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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
"King County prosecutors filed 106 felony drug-dealing cases from January through July. Thirteen were tied to 12th Avenue and Jackson Street, one of the areas highlighted in the county’s data." nwasianweekly.com/2026/10/12th...
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12th and Jackson among hot spots for felony drug cases in Seattle
A significant share of King County’s felony drug-dealing cases this year have been concentrated in a handful of Seattle neighborhoods, including a key area of the Chinatown-International District (…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
"King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion is rallying a coalition to push state lawmakers to pass a bill aimed at cutting off the market for stolen copper, as thieves continue to strike bridges, light rail and even 911 lines across King County." www.king5.com/article/news...
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
A 36-year-old defendant who was convicted on August 20, 2026, for multiple felony counts of dealing fentanyl, cocaine, and meth, has been sentenced. kcprosecutor.medium.com/sentencing-i...
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Sentencing in Burien Drug Dealing Case
A 36-year-old defendant who was convicted on August 20, 2026, for multiple felony counts of dealing fentanyl, cocaine, and meth, has been…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
In the August, our office filed 38 felony cases based on law enforcement referrals in which firearms were involved; these charges include cases involving firearm violence. Details: kcprosecutor.medium.com/august-firea...
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August Firearm Case Report
King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion is sharing monthly reports detailing the cases filed by the King County Prosecuting…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Today the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office charged a defendant with Arson in the Second Degree for a fire at the Planned Parenthood in Bellevue. kcprosecutor.medium.com/charges-in-b...
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Charges in Bellevue Arson Case
Today the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office charged a defendant with Arson in the Second Degree for a fire at the Planned…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
In the July, our office filed 39 felony cases based on law enforcement referrals in which firearms were involved; these charges include cases involving firearm violence. Details: kcprosecutor.medium.com/july-firearm...
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July Firearm Case Report
King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion is sharing monthly reports detailing the cases filed by the King County Prosecuting…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
In the July, our office filed 39 felony cases based on law enforcement referrals in which firearms were involved; these charges include cases involving firearm violence. Details: kcprosecutor.medium.com/july-firearm...
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July Firearm Case Report
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
This win is our latest against the Trump Administration, which has tried — and failed — to force King County to comply with their ideology as a requirement for receiving funding from Congress. kcprosecutor.medium.com/king-county-...
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King County Wins Major Lawsuit Against Trump Administration to Preserve Federal Funds
Yesterday, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in favor of King County and over 70 local governments in the King County v. Turner case…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Before becoming King County’s Courthouse Dog, Edison completed 18 months of training and mastered 70+ cues. Initially, he will serve survivors of domestic violence.   Edison joins a long legacy–our team hosted the nation’s 1st & 100th Courthouse Dogs. Welcome to the team, Edison!
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
👋 Meet Edison: King County’s new Courthouse dog! Edison is a 1.5 year old black labrador who is specially trained to assist victims and witnesses as they are called upon to provide courtroom testimony or go through a witness interview. Welcome to the team, Edison!
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Today King County Prosecutors charged the 15-year-old arrested at the Bite of Seattle; charges include: Assault in the 1st Degree with a firearm enhancement & Unlawful Possession of a Firearm in the 2nd Degree. More info: kcprosecutor.medium.com/charging-dec...
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Charging Decision in Bite of Seattle Case
Today the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office charged the 15-year-old arrested at the Bite of Seattle. The case was referred by…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Big thanks to Gee & Ursula for having me on to talk about our push for legislation to tamp down on copper wire thefts that are costing the public hundreds of thousands of dollars in damages. We can do better — and I’m hopeful our lawmakers will take action on our bill in 2027.
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
"The King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office has released a progress report on its Safer Schools Strategy, highlighting a major shift in how the justice system communicates with local school districts to prevent violence." www.westsideseattle.com/robinson-pap...
