By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. 28A shooting Monday at a homeless encampment in downtown Tacoma landed a man in the hospital with life-threatening injuries, according to Tacoma Police Department. A dog that was injured in the shooting later died. She says he fired two shots, then walked away. No further details have been released. You know? Woodards said that while shes proud of the polices ability to solve cases, she wants to make sure they do not happen so often. 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According to the Tacoma Police Department (TPD), at 11:23 a.m., officers were dispatched to the corner of S 74th St. and Tacoma Mall Blvd. I can't imagine what they're going through. Millions of Americans nearing retirement age with no savings, 1894 shipwreck found in Lake Huron, confirming "powerful, tragic story". Police are still looking for a suspect after a 14-year-old was shot and killed in broad daylight. When officers arrived, they found both the victim and his dog with gunshot wounds. Tacoma police officers responded to the 3800 block of East Howe Street just before 5 a.m. after a man reported he and his girlfriend were shot. He said he heard and saw some of the action around the police response. 2023 Cox Media Group. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. A shooting in a Tacoma neighborhood left a woman dead and a man in the hospital. Seattle mayor, graffiti influencer have similar solutions, Driver killed after car goes off overpass in Georgetown, JESSE JONES: Investigating cases of oven glass explosions nationwide, Man caught with nearly $3K in stolen fragrance, allegedly planned to trade for fentanyl pills. The deaths mark 27 homicides in the city of Tacoma this year. The public was asked to avoid the area while police investigated Thursday night. "All of a sudden bullets come through the building. Woodards said the plan will be presented July 12 to the City Council and the community. Tacoma Animal Control took the injured dog to a nearby veterinary hospital for treatment, but the dog later died. The shooting began in an alley west of Everett Ave and moved to the front yard of a residence, according to TPD. According to the Tacoma Police Department (TPD), at 11:23 a.m., officers were dispatched to the corner of S 74th St. and Tacoma Mall Blvd. What had happened at this scene is we had an attempted car theft, said Auburn Police Department Public Information Officer Kolby Crossley. Auburn police said that shortly before 6:30 a.m., the suspect got into a Toyota Camry that was left running and tried to steal it from the driveway. A 16-year-old boy with life-threatening injuries is the latest youth shooting victim there. IE 11 is not supported. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. A man and a dog were shot in a tent in Tacoma on Tuesday, according to the Tacoma Police Department. Anyone with information is encouraged to reach out as soon as possible to CRIMESTOPPERS at 1-800-222-TIPS. Example video title will go here for this video. FOX 13 News talked with neighbors who woke up to crime tape blocking off their street. Two Tacoma families were in shock Friday as they grieved over the deaths of a mother, her teenage son, his uncle and the uncles girlfriend. Officers immediately started lifesaving measures but he was later pronounced dead at the scene by Tacoma Fire Department medics. Marrs said a deadly shooting like this one never used to happen on East Howe Street in Tacoma. No suspect information has been released at this time. Family remembers cousins killed in Seattle hit-and-run over the weekend, A woman was appointed Fire Chief for the first time in King County, Western Washington could see snow showers through Tuesday, SeaTac shooting victim found in car with several gunshot wounds, Pot shop in West Seattle robbed at gun point, Officer identified in fatal Tacoma shooting. 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Two women and a man were shot and killed in the 4200 block of Everett Street, the Tacoma Police Department (TPD) said. Sue Ann, who lives nearby, said she heard a "pop, pop, then pop, pop, pop." The bullet comes through shatters the glass, the window," said Lewis Rudd, the co-founder of Ezell's Famous Chicken. The shootings happened about 20 hours apart and were within a few miles of one another in Tacomas South End. 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TACOMA, Wash. - UPDATE: Tacoma Police and the South Sound Gang Task Force arrested a 21-year-old By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. Q13's AJ Janavel reports. