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The City of Spokane hired Lissa Mascio as the new Deputy Police Ombuds following a national search. Mascio, previously with the New Hampshire Office of the Child Advocate, brings extensive experience in child welfare and law enforcement oversight. Her appointment aims to strengthen community trust and accountability between the Spokane Police Department and residents.
The City of Spokane appointed Lissa Mascio as the new Deputy Police Ombuds following a national search. Mascio previously served in New Hampshire as the Deputy and acting Legislative and Policy Director for the Office of the Child Advocate. Her extensive legal background and commitment to public service are expected to enhance police oversight in Spokane.
Spokane Police arrested Chad Horne, 37, in connection with multiple arsons reported on July 8, 2025. Horne, who was also wanted for domestic violence, had been seen near a Walmart in Spokane Valley prior to his arrest. Investigators are actively seeking additional evidence related to the arson incidents.
Spokane Police arrested Chad Horne for 2nd Degree Arson after a series of intentionally set fires on July 8, 2025. Horne, 37, had been a person of interest in multiple arson incidents and was last seen near a Wal-Mart in Spokane Valley. Authorities urge anyone with information to call 911.
Spokane hires Lissa Mascio as the new Deputy Police Ombuds following a national search. Mascio, previously with the New Hampshire Office of the Child Advocate, brings extensive experience in child welfare, legal oversight, and advocacy for vulnerable communities. Her appointment aims to enhance police oversight in Spokane.
Spokane Police arrested Chad Horne in connection with a series of arsons that occurred on July 8, 2025. Horne, 37, had been wanted for 2nd Degree Arson and was apprehended thanks to public tips. The police continue to investigate multiple intentionally set fires that caused no injuries but raised significant safety concerns.
Spokane Police arrested Chad Horne, 37, on July 9, 2025, for 2nd Degree Arson after a series of intentionally set fires occurred on July 8. Horne, who had been previously wanted on an unrelated domestic violence charge, was last seen near a Walmart in Spokane Valley. Police urge anyone with information about Horne or the fires to call 911.
The City of Spokane hires Lissa Mascio as the new Deputy Police Ombuds after a national search. Mascio brings extensive experience in child welfare, domestic violence advocacy, and law enforcement oversight. Her appointment aims to enhance trust and accountability between the Spokane Police Department and the community.
The City of Spokane hired Lissa Mascio as the new Deputy Police Ombuds after a national search. Mascio brings extensive experience in child welfare and law enforcement oversight from her previous roles in New Hampshire. Her appointment aims to enhance trust and accountability between the Spokane Police Department and the community.
Spokane Police arrested Chad Horne for 2nd Degree Arson after a series of intentionally set fires on July 8, 2025. Horne was last seen near a Wal-Mart and is also wanted for an unrelated domestic violence charge. Authorities urge anyone with information to call 911.