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King County's "Safer Schools Strategy" closes communication gaps; Juvenile violent crime returns to pre-pandemic levels | Westside Seattle
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
$100k in damage to Seattle City Light is just the latest example of why Washington needs legislation to crack down on copper wire theft. Thanks to @kironewsradio.bsky.social and the Gee & Ursula Show for having me on. mynorthwest.com/gee-and-ursu...
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'We saw those crimes plummet': King County prosecutor pushes copper wire theft approach that worked for catalytic converters - MyNorthwest.com
King County Prosecutor Leesa Manion is pushing lawmakers to pass a bill she said would drastically reduce copper wire theft.
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
King County Prosecutors have charged a defendant with Malicious Mischief in the Second Degree for damaging a King County Metro Bus with a machete near the Chinatown International District. kcprosecutor.medium.com/felony-charg...
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Felony Charges in Metro Bus Machete Case
King County Prosecutors have charged a defendant with Malicious Mischief in the Second Degree for damaging a King County Metro Bus with a…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
We heard directly from community members about their experiences. I also shared updates from our office including the 100+ felony cases we’ve filed from Ballard since 2025 — which includes organized retail theft, copper wire theft and violent crimes. Thank you for organizing, CM Strauss!
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Yesterday afternoon, I met with Ballard business owners alongside Councilmember Dan Strauss, Seattle City Attorney Erika Evans and Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes.
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
On July 1, Joseph Dixon was sentenced in a King County court for the 2021 murder of Devon Hill and the shooting assault of two other people. Prosecutors requested 81.16 years; the court sentenced Mr. Dixon to 73 years. medium.com/p/bd61432e32...
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Renton Man Receives 73 Year Sentence for 2021 Murder & Shooting
On July 1, 2026, Joseph Dixon was sentenced in a King County court for the 2021 murder of Devon Hill and the shooting assault of two other…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
In the month of June, our office filed 50 felony cases based on law enforcement referrals in which firearms were involved; these charges include cases involving firearm violence. Details: kcprosecutor.medium.com/june-firearm...
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June Firearm Case Report
King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion is sharing monthly reports detailing the cases filed by the King County Prosecuting…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
In the month of May, our office filed 44 felony cases based on law enforcement referrals in which firearms were involved; these charges include cases involving firearm violence. Details: kcprosecutor.medium.com/may-firearm-...
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May Firearm Case Report
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Our latest newsletter is out! It has updates on: ✅ our work on Aurora Ave ✅ the fight to protect access to abortion medication ✅ stats on felony drug dealing charges Did you miss this edition? Sign up for future updates at tinyurl.com/kcpaonewsletter
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
📸 A few belated pride photos…❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 Since 2018, King County Prosecutors have charged nearly 400 Hate Crimes cases. And, since 2023, we have had a dedicated Hate Crimes Prosecutor, Paralegal and Victim Advocate. We will keep working to hold people accountable for biased crimes in King County.
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
While the legislation didn’t pass in 2026, our office is committed to bringing this bill back in the 2027 legislative session.
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
As part of the 2026 legislative session, King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion supported legislation, HB 2213, which would crack down on theft of copper wire and critical infrastructure.
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
King County Prosecutors have filed felony charges — Malicious Mischief in the First Degree, Criminal Impersonation in the First Degree, and Theft in the First Degree — against a defendant accused of stealing copper wire along the West Seattle Bridge. kcprosecutor.medium.com/charges-in-w...
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Charges in West Seattle Bridge Copper Wire Theft Case
King County Prosecutors have filed felony charges — Malicious Mischief in the First Degree, Criminal Impersonation in the First Degree, and…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Birthright citizenship update: we WON! In a 6-3 vote, the Court rejected President Trump’s attempt to rewrite the 14th amendment. Special thanks to @atg.wa.gov and to everyone standing up against attacks on our immigrant communities
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Today, King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion released the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court’s 6–3 ruling rejecting President Trump’s executive order on birthright citizenship: kcprosecutor.medium.com/manion-state...
