At least four people are dead after a shooting in Tacoma, Washington, authorities said late Thursday. It happened near the corner of 25th Street Southeast and Dogwood Street early Monday. You know? She says they were trying to get back on their feet. 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. 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. Web1 dead, 3 injured in Tacoma shooting. The recent spate of violence has been a recurring issue in Tacoma, which had two mass shootings in a 24-hour spanin late June. Tacoma's homicide rate has been more than twice as high as last years rate at the same point in the year. A man was injured in a drive-by shooting Sunday evening near the intersection of South 47th Street and South Tacoma Way around 5:40 p.m. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. She says the man killed is named Jeff, she didn't want to give his last name. TACOMA, Wash. Tacoma police are investigating two fatal shootings that happened on Sunday. My heart really goes out to them," Marrs said. 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. https://t.co/bIEdRqRXA3. He was only 26-years-old. 1 min read. The deaths mark 27 homicides in the city of Tacoma this year. WebTACOMA, Wash. Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday morning that left a woman dead and a man with life-threatening injuries in Tacoma, according to the She says her boyfriend died in her arms. VIDEO: Two deadly shootings in Tacoma over weekend with no arrests. The one that happened today, that 14-year-old kid should not have been killed today.". No further details have been released. 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. "Very scary. In a lot of situations when its cold out like this morning, we do see a ton of car thefts because of cars that are left running, said Crossley. We grieve, as Tacoma grieves, for the family, and at the same time, must come together to find a path forward. TACOMA, Wash. - Detectives arrested two suspects tied to a March 13 shooting that left a 22-year-old woman dead, according to Tacoma Police Department. However, it is being investigated as a homicide. The city has a population of about 212,000. Tacoma Animal Control took the injured dog to a nearby veterinary hospital for treatment, but the dog later died. >> 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 first injured eight people at a music event on South Tacoma Way early Sunday morning. IE 11 is not supported. "The last shooting, the shooting before that. When officers arrived, they found both the victim and his dog with gunshot wounds. 2021 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. This is a developing story. 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. / CBS/AP. Police said young people were in a car near 19th and MLK Jr. The intersection reopened around 7 p.m. 2023 Cox Media Group. The victims appeared to be adults, police told The News Tribune. Authorities say a 23-year-old male was arrested on March 17, and a 16-year-old male was arrested on March 21. The Associated Press contributed to this report. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Moore claimed hes been working on a comprehensive plan to tackle crime in Tacoma. Tacoma police said a man called 911 for help just before 5 a.m. Sunday and said he and his girlfriend were shot. The victim car drove to the 1900 blk of S Ainsworth & medical aid was called, but the victim was pronounced deceased on scene. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. TACOMA, Wash. - UPDATE: Tacoma Police and the South Sound Gang Task Force arrested a 21-year-old The first injured eight people at a music event on South Tacoma Way early Sunday morning. According to Tacoma Police, the shooting happened at South 19th and Martin Luther King Jr. Way at about noon. Anyone with information on the shooting is asked to call 911 or 1-800-222-TIPS. 36-year-old Brandon Archuleta was arrested a few hours later in connection to the shooting. You know, what happened? Tacoma Police confirms to me the fourth victim has died. 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. Rudd says the business will be closed for an unknown period of time-- he said the loss of the child's life has become a breaking point for him and his team. 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 Responding officers gave the girl life-saving measures, but a teenager was pronounced dead at the scene. Marrs said a deadly shooting like this one never used to happen on East Howe Street in Tacoma. Details are limited. He denied killing anyone when he was arrested. Fugitive in $18 million COVID fraud scheme extradited to U.S. Auburn police are trying to determine if anyone else was involved in the incident and the investigation remains open. Investigators are unsure whether the shooter acted alone, Haddow told The Seattle Times. WebFour people were killed in a shooting in Tacoma, Washington, on Thursday afternoon and authorities were searching for at least one suspect, police said. Out of the 23 homicides, only one did not involve a gun. "My whole world has been ripped away from me in a matter of minutes for a senseless act," said Simpson. 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. As of 7 p.m., no suspect had been arrested or publicly identified. She sent her mother and sister text messages asking if they should be concerned. 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. Officers found the 26-year-old man and a dog that had also been shot. WebAccording to Tacoma Police, the shooting happened at South 19th and Martin Luther King Jr. Way at about noon. