Daily Report

Shoplifting on Sunset & trouble on Granary.

Saturday, January 17, 20264 min read

Good morning, Bellingham!

Friday saw a wide range of activity across Bellingham, from shoplifting on E Sunset Drive to a graffiti report on Granary Avenue. Officers also assisted Mt. Vernon PD with an explosives investigation.

At a Glance

Bellingham police activity heatmap showing 28 incidents on January 17, 2026

Across Bellingham, officers responded to 28 calls for service. The majority, about 86%, were classified as non-violent.

Downtown saw the highest concentration of incidents, followed by Meridian and Roosevelt neighborhoods.

Notable Location:Downtown

Category Breakdown

Malicious
9
Theft
6
Investigation
4
Welfare
3
Vehicular
3
Assault
2
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Malicious incidents topped the list yesterday, accounting for nearly a third of all calls. These included disturbances and false reporting.

Theft followed, with shoplifting, burglary, and fraud reports keeping officers busy. Remember to lock your doors and vehicles, folks.

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Timeline Analysis

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The busiest time for Bellingham PD yesterday was late morning.

The peak hour was 11 AM, with 4 incidents logged. The two-hour window between 10 AM and noon saw a total of 5 calls for service.

Intel Briefs

Downtown Trespass Enforcement

With several trespass incidents reported downtown yesterday, business owners should review their trespass policies and ensure clear signage. Work with BPD to address ongoing issues.

Bellis Fair Parkway Activity

With a hit and run and suspicious circumstance reported yesterday, the Bellis Fair Area continues to b a local hotspot - stay aware of your surroundings and report anything unusual.

Package Theft Awareness

With several theft reports throughout the week, staying vigilant about package deliveries can save us all a headache. Consider using a secure drop-off location or asking a neighbor to hold packages.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's in the "Other" category?

The "Other" category includes 1 incident that don't fit into our main categories. Here's the breakdown:

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Where does this data come from?

All incident data is sourced directly from the official Bellingham Police Department Daily Activity Log. We aggregate and analyze this public information to provide community insights. Our data is updated daily and reflects only what the department publicly reports.