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Driver strikes, kills man crossing NE 8th
4th Bellevue traffic fatality this year
On Monday, a driver struck and killed a man attempting to walk across Northeast Eighth Street in the Crossroads neighborhood.
BPD Officer returns after third tour of duty
Officer Jesse Hjelmstad is back patrolling Bellevue's streets after serving his third tour of duty with the National Guard. As a Sergeant First Class, Officer Hjelmstad led a platoon of 20 medics in Northeastern Africa, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe for the past year.
Police Chief answers questions about the October 24, 2020 protest
On Saturday, October 24, 2020, the protest ended peacefully, with no one getting hurt and no damage.
Three arrested in murder-for-hire scheme
Bellevue police detectives have arrested a 30-year-old woman and two 17-year-old boys in connection with the shooting of the woman's ex-husband in July at the Overlook at Lakemont Apartments. The 48-year-old victim was shot nine times in the parking lot as he approached his car.
Cardiac arrest survivor meets officers who saved him
On the July Lake to Lake, meet a cardiac arrest survivor saved by Bellevue police. Also,
Residents’ videos lead to looting arrests
Using video clips supplied by residents, Bellevue police have arrested 23 people connected with looting and destruction downtown on May 31, and have recovered more than $50,000 in merchandise. Detectives have identified nearly 100 more suspects, and are continuing those investigations.
Police chief answers questions about May 31 riots
“Sunday, May 31, our city was victimized by an organized criminal network who took advantage of the tragic death of George Floyd by cloaking themselves as peaceful protesters," states Police Chief Steve Mylett in a video int
Bellevue Police Address Video from 2018 Arrest
Bellevue Police have posted a number of documents and materials related to a December 2018 arrest showing use of force by a Bellevue officer. Video of the arrest has circulated on social media, prompting questions about the circumstances of the arrest.
Police investigate fatal stabbings
Two people died following a domestic disturbance in the 15500 block of Northeast 22nd Place just before 11:30 pm Monday, June 1. Officers responded to a report of a stabbing where the suspect was believed to still be at the scene.