West Seattle, Washington
07 Friday
MONDAY NIGHT: The weapon-waving incident reported here wasn’t the only police response in The Junction early this afternoon. Tonight SPD released this initial summary of what officers were told started as a scuffle over a sign:
At 1337 hours, a 71-year-old victim, who is of Jewish descent, was walking along the street when he saw a sign in support of Gaza on a light pole. The victim ripped the sign off the light pole. The suspect, a male in his 30’s, was walking dogs nearby and yelled at the victim and the victim yelled back at the suspect. The suspect then approached the victim and headbutted him in the face, causing significant facial injuries and knocking him to the ground. The suspect was calling the victim a “f—ing Zionist pig” during the attack. After the suspect headbutted the victim, he began to walk away. The victim got up and yelled at the suspect, asking him what his problem was. The suspect then turned toward the victim and walked at him aggressively. The victim, fearing he was going to be assaulted again, pepper sprayed the suspect. Regardless of being pepper sprayed, the suspect was able to knock the victim to the ground, get on top of him and repeatedly punch him in his face. The suspect only stopped when on-lookers intervened. The victim believed the assault was because of his religion.
We didn’t hear any of this in realtime so we just checked the audio archives. Over the publicly monitorable air, it was dispatched simply as a fight between two men near 42nd/Alaska. If you have information, the SPD incident # is 25-299777.
TUESDAY MORNING: We requested and obtained the report narrative from SPD. It reveals that a 38-year-old suspect was arrested:
On 10/13/2025, at 1332 hours I officer xxxx was dispatched to 4203 Alaska AVE SW, for an assault call.
When I arrived, I contacted ARRESTEE who stated he was assaulted by V/VICTIM. ARRESTEE stated V/VICTIM was tearing down GAZA posters on the north end corner of California Ave SW and SW Alaska ST near the closed Starbucks.
Arrestee stated while walking his dogs, he approached V/VICTIM tearing down a Gaza poster, resulting in ARRESTEE and V/VICTIM getting into a verbal disagreement arguing with each other. ARRESTEE STATED HE and V/VICTIM walked into each other during the argument causing them both to headbutt each other, leaving ARRESTEE with a laceration above his forehead. ARRESTEE declined any medical attention, but I still dispatched fire to make an assessment. SFD E #32 responded and evaluated him on-scene.
ARRESTEE stated after the headbutt, he turned the corner and walked east on SW ALASKA ST. ARRESTEE stated as he walked down SW ALASKA ST, V/VICTIM followed him so he turned around to confront him, that’s when V/VICTIM pepper sprayed him in the face. ARRESTEE stated due to being peppered sprayed, he was unable to keep grip of the dog leashes. ARRESTEE stated he then defended himself due to being pepper sprayed and was blindly swinging his fists, which resulted in a tussle between the two. ARRESTEE stated estimated number of times he struck V/VICTIM is around two strikes.
I contacted V/VICTIM, a 71-year-old Jewish male whose mouth was covered in blood, and his lips were swollen. V/VICTIM declined multiple requests for medical attention.
V/VICTIM stated as he tore down the GAZA poster on a public light pole, he did not agree with on the corner of California Ave SW and SW Alaska ST, he was confronted by ARRESTEE who called him a ‘ZIONIST PIG’. V/VICTIM stated the two began to have an argument resulting in a back and forth between words. V/VICTIM stated ARRESTEE then walked up towards him and headbutted him in the face, causing his mouth to bleed and lips to swell knocking V/VICTIM to the ground. V/VICTIM stated after the headbutt, he walked towards A/VICTIM following him east on SW ALASKA ST’S sidewalk asking ‘why did you hit me’
V/VICTIM stated as he was attempting to get ARRESTEE’S attention, ARRESTEE turned around and walked back aggressively towards him, closing the distance. VICTIM/VICTIM stated because he was already assaulted from the initial headbutt, he feared he would be assaulted again so he pulled out his pepper spray and sprayed ARRESTEE in the face to defend himself.
V/VICTIM stated after he used his pepper spray on ARRESTEE, ARRESTEE immediately knocked him down and began punching him in the head around six times.