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. A 14-year-old girl was struck and died at the scene. She sent her mother and sister text messages asking if they should be concerned. Thirteen people were shot in two separate incidents Sunday. Tacoma police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in the citys Stadium District neighborhood early Sunday morning. >>Download KING 5's Roku and Amazon Fire apps to watch live newscasts and video on demand. A Tacoma Police Department spokesperson said a 911 caller reported at about 2:13 p.m. that a person in a vehicle shot a pedestrian in that area and fled. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. Some of it is illegal activities that also escalates into violence. Investigators said the man who was shot was initially taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, but they later told us he is now in serious condition and stable. Police said young people were in a car near 19th and MLK Jr. Tacoma's homicide rate has been more than twice as high as last years rate at the same point in the year. Crime scene technicians and detectives had blocked off several blocks around the shooting scene and were expected to gather evidence into the night, she said. The Tacoma Police Department will never rest as we pursue safety and security for the City of Tacoma.". WebAccording to the Tacoma Police Department (TPD), at 11:23 a.m., officers were dispatched to the corner of S 74th St. and Tacoma Mall Blvd. My heart really goes out to them," Marrs said. 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POLICE are investigating a shooting in the food court of a Washington mall on Friday night that left at least one person critically injured in hospital, reports say. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. The male transported to the hospital has died from his injuries. On March 13, officers responded to reports of an early morning shooting in the 3800 block of E. Howe St. A 22-year-old woman was found shot dead in a vehicle, and a 23-year-old man was found alive with a gunshot wound and is still recovering. Ben Greif lives in the neighborhood where the shooting took place. Juveniles inside a car were in the area of 19th & MLK Jr Wy when someone shot at them. He denied killing anyone when he was arrested. This is one of the most horrible things that I've seen in a long time in this neighborhood.". "This is a horrific crime," Haddow told KIRO. Your Crime Stoppers tip can be anonymous--give them a call at 1-800-222-TIPS or submit them here. Ninety-five percent clearance rate over the last 10 years," Woodards said. VIDEO: Two deadly shootings in Tacoma over weekend with no arrests. Police said the victims drove the car to the 1900 block of South Ainsworth and called for medical help. Flying bug found at Walmart turns out to be rare Jurassic-era insect. Ben Greif lives in the neighborhood where the shooting took WebAccording to Tacoma Police, the shooting happened at South 19th and Martin Luther King Jr. Way at about noon. The homeowner, who was inside, saw what was happening on his security cameras and then ran outside, confronted the suspect and then shot the man, Crossley said. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. As of 7 p.m., no suspect had been arrested or publicly identified. The city has a population of about 212,000. Inside one car was a 32-year-old man with gunshot wounds who was unresponsive in the drivers seat. "The Tacoma Police Department stands firm in our fight against violent crime. The victims were between 17 and 22 years old. The shootings happened about 20 hours apart and were within a few miles of one another in Tacomas South End. Detectives and forensic investigators were collecting evidence. Anyone with any information is asked to call Crime Stoppers of Puget Sound at 1-800-222-TIPS. 24 hours. The shooting happened on the city's Eastside in the Salishan neighborhood. In all of last year, there were 33 homicides in the city. We woke up about 6 a.m. She says the man killed is named Jeff, she didn't want to give his last name. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. "This is like the third, fourth shooting in this area within the last probably six weeks," he said. She says they did not want to live in an encampment. 24 hours. We know theres a lot of incidents of people trying to get into other peoples cars to either steal items inside or potentially going for (catalytic) converters or something like that, said Greif. Tacoma police said several people called 911 to report hearing shots fired in the area. Anyone with information on the shooting is asked to call 911 or 1-800-222-TIPS. Four people were killed in a shooting in Tacoma on Thursday afternoon, police said. A KIRO 7 News crew arrived at the scene to find a car with a prominent bullet hole in its passenger-side window. Two bullet holes could be seen in the windshield. pic.twitter.com/0UbaACPsFE. 