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Safer Internet Day - Prevent Sextortion
Sextortion is real and it’s a crime. Bellevue police see an alarming number of juveniles who fall victim to it. It’s blackmail. The online perpetrator typically threatens to expose sexual images to get the victim to do something they don’t want to like send more photos or pay money.
Dangerous robbery crew arrested
Three prolific robbery suspects have been arrested and charged in a series of violent crimes throughout King County.
Celebration of life for motorcycle officer Dec. 6
Police Officer Jordan Jackson’s celebration of life service will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 6, 1 p.m. at the Meydenbauer Center in Bellevue, at 11100 NE Sixth St.
Motorist shot in Bridle Trails Sunday
Bellevue Police detectives are investigating a shooting early Sunday in Bridle Trails that left a 30-year-old local man dead. Witnesses reported hearing several gunshots and then a crash around 4 a.m. Sunday. Police found the victim in a car that had crashed.
Council Roundup: Early economic results of half marathon event
Plus, public hearing on open space preservation program, new city code limiting police resources for certain out-of-state investigations and teen presentation on safe driving
Expect population boom (and some bass) in Bellevue this weekend
600 locals among 9,000 runners in Rock ‘n’ Roll running event
More than 600 runners from Bellevue and thousands more from 38 states and several international locations will take part this weekend in the St.
Council Roundup: Community members make budget asks
Plus, police update on pledge progress and long-time theater director commended
NOTE: The next council meeting will be on Sept. 6 due to the council’s August recess.
Victim in transit center assault dies
The victim of a July 10 assault at the Bellevue Transit Center died from his injuries on Tuesday, July 19. Bellevue police detectives are now investigating the case as a homicide, the first in the city this year.