V/VICTIM stated he believed ARRESTEE disengaged due to the pepper spray taking effect and bystanders yelling at them.
V/VICTIM stated he believed he was attacked because he is Jewish and during the assault ARRESTEE called him a ‘Zionist PIG’.
WITNESS/1 remained on scene and was contacted. WITNESS/1 stated he only witnessed the moment V/VICTIM was on the sidewalk and ARRESTEE was standing over him, punching him in the face. WITNESS/1 stated he attempted to break up the confrontation by screaming ‘stop’ multiple times.
WITNESS/1 stated he called 911 while grabbing the dog leash due to ARRESTEE losing control of the dogs.
WITNESS/1 stated he then walked ARRESTEE towards the entrance of XXXX XXXX located at XXXX SW Alaska ST as ARRESTEE asked for water to wash his face.
WITNESS/1 believes the only reason why ARRESTEE probably stopped assaulting V/VICTIM was due to the pepper spray taking effect.
I searched the area for any possible footage but was unable to locate any. I also asked two stores for any possible witness or footage, and both said the cameras are not facing the incident’s location
After I concluded my investigation, I determined ARRESTEE assaulted V/VICTIM due his perception of V/VICTIM being Jewish. V/VICTIM believed he was targeted because he is Jewish.
I placed ARRESTEE under arrest and read his Miranda rights. Officer XXXX #8599 searched him incident to arrest and transported ARRESTEE to KCJ where he was booked for investigation of Hate Crime.
(Both parties declined medical attention)
WITNESS/1and V/VICTIM provided an audio statement that was uploaded to Axon evidence. Photos of the injuries were also uploaded to Axon evidence.
The King County Jail roster shows the suspect is still there, held for investigation of hate crime.
7:22 PM TUESDAY: He has since been released; a King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office spokesperson says that “based on available information from police so far, there is insufficient evidence to show that the defendant was targeting the victim’s religion.”
It’s not strictly a Halloween decoration … but the newest mural by West Seattle artist Desmond Hansen (whose nickname is “Graves“) certainly fits the season. Property owner John Bennett commissioned this for the east-facing side of his building on the northeast corner of California SW and SW Genesee (home to Itto’s Tapas and Salon 08, among other things), and sent us the photo. This is actually the second giant skeleton to decorate Bennett’s building; the other one also is up year-round.
Got a Halloween-season scene to share? We’re continuing to show them nightly – westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
Love strong coffee? These new dark-roast beans might be instrumental in your brewing routine! Frank Gross from Thunder Road Guitars (6400 California SW; WSB sponsor) shared the news (announcing it in this video too):
We launched a cool and unique collab with our friends at QED Coffee in West Seattle today.
In collaboration with our friends at QED Coffee (35th SW and SW Graham) here in West Seattle, we are pleased to bring you Thunder Roast. Big body and creamy, with hints of sweet citrus, chocolate and panela. Find this coffee in store at Thunder Road Guitars and QED Coffee in West Seattle or online at thunderroadguitars.com.
If you want to shop in person, TRG’s hours in Morgan Junction are here; QED’s hours in High Point are here.
Thanks to Keri for the photos! Today’s north wind brought a classic scene on the Alki promenade – dramatic waves hitting the seawall.
A similar north wind is in the forecast for tomorrow too. Meantime, the wind is a challenge on the open Sound just past Alki – the Vashon Island Water Taxi has canceled trips for the rest of today because of the wind. (The West Seattle Water Taxi is still running – it sails in more-protected waters.)
(Saturday photo sent by Tony Tschanz)
As reported here last Thursday, today is “soft open” day for Do Si KBBQ at 2516 Alki Avenue SW, where Duke’s closed in April. We went in to find out the plan for the coming days – sometimes “soft opens” don’t immediately precede “official” opens. But the staff told us this one does – they’re also expecting to be open tomorrow and beyond. This is an expansion; the original Do Si is in Kent. If you haven’t had KBBQ (Korean barbecue) before, it centers on a tabletop grill where diners cook their own sliced meat – you can order various combinations, including AYCE (all you can eat).
