Suspect Arrested for SR 900 Drive-By

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  A suspect was arrested for a drive-by shooting on SR 900 near May Valley RoadNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  The arrest occurred on July 22, 2026No usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  According to Washington State Patrol recordsNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  Troopers responded to a 9-1-1 call from a victim who was shot at while driving eastbound“At approximately 5:00am on July 22, 2026, Washington State Patrol (WSP) communications received a 9-1-1 call from a victim advising that they were just shot at by the driver of another vehicle on SR 900 near the May Valley Road.”
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  The victim reported the back window of their vehicle shattered after a light-colored car followed closely“The victim advised they were not injured and were standing by for contact in the May Valley Alliance Church parking lot. Once troopers contacted, they observed the back window was shattered and the bullet fragment lodged in the headrest of the front passenger seat. A bullet casing was also found in the area where the shooting occurred. The victim stated he was traveling eastbound on SR 900 near Duvall Ave NE when a light-colored vehicle approached him from behind at a high rate where two lanes merged into one but was unable to pass. The vehicle followed at a very close distance and as it was turning onto 164th Ave SE the victim heard one shot and the back window shattered.”
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  The victim reported a light-colored car fired a shot as it turned onto 164th Ave SE“The victim stated he was traveling eastbound on SR 900 near Duvall Ave NE when a light-colored vehicle approached him from behind at a high rate where two lanes merged into one but was unable to pass. The vehicle followed at a very close distance and as it was turning onto 164th Ave SE the victim heard one shot and the back window shattered.”
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  Detectives identified a potential suspect vehicle through surveillance and a search warrant“WSP detectives surveilled the area at the same time of day and were able to identify a potential suspect vehicle and where the driver worked. Through extensive investigation and the use of a search warrant for video footage they were able to establish probable cause to arrest the driver of the vehicle.”
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  A high-risk traffic stop was conducted on August 7, 2026“On August 7, 2026, at approximately 1:30pm, the WSP SWAT team made a high-risk traffic stop as the individual was leaving ”
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  The victim was not injured“The victim advised they were not injured and were standing by for contact in the May Valley Alliance Church parking lot.”
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  Bullet fragments were found in the vehicle's headrest and casing at the scene“The victim advised they were not injured and were standing by for contact in the May Valley Alliance Church parking lot. Once troopers contacted, they observed the back window was shattered and the bullet fragment lodged in the headrest of the front passenger seat. A bullet casing was also found in the area where the shooting occurred.”
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  The arrest follows a pattern of similar incidents in the areaNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  Troopers emphasized the need for vigilance in traffic safety during the back-to-school season“Troopers will be actively enforcing posted speed limits throughout the emphasis. Drivers are reminded to pay close attention to changing speed limits as they travel across the state. Troopers will also have zero tolerance for impaired driving. In addition, motorists should eliminate distractions and remain focused on the safe operation of their vehicles. The WSP's primary goal is to ensure everyone arrives back at school safely.”