Dogs Mistaken for Pit Bulls and Shoplifting in August 30 Blotter

Animal Complaint: Police received a report at 3:14 a.m. that pit bulls were seen fighting with each other on the 1100 block of Lafromboise Street. The responding officer found three dogs in a kennel that were identified as American bull dogs. They were fighting and one was injured though King County Animal Control said the injury was not life-threatening. They were attempting to contact the owners and cite them. Neighbors were alerted later in the day that the matter was being handled by the county.

Speeders Beware: Extra patrol has been requested to monitor speeding vehicles on the 700 block of Myrtine Street between 8:15 a.m. and 8:40 a.m. and then between 3:20 p.m. and 4 p.m. due to concern for children at the bus stop during those times.

Theft: Police received a report at 2:31 p.m. that someone shoplifted a sweatshirt from a business on the 800 block of Roosevelt Avenue. They were seen leaving in a small blue pick up truck with a canopy, headed westbound on State Route 410.

Police received a report at 5:21 p.m. that a wallet was stolen from a gas station on the 1000 block of Monroe Avenue. Police were reviewing store surveillance footage.

No Permit: Police received a report at 5:57 p.m. that a person selling produce on the corner of Semanski Street at Roosevelt Avenue may not have a permit to do so. The responding officer confirmed this was the case and advised the person they needed to get a permit to continue.

Harassment: Police received a report at 6:27 p.m. that ongoing harassment problems between neighbors continue on the 700 block of Myrtine Street. The responding officer contacted all sides and advised them not to contact each other.

Traffic Arrest: Police arrested a driver for third-degree driving while license suspended following a traffic stop on Griffin Avenue at Railroad Street at 9:32 p.m.