(Posted menu photo sent by Chris Kardish)
For starters, Do Si plans to open 11 am to 9 pm Mondays through Thursdays, until 10 pm Fridays-Saturdays-Sundays, and they told us they prefer reservations but will consider walk-ins.
Thanks to James Bratsanos for the view of the snow-dusted Olympic Mountains peaks seen from Alki after the weekend storm clouds lifted and departed. It’s not snowing low enough for skiing (the Stevens Pass cameras verify that) yet, but it gives us a reason to remind you that this year’s West Seattle Ski Swap is less than two weeks away. Mountain to Sound Outfitters (3602 SW Alaska; WSB sponsor) presents the Ski Swap across the street at the West Seattle VFW Hall (3601 SW Alaska), and this year’s swap starts with seller dropoffs on Friday, October 24, 2-5:30 pm (snowboards and other snowsports gear, not just skis), then two days of shopping, 10 am-5 pm Saturday and 10 am-4 pm Sunday, October 25-26. If you’re interested in selling, go here to register before pre-swap Thursday (October 23).
12:42 PM: For those asking about “all the sirens” – police were responding to reports of a man “waving around a gun” near 42nd/Alaska. He was then tracked to the 7-11 at California SW and SW Erskine, where officers report they have one person in custody. No gunfire or injuries reported.
(Added: WSB photos)
12;53 PM: According to police radio, a witness has confirmed the man in custody is the man seen at 42nd/Alaska; they have probable cause to arrest him for investigation of felony harassment (which is a catch-all for various types of threats).
1:18 PM: The suspect is being taken to the King County Jail.
ADDED TUESDAY AFTERNOON: We’ve requested and obtained the police-report narrative on this, which reveals the “gun” was a lighter:
Multiple people called 911 to report the incident and that the suspect left going Southbound.
I spoke with the victim identified as XXXX. XXXX reported that he has a business nearby and saw the suspect later identified as ARRESTEE standing outside the QFC located at 4550 42 Ave SW. ARRESTEE was yelling at people inside the store. ARRESTEE then raised what look like a firearm and pointed it toward the QFC entrance and said ” come out, I’ll shoot you.” XXXX who was standing nearby was afraid that if the gun was real ARRESTEE would start shooting and could injury people inside the store and that XXXX himself could be injured if the suspect started to shoot.
XXXX reported he was unsure if the gun was real but believed it was possible that it was, and was in fear by the comments and action of ARRESTEE while holding the realistic looking firearm.
I spoke with QFC staff who reported the suspect ARRESTEE was attempting to steal merchandise from the store. The suspect left the merchandise in the store when confronted. ARRESTEE then exited the store and started yelling at staff. Staff reported they were not in fear by ARRESTEE yelling at them.
Officers located ARRESTEE nearby at the 711 store located at 4812 Erskine Way SW. Officers who located him had witnesses in the area point out ARRESTEE as the one threatening people with a firearm. ARRESTEE was placed under arrest and officers located a lighter that resembled a handgun.
XXXX was transported to the area where ARRESTEE was being contacted by officers. XXXX positively identified him as the same suspect who was threating to shoot people outside the QFC.
ARRESTEE was identified and booked for investigation of harassment.
Multiple officers were involved in the initial contact with ARRESTEE. Please see their statements for further details.
Officer XXXX #8599 took a voluntary recorded statement from XXXX. The statement was uploaded to evidence.com
ARRESTEE was transported and booked into KCJ for investigation of harassment without further incident.
Sergeant XXXX #8366 screened the arrest on scene.
I photographed the lighter that looked like a firearm arm and uploaded the photos to evidence.com. The lighter was packaged and submitted to evidence at the Southwest Precinct.
TUESDAY NIGHT: The suspect is still in jail, bail set at $7,500, although the docket seems to show those are bail amounts from earlier unrelated cases.
(Alki this morning, photo by James Bratsanos)
Sorry to miss the usually daily event list because of this morning’s breaking news. Things to know this Indigenous Peoples’ Day/Columbus Day, besides general government closures:
SEATTLE PARKS: Here’s the list of what’s open and what’s closed.
SEATTLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Closed.
PARKING: For Seattle city streets with paid public parking, no charge today
U.S. POSTAL SERVICE: Holiday.
