2025, for three counts of second-degree arson following a series of intentionally set fires in the downtown area. Silk, already in custody for unrelated charges, was identified through video evidence from local businesses.
Construction Project Will Impact W. Maxwell Starting Monday
W. Maxwell Ave. will close from August 25 to September 19 for traffic signal upgrades as part of a bike and pedestrian project. The construction aims to improve infrastructure with new sidewalks, bike lanes, and enhanced crosswalks to connect local neighborhoods and parks. Motorists should prepare for detours and lane reductions.
Downtown Arson Suspect in Custody
Spokane police arrested Troy A. Silk, 45, for three counts of second-degree arson following a series of intentionally set fires on August 21, 2025. Patrol officers identified him as a person of interest and secured video evidence from nearby businesses. Silk was already in custody for unrelated charges at the Spokane County Jail at the time of his arrest.
Robbery Suspect Taken into Custody Minutes After Committing the Crime
A robbery occurred on August 22, 2025, at a business on W Summit Parkway, where the suspect threatened an employee with a firearm. Officers apprehended Jerry G. Allen Jr. shortly after the incident, recovering the stolen items and charging him with 1st Degree Robbery and 3rd Degree Theft.
Construction Project Will Impact W. Maxwell Starting Monday
W. Maxwell Ave. will close for traffic signal upgrades from August 25 to September 19 as part of a bike and pedestrian project. The construction aims to enhance infrastructure, including sidewalks and bike lanes, to connect local neighborhoods and amenities. Motorists should expect detours and lane reductions during this period.
Flags lowered for Spokane County sergeant killed in line of duty
Spokane Mayor Brown ordered flags to be lowered at city facilities in memory of a fallen Spokane County sergeant who died in the line of duty. The tribute reflects the city’s commitment to honoring public safety officials who sacrifice their lives for the community.