1 min read. A 32-year-old male was booked into the Pierce County Jail on two counts of first-degree assault and one count of first-degree murder. 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TACOMA, Wash. - A 14-year-old girl was killed in a shooting Wednesday afternoon in Tacoma. They said it's truly devastating a woman lost her life and a man is recovering after being shot just steps from their front doors. Tacoma police said a man called 911 for help just before 5 a.m. Sunday and said he and his girlfriend were shot. According to the Tacoma Police Department, a But we do want to get to a point where we dont say, 'Were going to catch you.' Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards and Police Chief Avery Moore expressed frustration at the violence that gripped the city on Sunday. Simpson says they were dating and says she was there when he and her dog were shot. I would just be devastated, you know, wonder who would do this to my children? The first shooting happened just after 2 a.m. at an apartment complex near Pacific Avenue and South 80th Street. She says her boyfriend died in her arms. Police said later that the person taken to a hospital had died from his injuries. Shots were exchanged by two groups of individuals outside a mall in Washington State on Saturday evening and the suspects are still at large. Police said they tracked down the suspect near an office on Auburn Way near the intersection of Dogwood Street and Auburn Way, just blocks from the home where the suspect tried to steal the car. Both shootings are being investigated as homicides. TACOMA, Wash. (AP) Two Pierce County sheriffs deputies were shot Tuesday south of Tacoma, Washington, and taken to a hospital for treatment, authorities said. An arrest has been made in the shooting that occurred on East 52nd Street. At 11:23 a.m., a call came in of a man shot in a tent at South 74th Ezell's was hit with several bullets while people were inside. Police are still looking for those responsible for the shooting on South Tacoma Way. Tacoma firefighters took another man with life-threatening injuries to a local hospital, where he later died. The victim car drove to the 1900 blk of S Ainsworth & medical aid was called, but the victim was pronounced deceased on scene. On Thursday, Tacoma Police issued a statement responding to the shooting: "Yesterday, a tragedy struck the City of Tacoma. Police said later that the person taken to a hospital had died from his injuries. The one that happened today, that 14-year-old kid should not have been killed today.". When officers arrived, they found a 51-year-old man who was unresponsive. The shooting is being investigated as a homicide. / CBS/AP. Detectives & forensics on scene. At least four people are dead after a shooting in Tacoma, Washington, authorities said late Thursday. Tacoma police asked people to stay away from the area of South 19th Street and MLK Jr. Way while the scene remained active. Now, she knows there are at least two families hurting all because someone decided to start shooting. She was too distraught to speak about her daughter, but told FOX 13 she wanted to share her story down the road. The manner of death is homicide. TACOMA, Wash. Police are investigating yet another fatal shooting in Tacoma that has resulted in the death of a 61-year-old man. Innocent people that's just gathering to have fun are the ones that are being shot, and thats the sad thing about it, Moore said. RELATED: VIDEO: Civilians rescue WSP trooper from burning car, READ MORE: $1,000 reward offered for information after family dog found shot and killed, Stay connected withFOX 13News on all platforms:DOWNLOAD:FOX 13 News and Weather AppsWATCH:FOX 13 News LiveSUBSCRIBE:FOX 13 on YouTubeDAILY BRIEF: Sign Up For Our NewsletterFOLLOW:Facebook|Twitter|Instagram. Police have not released any information on what led up to the shooting. 0:00. As for what it will take to stop the violence in their streets, they said they're just not sure. Sue Ann said she's lived in her house for about 30 years and the shooting is "completely unusual.". Example video title will go here for this video. TACOMA, Wash. Four people were killed in a shooting in Tacoma, Washington, on Thursday afternoon and authorities were searching for at least one suspect, police said. WebTACOMA, Wash. Four people were killed in a shooting in Tacoma, Washington, on Thursday afternoon and authorities were searching for at least one suspect, police said. The Tacoma Police Department said on Twitter that two females and one male had died at the scene and that a male was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries. She says they were trying to get back on their feet. WebTACOMA, Wash. One person was shot near the food court of the Tacoma Mall just after 7 p.m. Friday, according to the Pierce County Sheriff's Department. 