WSB WEST SEATTLE EVENT CALENDAR: See today’s listings (and beyond) here. One highlight:
WEST SEATTLE HIGH SCHOOL FOOD DRIVE DROPOFFS: Today is the first of three Mondays when community members can drop off food and clothing for the drive 4-6 pm at the school’s “historic entrance” (3000 California, north side).
8:37 AM: Seattle Fire has a full response in the 8100 block of 16th SW [map]. Avoid the area.
8:40 AM: SFD describes this as a vacant building but says it’s evacuating neighbors as a precaution. Meantime, police are blocking traffic “in all directions” at the scene.
(WSB photos)
8:49 AM: Our crew has just arrived and reports plenty of smoke in the area. Photo added.
9:01 AM: Above, our crew reports heat from the fire appears to have damaged siding on a neighboring house. No injuries reported so far. Neighbors tell us they heard an “explosion” just before the fire broke out, and they say this house had a fire callout earlier this year (we’re looking that up).
9:11 AM: SFD says the fire is under control. Here’s our report on a fire at the same house in January. The archived SFD log reminds us that fire was also in the morning, with a callout just after 9 am. That fire sent two people to the hospital but so far, SFD confirms to us, no injuries related to this one.
9:38 AM: Just talked to the incident commander. They suspect a propane tank (which would explain the “explosion” neighbors report hearing). Some units are being dismissed.
6:00 AM: Good morning! It’s Monday, October 13, 2025. It’s Indigenous Peoples’ Day and Columbus Day.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
The forecast for today is sunny, breezy, upper 50s. Sunrise will be at 7:26 am; sunset, at 6:24 pm.
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – WSF is back to three-boat service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas, M/V Cathlamet, and M/V Issaquah. Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where; ferry alerts will update with any changes.
Water Taxi – Now on regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule, no more later-night service.
Metro buses – On regular schedule and routes today.
SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the view looking west. Also note, maritime-opening info is again available via X (ex-Twitter):
1st Avenue South Bridge:
Delridge cameras: In addition to the one below (Delridge/Genesee), cameras are also at Delridge/Juneau, Delridge/Henderson, Delridge/Oregon, and video-only (so you have to go to the map), Delridge/Holden and Delridge/Thistle.
MORE TRAFFIC CAMS: All functioning traffic cams citywide are here (including links to live video for most); for a quick scan of West Seattle and vicinity-relevant cameras, see this WSB page.
See a problem on the bridges/streets/paths/water? Please text or call our hotline (when you can do it safely, and after you’ve reported to authorities if they’re not already on scene) – 206-293-6302. Thank you!
If you’re interested in finding out more about what’s happening in your neighborhood, you’re in luck if you live, work, shop, study, play in one of the three West Seattle neighborhoods whose community coalitions meet this week.
FAUNTLEROY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, TUESDAY: This is a hybrid monthly FCA board meeting, with community members welcome to attend too, 6 pm Tuesday (October 14) at Fauntleroy Schoolhouse (9131 California SW) or online. Agenda highlights are here; you can register for online attendance at fauntleroy.net/meetings.
MORGAN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, WEDNESDAY: This is a hybrid quarterly meeting of MoCA, 7 pm Wednesday (October 15) at West Seattle Church of the Nazarene (42nd SW and SW Juneau) or online. Agenda highlights and the online-attendance link are here.
ALKI COMMUNITY COUNCIL, THURSDAY: This is an in-person-only monthly meeting of the ACC, 7 pm Thursday (October 16) at Alki UCC (6115 SW Hinds). Agenda highlights are in the newsletter the ACC sent tonight.
Thanks again to everyone who’s answered our call for Halloween decoration photos! Tonight we’re going with another simple yet elegant scene – A sent this from West Seattle’s legendary Chelan Café (3527. Almost worthy of a caption contest!
****Right after we uploaded the photo and wrote the lines above, before we even hit “publish,” another view arrived, sent by Yma; removes a little of the mystery:
Got a decoration photo to share – whether your display or one you’ve seen? Email westseattleblog@gmail.com – and see what we’ve already shown in our Halloween archive!
