Adams County deputies arrest man accused of multiple car thefts across Idaho, Washington
ADAMS COUNTY, ID. -- Adams County deputies arrested a man who was wanted in three different states for multiple crimes on Thursday. The…
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Several car burglaries leads Kootenai County deputies to share warning with drivers
KOOTENAI CO. Idaho-- The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office says it's been busy investigating several car break-ins and burglaries at recreational trailheads. Deputies say the burglaries happened over the past couple of days at Higgens Point Trail Head and Nettleton Gulch…
Man accused of stealing car drowns when jumping into river to escape deputies
What started as a stolen car chase ended with a man drowning in the river trying to get away from deputies, according to the Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office.
SPD warns of car theft, issues reminder to not leave your car running unattended in the cold
As it gets colder out, you may be tempted to leave your car running as you wait for it to heat up from the comfort of your home. Spokane Police is asking you to avoid doing that.
Spokane Police arrest burglar found inside stolen car
Spokane Police caught the man who stole a car just a block away from where it was stolen.
'They can get away with it': 14-time convicted felon arrested for car theft while awaiting trial
Spokane Police say a man was arrested for possessing a stolen car last week -- while he was already awaiting trial for the same crime.
Inland Empire Way reopened after SPD investigation and DUI pursuit
SPD had partially closed Inland Empire Way during an investigation, when a car came swerving through the area.
Spokane Police giving away clubs to help reduce car theft
The Spokane Police Department is now offering free clubs to the public with the hope they will help reduce vehicle theft.
Thieves trick elderly woman, steal car from Spokane gas station
Two men offered to help an elderly woman at a Spokane gas station early Wednesday morning then took off with her car, according to Spokane Police.
Gov. Inslee considers bill to provide community supervision for vehicle theft
A bill that would provide a pilot program of supervision for motor-vehicle related felonies has passed both houses of Washington State Legislature and is on its way to Governor Jay Inslee for consideration.
Bill for supervision of vehicle-related felonies passes Senate
The bipartisan bill passed would allow for community supervision for offenders who commit motor-vehicle related felonies.
Intoxicated male confronted inside the wrong vehicle by owner
Several Spokane County Sheriff's Office Deputies responded to a reported attempted vehicle theft In Spangle Thursday night where the owner of the vehicle fired a weapon into the ground, causing the suspect to flee on foot.
Child, 8, uninjured after man steals car with her inside
On Wednesday, at approximately 6:20 a.m., Spokane Valley deputies responded to a report of a vehicle theft and abduction from the parking lot of Sam's One Stop.
Girl escapes minivan moments before it's stolen
A 7-year-old Michigan girl jumped out of her mom's minivan just moments before a man stole it.
Top 10 hot spots for car thieves
Take a look at the National Insurance Crime Bureau's annual list of the top hot spots for car thieves.
WA state legislators pitch pilot program to monitor car theft felons
The Washington State Senate has now passed legislation that would establish a pilot program in Spokane County to supervise individuals charged with felonies relating to car theft, after release from prison.
SPD reminds you not to leave cars running unattended, 4 vehicles already stolen
As temperatures drop and morning frost gets thicker, it can be tempting to leave your car running in the driveway while it warms up. The Spokane Police Department says, that's a good way to get your car stolen.