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Manion Statement on Birthright Citizenship Ruling
Today, King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion released the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court’s 6–3 ruling rejecting…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
King County Prosecutors have charged a defendant w/: Sex Exploitation of a Minor, 2 counts of Commercial Sex Abuse of a Minor, Possession of Depictions of a Minor Engaged in Explicit Conduct, & 2 counts of Communication with a Minor for Immoral Purposes. medium.com/p/7cf64e8992...
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Multiple Felonies Charged in Child Sex Abuse Case
On June 18, King County Prosecutors charged a defendant with multiple felonies: Sexual Exploitation of a Minor, two counts of Commercial…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
TBT to one of our recent PAO Softball Team games. I’ve had a ton of fun cheering on our teammates this season... And so has Timber — #37, mascot, and regular around the “dogout.” 🐕 ⚾️
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Below are news stories featuring the work of of our office from June 15 through June 22. Our office handles felony-level crimes — which are the more serious crimes committed in King County — while City Attorneys’ offices handle most misdemeanors. medium.com/p/b81d8b76c0...
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KCPAO in the News: June 15— June 22
Below are news stories featuring the work of the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office from June 15 through June 22. Our office handles…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
King County Prosecutors have filed charges of Burglary In The Second Degree and Theft of Livestock in the Second Degree in a case of horse theft out of Enumclaw. More info: medium.com/p/27e5d8b0d5...
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Felony Charges in Case of Stolen Horse
On June 12, King County Prosecutors filed charges of Burglary In The Second Degree and Theft of Livestock in the Second Degree in a case of…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
During this pride, with so many fundamental rights & civil liberties under attack, I want to reassure our community that I remain clear eyed in the work to do justice, promote equity & safety, & create an inclusive environment for everyone in King County.   Happy Pride!   #PrideMonth #LGBTQPride
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Below are news stories featuring the work of of our office from June 8 through June 15. Our office handles felony-level crimes — which are the more serious crimes committed in King County — while City Attorneys’ offices handle most misdemeanors. medium.com/p/ace74bd8b2...
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KCPAO in the News: June 8— June 15
Below are news stories featuring the work of the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office from June 8 through June 15. Our office handles…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
On June 8, King County Prosecutors filed multiple felony charges — Human Trafficking In The Second Degree (DV), Human Trafficking In The Second Degree (x3), Money Laundering, & Leading Organized Crime — against a defendant in a Bellevue case. More information: medium.com/p/47de069933...
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Felony Charges in Bellevue Human Trafficking Case
On June 8, King County Prosecutors filed multiple felony charges — Human Trafficking In The Second Degree (DV), Human Trafficking In The…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Below are news stories featuring the work of of our office from May 26 through June 8. Our office handles felony-level crimes — which are the more serious crimes committed in King County — while City Attorneys’ offices handle most misdemeanors. medium.com/p/716bcf2171...
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KCPAO in the News: May 26— June 8
Below are news stories featuring the work of the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office from May 26 through June 8. Our office handles…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Until our state law changes, we will keep seeing the wild west of human trafficking, violence & misery on Aurora. The legislature didn’t pass this bill in 2025 or 2026, but we aren’t giving up. In the meantime, we will keep doing our part to prosecute felony crime along Aurora.
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
2. We are fighting for state legislation to protect and increase resources for trafficking survivors by holding sex buyers accountable for using their money to buy sexual access to vulnerable people. In WA, stealing a candy bar carries a higher criminal penalty than buying sex.
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
This includes cases of felony assault, burglary, drive by shooting, and organized retail theft. We are also consistently charging human traffickers and pimps.
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Here’s 2 steps we are taking to address the crisis along Aurora Ave: 1. We are – and will continue – prosecuting felony crime along Aurora. Between N. 80th St and N. 145 St along Aurora, we filed 143 felonies in the first 5 months of 2026. kcprosecutor.medium.com/aurora-ave-w...
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Aurora Ave: What’s Driving the Crisis & What the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office is Doing…
There have been questions about what the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office (KCPAO) is doing about crime on Aurora.