(WSB file photo)
6:22 PM: One more big-event countdown to mention today – only one week away, this year’s Fauntleroy Fall Festival! On Sunday, October 19, 2-5 pm, the grounds of Fauntleroy Schoolhouse, Church, and YMCA (WSB sponsor), indoors and outdoors, everywhere will be full of festival fun, including traditional activities like pumpkin painting, birdhouse building, and salmon hat making, plus inflatables, live music, the cake contest (whether you want to enter a cake or “trot” to win one), all brought to you by volunteers and donations (free except for optional food and drink). Later this week we’ll have details on the exact schedule and locations of activities and performances!
8:10 PM: Ben Weagraff from the FFF has sent some updates since we published the above:
We are in good shape for our activities, but we could use a few more volunteers. We’re very excited about an army of neighborhood partners that have come to support us, including: Fauntleroy Community Association, Fauntleroy YMCA, Fauntleroy Children’s Center, Hazelwood Preschool, D Squared Hospitality, STS Construction, Endolyne Joe’s, Wildwood mMarket, Fauntleroy Church UCC, Super Deli Mart, The Birdhouse.
We are also excited for a few new activities this year:
-This year, we will be partnering with the White Center Food Bank, so please bring Pantry Staples, Canned Goods, Sauces & Spreads, and Snacks to support our community members that need additional support.
-We will be featuring a local author table – Elaine Moy is a neighborhood mom and (and long-time fall festival volunteer); she has just published her first children’s book Otter’s Tummy Table, she will be doing readings for the children.
(Added: Photos by Mark Dale)
Yes, that was thunder – and a lot of it – rolling through the area these past few minutes. The National Weather Service says thunderstorms are possible for much of the afternoon.
West Seattle has a sizable community of ukulele players! Every week we feature at least one local meetup in the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar. And recently we received this tribute to The Ukes, sent by Betsy Henry on behalf of Quail Park-West Seattle (4515 41st SW; WSB sponsor):
Seattle’s beloved and long-standing ukulele group, The Ukes, has been spreading music and joy for decades, and they have a special monthly tradition that deserves to be celebrated. Each month, The Ukes visit Quail Park of West Seattle, a senior living community, sharing their music and positivity with the residents. With casual membership that ranges from a dozen to two dozen, The Ukes pick songs based on a monthly theme, take song requests and even sing Happy Birthday for residents celebrating.
Founded in 1995 at the Senior Center of West Seattle (now the Center for Active Living), The Ukes started as a fun, community-driven initiative. Tony Joslin, the organizer, explains that the center provided practice space in exchange for letting their members sing along.
A special part of the group’s monthly visit to Quail Park is their connection with Paula Green, a longtime member who is now a resident at the senior living community. Paula continues to play with The Ukes during their visits, and her presence reminds everyone of the group’s deep community ties. The residents at Quail Park join in the fun, singing along, clapping, and dancing, turning each visit into a joyous and engaging experience for all.
These visits illustrate the importance of human connection and the impact of community music programs. The residents’ smiles, the music, and the vibrant atmosphere make for a touching and lively event that showcases the power of music to bring people together. The Ukes are uplifting the spirits of the Quail Park residents while sharing their love of music and community.
(Photo courtesy South Seattle Cooperative Preschools)
It’s time for reminders about some of the biggest events of Halloween/fall-celebration season – so here’s one: We are now less than two weeks away from the next West Seattle Monster Dash! This costumed 5K and kids’ run at Lincoln Park on Saturday, October 25, is a fundraiser for West Seattle Cooperative Preschools. The 5K run/walk starts at 9:30 am; the kids’ Monster Dash starts at 10:30 am – and there’s a Kids’ Zone with other activities for the younger dashers, too. You can sign up right now on the Monster Dash website. The Monster Dash is celebrating its 13th anniversary!
Sent by Amy:
Hi, my white door 2007 Toyota Yaris was stolen yesterday from the parking lot behind Key Bank across from Easy Street sometime been 1:45 pm and 8 pm. I have alerted the police and filed a police report. The incident number is 25-298437.
