Just after midnight on Wednesday August 14th, deputies responded to a two car collision where both vehicles had burst into flames. Deputies and firefighters arrived on scene and they found both vehicles completely engulfed. Once firefighters were able to put out the fires they discovered both drivers were deceased. Traffic investigators were called out to […]
Friday Ride #5
We need to get out of the office more often, especially with the sunshine! Join us for a Friday Ride in Parkland and South Hill for a security check for burglars, a stolen vehicle report, and a felony stop on an assault suspect. The post FRIDAY RIDE #5 first appeared on Pierce County Sheriff’s Department Blotter.
Deputies Pursue Stolen Vehicle and K9 Eddie Helps with Arrest
At 8:00 am on July 16th, our dispatchers advised an Orange Chevy Avalanche had just been stolen from 160th and Pacific Ave. A deputy working in Parkland happened to see that distinct orange truck with a matching plate driving north on 114th and Pacific Ave where he tried to pull the vehicle over. The suspect […]
K9 Track for Dirt Bike Rider
At 4:14 pm, on June 30th, one of our deputies was driving on Spanaway Loop Rd when he saw a dirt bike driving north from 12500 block with no helmet. The deputy made a U-turn and tried to initiate a traffic stop, but the motorcycle rider fled. Our deputy terminated the pursuit, but then saw […]
Pursuit Ends with Suspect in the Puyallup River
At 12:26 pm on Sunday July 12th, one of our deputies spotted a vehicle driving on the wrong side of the road at the 19000 block of Meridian. The driver nearly hit another car head on, so the deputy turned on his lights and siren, but the driver refused to pull over. The driver took […]
Auto Theft Prevention Tips
Did you know July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month? We all know auto theft has reached an all time high in the recent years. The Pierce County Sheriff’s Department wants to equip you with some tips and resources to keep you and your vehicle safe. Don’t allow yourself to be the next victim. Be […]
Sheriff’s App
We are excited to announce the release of our department’s new, custom smartphone application. The app will serve as an innovative way for us to connect with residents, businesses, and visitors, providing information quickly and efficiently to anyone with a smartphone. The app was developed by TheSheriffApp.com, which specializes in mobile app development for law […]
Towing Vehicles from Street Racing Activity
Did you know, RCW 46.55.113 (2)(l) Provides Law Enforcement Authorization to tow: Whenever the driver of a vehicle is arrested for illegal racing conduct in violation of RCW 46.61.500 or 46.61.530 or a comparable municipal ordinance. What does this mean? If you are being cited for reckless driving or racing of vehicles on highways your vehicle can be towed. […]
What is Reckless Driving?
RCW 46.61.500 Reckless Driving (1) Any person who drives a vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property is guilty of reckless driving. Reckless driving is a gross misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for up to 364 days and by a fine of not more than $5,000. Remember RCW46.61.530 also specifies anyone […]