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
Congratulations to Captain Ron Meade, who is retiring from the Washington State Patrol after 40 years of distinguished service. Thank you for your service in King County and across Washington State. We appreciate you and all you have done to keep our roads, neighbors, and communities safe!
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, John Marcel Williams was sentenced in a King County court for the 2022 stabbing murders of Maryanne Wooden and Howard J Hicks in Seattle’s Georgetown neighborhood. More information: medium.com/p/d7aac46337...
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54 Year Sentence in Georgetown Double Murder Case
On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, John Marcel Williams was sentenced in a King County court for the 2022 stabbing murders of Maryanne Wooden and…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Today, the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office charged a defendant with Murder in the First Degree with a deadly weapon enhancement for the May 10 death of Juniper Blessing at Nordheim Court, part of University of Washington Housing. kcprosecutor.medium.com/murder-charg...
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Murder Charge in University of Washington Case
Today (Monday, May 18), the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office charged a defendant with Murder in the First Degree with a deadly…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
"The King County Prosecutor's Office filed 46 felony drug-dealing cases during the first quarter of 2026. More than 1/3 were connected to three hotspots: 3rd Ave & and Pine, Belltown, and the intersection of 12th Avenue S and S Jackson Street in Little Saigon." komonews.com/news/local/d...
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King County files 46 felony drug-dealing cases as fentanyl crisis grips Seattle streets
King County prosecutors continue filing dozens of felony drug-dealing charges tied to fentanyl and methamphetamine, but many residents in some of Seattle’s hard
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
In the first quarter of 2026, King County Prosecutors filed 46 felony drug dealing charges throughout King County. More than 75% of the drug dealing cases involved fentanyl or meth or both. kcprosecutor.medium.com/folks-171d83...
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Data Insights: Drug Dealing Update: 46 Cases Filed in Q1 of 2026
In the first quarter (January — March) of 2026, King County Prosecutors filed 46 felony drug dealing charges throughout King County. A…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
New data shows King County started this year with gun violence homicides in the single digits for the first time since 2017.   We will keep building on our two-prong approach to 1) intervene with individuals most at risk & 2) identify those causing harm and seek necessary accountability.
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
This afternoon, a jury convicted Aaron Brown Myers of Murder in the Second Degree and Assault in the Second Degree for a June 2024 shooting death and assault in Renton. He also was convicted of firearm enhancements for those counts. More info: medium.com/p/e0c5510f56...
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Verdict in Renton Murder Case
This afternoon, a jury convicted Aaron Brown Myers of Murder in the Second Degree and Assault in the Second Degree for a June 2024 shooting…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Yesterday, the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office charged a defendant with Rape in the First Degree and Kidnapping in the Second Degree following his arrest Monday in North Seattle. More info: medium.com/p/1a3081904f...
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Charges in North Seattle Rape & Kidnapping Case
Yesterday, the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office charged a defendant with Rape in the First Degree and Kidnapping in the Second…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Last week, Brandon Gerner was sentenced to 84 years for the 2023 murders of Ashley Williams and Robert Riley in Maple Valley. I want to express my appreciation for the victims’ family and friends for their courage in sharing their stories with the court.
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Yesterday, the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office charged a 29-year-old Seattle man with Assault in the Second Degree (felony assault) for the April 19 assault of a 77-year-old man at 3rd and Pike Street. Details: medium.com/p/c146b8cd96...
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Charges in 3rd & Pike Assault Case
Yesterday, the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office charged a 29-year-old Seattle man with Assault in the Second Degree (felony…
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion @kcprosecutor.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
A defendant has been sentenced for stealing $500K+ from his grandmother. This followed a jury trial that ended in March, in which he was convicted of 1 count of Theft 1 and 5 counts of Theft 2. More info: medium.com/p/374a603b9b...
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Sentencing in Case Involving Theft of $500k from Older Adult
Forrest Strong has been sentenced for stealing $500,000+ from his grandmother. This followed a jury trial that ended in March of this year…
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