We’ll add the plate number when we get it. (UPDATE: It’s BEZ9098)
(‘Live’ SDOT traffic cam in The Junction)
Good morning – here’s what’s up (and not) for your Sunday, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (where you’ll find even more listings!) and inbox:
GARAGE/YARD SALES: Check for last-minute listings in the WSB Community Forums. (If you have a sale to add, but don’t have a WSB Forums login, go to westseattleblog/log-in – thanks!)
WESTIES RUN CLUB: This week’s 9 am Sunday Funday run starts at Upwell Coffee (4811 California SW).
AMERICAN MAH JONGG: The Sunday games are on hiatus until The Missing Piece reopens in its new Junction location (no date yet, as of our most recent followup).
WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: Find the year-round market on California between Oregon and Alaska, 10 am-2 pm, now in early-fall produce season (stone fruit, berries, tomatoes, peppers, greens, roots, bulbs), plus lots of baked goods, cheeses, meats, fish, prepared foods, condiments, flowers, more.
SIGN MAKING: Preparing for next week’s “No Kings” rallies (see pre-rally listing below too), 10 am-noon sign-making event at West Seattle (Admiral) Library (2306 42nd SW).
FREE NIA CLASS: 10:30 am, first class free if you pre-register. At Inner Alchemy Studio/Sanctuary (3618 SW Alaska).
COZY GAMING SUNDAYS: Get cozy at Fourth Emerald Games (4517 California SW, upstairs) in The Junction!
WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Need a tool but don’t need to, or can’t, buy it? You’ll probably be able to borrow it from the Tool Library, open 11 am-4 pm on the northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. (4408 Delridge Way SW)
CIDER FUNDRAISER AT WEST SEATTLE NURSERY: Noon-3 pm, supporting City Fruit with fresh-pressed cider. (5275 California SW)
‘NO KINGS’ PRE-RALLY IN THE JUNCTION: Following up on Saturday’s mini-march along Alki (reader video above), another promotional pre-rally looking ahead to next Saturday’s nationwide rallies, meet at 12:30 pm at California SW and SW Edmunds.
ART DROP-IN: In conjunction with the ongoing Southwest Artist Showcase, Southwest Library (9010 35th SW) hosts a drop-in art event with artist Eileen Jimenez.
RECLAIMING OURSELVES: Start of four-session workshop to deal with the “polycrisis” and endless bad-news cycle, 2 pm, explained in our calendar listing (which also has the registration link). At Nurture Wellbeing (6307 California SW).
WELCOME ROAD WINERY: Kick back and enjoy your Sunday afternoon at this West Seattle tasting room (with a patio!) open 2-5 pm, kids and dogs welcome. (3804 California SW; WSB sponsor)
LIVE MUSIC AT C & P: Student Showcase with vocal-music students performing 3-5 pm at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor).
‘THE ROOMMATE’ AT ARTSWEST: 3 pm matinee performance of the current play at ArtsWest (4711 California SW).
WEST SEATTLE INDIVISIBLE: Monthly general meeting, 3:30 pm at the Center for Active Living. (4217 SW Oregon)
WATCHING THE BIG GAME: 5 pm, American League Championship Series play begins for the Mariners at Toronto! Looking for the most intense West Seattle watching spot? That might be the Admiral Pub (2306 California SW).
YALE WHIFFENPOOFS X ENDOLYNE CHILDREN’S CHOIR: The legendary a cappella group returns to West Seattle to sing with, and for, the Endolyne Children’s Choir, 6:30 pm at St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church (3050 California SW). Check here for tickets.
UNDERGROUND TRIVIA AT CORNER POCKET: 7:30 pm, free to play. (4302 SW Alaska)
LIVE MUSIC AT THE ALLEY: 8-10 pm, Sunday nights are live music nights with the Triangular Jazztet at The Alley (behind 4509 California SW).
Are you planning, organizing, and/or publicizing something that we could add to the WSB community event calendar – one-time or recurring? Please email us the basic details – westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Screengrab of traffic cam before SFD and other SPD arrived at bridge scene)
11:13 PM: Part of the westbound West Seattle Bridge is blocked just before the Delridge exit after what police have told dispatch they believe is a hit-run crash. An officer reported that a black vehicle likely to have “major front-end damage” is believed to have exited the bridge at Delridge or some point further west.