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. South Sound 911 received reports of the shooting in the Salishan neighborhood of Tacoma around 4:24 p.m. Thursday. Q13's AJ Janavel reports. The shooting happened on the citys Eastside in the Salishan neighborhood. WebTACOMA, Wash. A 48-year-old man was found after being shot to death in a parking lot Monday morning in the 4300 block of East Portland Avenue, according to Tacoma police. She was too distraught to speak about her daughter, but told FOX 13 she wanted to share her story down the road. 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. WebA KIRO 7 News crew arrived at the scene to find a car with a prominent bullet hole in its passenger-side window. 27Tacoma police responded Sunday evening to a shooting in the city's Eastside neighborhood that left a 38-year-old man dead and four other people injured at a residence. "I can't imagine the grief and the heartache they're going through as a parent. The Tacoma Police Department announced Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards and Police Chief Avery Moore expressed frustration at the violence that gripped the city on Sunday. Four people were killed in a shooting in Tacoma, Washington, on Thursday afternoon and authorities were searching for at least one suspect, police said. Everyone deserves a safe place to call home, and no child should fear their community, nor should any parent have to bury a child. 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. Simpsons says she knows she and her boyfriend had fallen on hard times. Some of it is illegal activities that also escalates into violence. Woodards said that while shes proud of the polices ability to solve cases, she wants to make sure they do not happen so often. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. TACOMA, Wash. A 14-year-old girl was shot and killed in Tacoma's Hilltop neighborhood around noon Wednesday. A 14-year-old girl was shot and killed while in a vehicle around noon Wednesday, the Tacoma police department said. The victims appeared to be adults, police told The News Tribune. VIDEO: Auburn homeowner allegedly shoots suspected car thief. Tacoma police said several people called 911 to report hearing shots fired in the area. TACOMA, Wash. One city. A shooting in a Tacoma neighborhood left a woman dead and a man in the hospital. We woke up about 6 a.m. FOX 13 News spoke to Bree Simpson. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. The manner of death is homicide. Officers immediately started lifesaving measures but he was later pronounced dead at the scene by Tacoma Fire Department medics. 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Woodards said the plan will be presented July 12 to the City Council and the community. WebFeb. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. TACOMA, Wash. Police are investigating yet another fatal shooting in Tacoma that has resulted in the death of a 61-year-old man. 2:49. He was young. Ben Greif lives in the neighborhood where the shooting took place. The Tacoma Police Inside one car was a 32-year-old man with gunshot wounds who was unresponsive in the drivers seat. WebPolice responded to multiple reports of shots fired in the neighborhood of South Tacoma at 12:45 a.m. PT and found a chaotic scene with a large crowd and multiple shooting 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. My department will not waiver in the pursuit of the apprehension of those responsible for this heinous act. 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. Sue Ann, who lives nearby, said she heard a "pop, pop, then pop, pop, pop." Simpson says she didn't know the shooter. 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. AUBURN, Wash. A would-be car thief was shot while trying to steal a running car out of someones driveway, according to Auburn police. WebA man and a dog were shot in a tent in Tacoma on Tuesday, according to the Tacoma Police Department. The shootings happened about 20 hours apart and were within a few miles of one another in Tacomas South End. An arrest has been made in the shooting that occurred on East 52nd Street. Were they targeted? This is the 25th homicide in Tacoma this year. When we arrived on scene we didnt see a victim but we got a call saying the victim was at a different location. We want to get to a point where theres no one to catch because the homicide didnt happen.. The victims were identified Raymond Williams, 22, his girlfriend, Natasha Brincefield, 22, Maria Nunez, 42, and Emery Iese, 19. A 14-year-old girl was struck and died at the scene. for reports of a shooting. Droves of SWAT teams, local police units, and ambulances flocked to the Tacoma Mall at around 7pm local time after several people called 911 to report an "active shooter" incident. WebTACOMA, Wash. A 14-year-old girl was shot and killed in Tacoma's Hilltop neighborhood around noon Wednesday. Anyone with any information is asked to call Crime Stoppers of Puget Sound at 1-800-222-TIPS. WebTacoma police are investigating a fatal shooting at an encampment Tuesday morning in South Tacoma that left a 26-year old man. for reports of a shooting. Example video title will go here for this video. 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. An 18-year-old woman who was a passenger was also shot. The bullet comes through shatters the glass, the window," said Lewis Rudd, the co-founder of Ezell's Famous Chicken. 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. 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. October 22, 2021 / 2:00 PM Both are booked for murder and assault charges. Tacoma police stand by a covered body at the scene of a shooting in Tacoma, Wash. Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021. 