2023 Cox Media Group. The second incident occurred Sunday night at a residence on East 52nd Street, where gunfire killed one person and wounded four others. >> Download KING 5's Roku and Amazon Fire apps to watch live newscasts and video on demand, "My daughter's fiance ran in telling everybody to get down, and somebody's shooting across the street," said Riemersma. The Tacoma Police Department said the investigation is ongoing. Officers found the 26-year-old man and a dog that had also been shot. First published on October 22, 2021 / 9:37 AM. Details are limited. We lost a weekend, but that doesnt mean that were not going to get up today and keep trying, Woodards said. "Better days were coming, and now hes not going to get to see those better days. Now, I have to break the news to his mom, who's going to have a broken heart that her youngest son was senselessly murdered," said Simpson. The shooting happened on the citys Eastside in the Salishan neighborhood. It happened near the corner of 25th Street Southeast and Dogwood Street early Monday. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. This is the 25th homicide in Tacoma this year. An 18-year-old woman who was a passenger was also shot. Authorities say a 23-year-old male was arrested on March 17, and a 16-year-old male was arrested on March 21. for reports of a shooting. Archuleta was booked into the Pierce County Jail for first-degree murder, two counts of second-degree murder, unlawful possession of a firearm and first-degree animal cruelty. The mall reopened at WebKING CNN One person was shot at the Tacoma Mall in Washington state on Friday night, sending shoppers scrambling for safety, officials said. TACOMA, Wash. A 14-year-old girl was shot and killed in Tacoma's Hilltop neighborhood around noon Wednesday. So the gun part is kind of the end.. Residents of the neighborhood were also asked to stay away if they are not already home. If you have any information on the shooting or the suspect, call 911 or Crime Stoppers of Puget Sound. Out of the 23 homicides, only one did not involve a gun. According to Tacoma Police, the shooting happened at South 19th and Martin Luther King Jr. Way at about noon. According to the Tacoma Police Department, a group of juveniles was inside a car in the area of 19th and MLK Jr Way when someone shot at them. He was only 26-years-old. A 14-yr-old female was struck. The Tacoma Police https://t.co/bIEdRqRXA3. Tacoma police searching for suspect after four killed in Washington shooting. The intersection reopened around 7 p.m. October 22, 2021 / 2:00 PM There have been 27 homicides in Tacoma this year, Haddow said. We grieve, as Tacoma grieves, for the family, and at the same time, must come together to find a path forward. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. 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An employee at a Tacoma marijuana dispensary was shot and killed during an armed robbery Saturday night, according to the Tacoma Police Department. Web2nd teenager arrested in Tacoma pot-shop heist where thieves exchanged gunfire with guard February 22, 2023, 7:00 AM Crime Man fatally shot in backyard shed near WebA 13-year-old boy was fatally shot on Tacoma's Eastside shortly before 3 p.m.. A second shooting followed at 7:39 p.m. in the 2100 block of South J Street, reportedly following a Everyone deserves a safe place to call home, and no child should fear their community, nor should any parent have to bury a child. Simpsons says she knows she and her boyfriend had fallen on hard times. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 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The male was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. The victims appeared to be adults, police told The News Tribune. TACOMA, Wash. One city. Officers found him in an RV nearby. Sunday's shooting on East 52nd Street put Tacomas homicide rate at 23, more than twice as much as last years rate at the same point in the year. The woman was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Police said a 14-year-old girl inside the vehicle was struck by the gunfire. TACOMA, Wash. (AP) Two men were killed in separate overnight shootings in Tacoma, police said Sunday morning. The Tacoma Police Department (TPD) will be having its shift changes outside this summer to address the rise in crime. The Tacoma Police Department announced Hours after the drive-by shooting, police said a neighborhood dispute led to another shooting on Sunday evening. According to court documents, he has multiple prior felony convictions and is prohibited from owning or possessing a gun. 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