11:17 PM: Officers believe they’ve found that car on the Delridge offramp. The driver is believed to have initially walked away but is returning, they’ve told dispatch.
11:22 PM: The Delridge offramp is reported to be completely blocked.
12:07 AM: Offramp’ll be blocked a while for cleanup.
12:27 AM: Or not; police say they’re reopening the ramp. We’re meantime following up on injuries.
ADDED MONDAY: This update is from SPD Blotter:
Seattle police officers arrested a 17-year-old boy following a hit and run collision on the West Seattle Bridge Saturday night.
On Oct 11, at about 11:00 p.m., a patrol officer witnessed a car travelling a high rate-of-speed with no headlights on, westbound, on the West Seattle Bridge. The car crashed into another vehicle, also going westbound, on the bridge.
Officers arrived, and found the occupants of the victim vehicle, a man and a woman, both 45, with minor injuries. The Seattle Fire Department (SFD) arrived and provided them with medical aid.
The suspect vehicle fled the crash and then struck a barrier at the Delridge Way Southwest off-ramp, disabling the car. The vehicle’s occupants ran away on foot.
While police investigated the crash, the fleeing occupants returned to the scene of the crime. Police arrested the 17-year-old driver for hit and run and reckless driving. Two of the passengers had minor injuries, and they were treated by SFD and taken to the hospital.
Police issued the teen driver a citation for failure to provide insurance, and having mismatched license plate and car registration. Officers released him from custody to a family member at the Southwest Precinct.’
(Seattle Police photo)
Police impounded the arrestee’s car from the roadway, as it sustained significant damage.
Back on Thursday night, we featured artist Tyson Foster in our coverage of this month’s West Seattle Art Walk, He was at Junction 47 for his exhibit’s opening reception. Usually the artwork stays up all month at host venues – but you won’t find some of Foster’s work at Junction 47 tonight, because it’s been stolen:
The reader who reports this says the security video images aren’t available yet but they showed “a tall white man with a blond ponytail and handlebar mustache, wearing a blue jacket, breaking into the apartment lobby of the west building with a black garbage bag, from 8-9 am.”
They sent images of some of the stolen work, and that’s what’s shown here, including this “casket-shaped painting.”
All work is signed and dated, we’re told. The thief may have been seen in The Triangle later in the morning near “the veterans’ office,” according to two witnesses who said “he did still have the paintings with him and he left with two older white women with their hoods up (…) he walked behind that building with the women and then they saw a car drive out of that back area seconds later.” If you have any info, the SPD incident # is 25-297867.
Some Halloween displays fill yards/decks with various creeply creatures. Then … there are some with sparse elegance. Like this one. The centerpiece is the heart of this Halloween display, spotted by Jerry Simmons along 35th Avenue SW (and requiring him to turn around and go back for the photo!). Got a decoration pic to share, yours or someone else’s? westseattleblog@gmail.com as we continue nightly features for three more weeks! (What we’ve already shown is in the WSB Halloween archive.)
FIRST REPORT, SATURDAY: Cameron hopes you’ll be on the lookout for this stolen van:
Van stolen from near Roxhill Park, from driveway. Any info appreciated!
2016 Kia Sedona
Silver
Unique bumper sticker (“Honk if you love saving bees and planting seeds”)25-297781 is the incident number
Call 911 if you find it and refer to that case #.
SUNDAY UPDATE: See comments – it’s been found, crashed at nearby Southwest Teen Life Center.
Police are at two collision scenes in West Seattle right now:
Thanks to Jan for that photo of the scene of a crash involving three vehicles by the Alki Avenue “flower houses” in the 1300 block [vicinity map]. It’s partly blocking the south/east direction.
Meantime, no photo, but police report both directions of Sylvan Way are blocked at SW Holly [map] because of a crash described as a driver hitting a tree.
SFD has responded to both scenes, though not major responses, so injuries are likely not life-threatening. One person is reportedly being transported to a hospital from the Sylvan Way crash via AMR (private ambulance).
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