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Police are still looking for those responsible for the shooting on South Tacoma Way. At 10:10 p.m., South Sound 911 received multiple reports of someone shot in a vehicle. There is no description of the shooter or shooters. Juveniles inside a car were in the area of 19th & MLK Jr Wy when someone shot at them. "Somebody just came along, and he killed my dog, and my boyfriend tried to stand up for my dog, and he just shot him in the chest," she said. The city has a population of about 212,000. Police have not released any information on what led up to the shooting. pic.twitter.com/0UbaACPsFE. Four people were killed in a shooting in east Tacoma Thursday evening. The Tacoma Police Department (TPD) will be having its shift changes outside this summer to address the rise in crime. 24 hours. Sue Ann said she's lived in her house for about 30 years and the shooting is "completely unusual.". There have been 27 homicides in Tacoma this year, Haddow said. 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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. Two women and a man were shot and killed in the 4200 block of Everett Street, the Tacoma Police Department (TPD) said. 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. A KIRO 7 News crew arrived at the scene to find a car with a prominent bullet hole in its passenger-side window. When officers arrived, they found a 51-year-old man who was unresponsive. No suspect information has been released at this time. Ninety-five percent clearance rate over the last 10 years," Woodards said. The homeowner declined to comment on the incident. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. There were two shots a couple of minutes apart. A lot of it starts with an argument that escalates into violence. TACOMA, Wash. - Police are investigating a homicide in South Tacoma, after a man and his dog were shot and killed inside their tent on Tuesday. All eight shooting victims were considered in stable condition, according to TPD. TACOMA, Wash. Detectives are investigating after a man in his 40s was shot and killed in Tacoma early Sunday. She says they did not want to live in an encampment. Police found the 23-year-old man with a gunshot wound outside a gold Lexus sedan and the 22-year-old woman shot dead inside the car. Two bullet holes could be seen in the windshield. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Hours after the drive-by shooting, police said a neighborhood dispute led to another shooting on Sunday evening. The suspect was taken to Harborview Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. Officers TACOMA, Wash. Four people were killed in a shooting in east Tacoma Thursday evening. TACOMA, Wash. - A 14-year-old girl was killed in a shooting Wednesday afternoon in Tacoma. My first reaction is something happened to her," neighbor Sherry Marrs said. Residents of the neighborhood were also asked to stay away if they are not already home. People we talked with said they didn't hear the gunshots. The shooting happened on the city's Eastside in the Salishan neighborhood. for reports of a shooting. Police arrived to find a car that had struck another parked, unoccupied car. A neighbor, Greg Riemersma, said he heard what sounded like fireworks going off in the area Thursday evening. Download our free KING 5 appto stay up-to-date on news stories from across western Washington. Her mother identified the victim as Iyana Ussery. "That says if you commit a homicide in Tacoma, were going to catch you. A 16-year-old boy with life-threatening injuries is the latest youth shooting victim there. Tacoma police searching for suspect after four killed in Washington shooting. The public was asked to avoid the area while police investigated Thursday night. Greif said he suspected that the gunshots were due to an attempted theft. Two mass shootings. This deadly shooting comes days after five people were shot in Tacoma over the weekend. Marrs said she's seen the Lexus sedan drive through the neighborhood many times and never heard of any problems. Tacoma police asked people to stay away from the area of South 19th Street and MLK Jr. Way while the scene remained active. Tacoma police could not say if the shooting was a targeted attack or random. If you have any information on the shooting or the suspect, call 911 or Crime Stoppers of Puget Sound. She says he fired two shots, then walked away. 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. The Tacoma Police Department will never rest as we pursue safety and security for the City of Tacoma.". Four adults were injured in the shooting and taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. WebA shooting at a homeless encampment Tuesday in Tacoma that left a man and his dog dead began when the animal barked at the gunman in a tent, according to charging TACOMA, Wash. One city. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. They tried to save the 26-year-old mans life, but he died on scene. "I ask the community to support this family and each other. "This is like the third, fourth shooting in this area within the last probably six weeks," he said. Responding officers found a 22-year-old female dead inside a car and a 23-year-old male nearby, Tacoma police said. 2023 Cox Media Group. 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. "At this time I cannot say whether there was one or multiple shooters.". Thirteen people were shot in two separate incidents Sunday. The shooting began in an alley west of Everett Ave and moved to the front yard of a residence, according to TPD. Jennifer, another neighbor who was walking her dogs, stumbled upon the scene. TACOMA, Wash. Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday morning that left a woman dead and a man with life-threatening injuries in Tacoma, according to the Tacoma Police Department. KIRO 7 News Seattle facebook feed(Opens a new window), KIRO 7 News Seattle twitter feed(Opens a new window), KIRO 7 News Seattle youtube feed(Opens a new window), Woman loses $29K after being targeted by banking scam with victims in 9 states, Graffiti: Vandalism or crimes of art? Flying bug found at Walmart turns out to be rare Jurassic-era insect. TACOMA, Wash. - Detectives arrested two suspects tied to a March 13 shooting that left 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. 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. Jun. Download our free KING 5 appto stay up-to-date on news stories from across western Washington. "Somebody is shooting somebody across the street so immediately all of us got down on the floor," Greg Riemersma, who heard the gunshots, told CBS affiliate KIRO-TV. First published on October 22, 2021 / 9:37 AM. This is one of the most horrible things that I've seen in a long time in this neighborhood.". Police said later that the person taken to a hospital had died from his injuries. Anyone with information is encouraged to reach out as soon as possible to CRIMESTOPPERS at 1-800-222-TIPS. Detectives and forensic investigators were collecting evidence. 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. 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. Your Crime Stoppers tip can be anonymous--give them a call at 1-800-222-TIPS or submit them here. Tacoma Police Department officers found the victim in the driver's seat of a car that had struck an unoccupied vehicle. There have been 27 homicides in Tacoma this year, Haddow said. Ben Greif lives in the neighborhood where the shooting took place. No suspect information has been released at this time. Police spokeswoman Wendy Haddow said the shooting happened in an alley behind a residence at about 4:24 p.m. and that at least one victim was found in the street in front of the residence. A 14-yr-old female was struck. >> Download KING 5+, our new Roku and Amazon Fire apps, to watch live coverage 24/7, A lot of what were seeing in Tacoma is that the using of guns is intentional, but leading up to that is not so much about guns, Moore said. WebJanuary 22, 2023, 4:53 PM. The Tacoma police What had happened at this scene is we had an attempted car theft, said Auburn Police Department Public Information Officer Kolby Crossley. What led to this violence," she said. He said he heard and saw some of the action around the police response. It used to be further down, but I guess they've brought it this way now," she said. The mall reopened at 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. Officers found him in an RV nearby. The male was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. "This is a horrific crime," Haddow told KIRO. Thats when its enough. Eight people were injured on June 26 after a large crowd was attending a rave on South Tacoma Way. Detectives and crime scene technicians have responded to the scene. 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, Download KING 5's Roku and Amazon Fire apps to watch live newscasts and video on demand, Statue at Tacoma's Eastside Community Center honors teen killed by gun violence, Man arrested after murder of 28-year-old woman in Spanaway, Suspects in Scream masks rob busy Seattle hair salon at gunpoint. 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. As for what it will take to stop the violence in their streets, they said they're just not sure. WebUSA TODAY. FOX 13 News talked with neighbors who woke up to crime tape blocking off their street. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. "The Tacoma Police Department stands firm in our fight against violent crime. Two mass shootings. The shooting is being investigated as a homicide. The second shooting happened on Sunday night near the corner of South M Street and 52nd Avenue. This is a developing story, and will be updated. According to court documents, he has multiple prior felony convictions and is prohibited from owning or possessing a gun. Simpson says they were dating and says she was there when he and her dog were shot. Moore said the department is performing hot spot policing, where more officers will be sent to areas with higher rates of crime, including the Tacoma Way neighborhood. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. Police spokeswoman Wendy Haddow said the shooting happened in an alley behind a residence at about 4:24 p.m. and that at least one victim was found in the street in front of the residence. The shootings happened about 20 hours apart and were within a few miles of one another in Tacomas South End. A man and his dog were shot inside a tent in a Tacoma homeless encampment on Tuesday. 0:00. The mayor and the police chief said reducing crime would be a top priority during their administrations, but Moore believes addressing the nature of the shootings is challenging. Ben Greif lives in the neighborhood where the shooting took Police said the victims drove the car to the 1900 block of South Ainsworth and called for medical help. It's unclear if the shooting was random or targeted. The investigation spanned a large area of the street with more than a dozen evidence markers. My daughter, I didn't know she was home yet. Please enter valid email address to continue. A dog that was injured in the shooting later died. Download our free KING 5 appto stay up-to-date on news stories from across western Washington. A man and a dog were shot in a tent in Tacoma on Tuesday, according to the Tacoma Police Department. Police said later that the person taken to a hospital had died from his injuries. "I wonder, you know, was this random? The male transported to the hospital has died from his injuries. 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. 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