A stolen firearm recovered downtown, warrants served in York, and an early morning DUI arrest lead today's reports.
Good morning, Bellingham!
The sun rises on a busy Tuesday in Bellingham. Yesterday's blotter saw 30 incidents across our neighborhoods, with activity focused downtown, in York, and Meridian. Investigations lead the way, followed by theft and a cluster of welfare checks.
At a Glance
Yesterday, officers responded to a sum of 30 calls. The vast majority of these incidents were non-violent, accounting for 96.7% of the total. Focus areas included York, Meridian, and Downtown, made up for half of the day’s total responses.
The 100 Block of E Magnolia St and the 400 Block of York St saw frequent activity- stay informed & vigilant, Bellingham.
Category Breakdown
Investigation took the top spot yesterday, with eight incidents ranging from suspicious circumstances to juvenile problems. These cases spanned multiple neighborhoods.
Theft held steady as a persistent concern, claiming five incidents. From shoplifting on Lakeway to thefts reported in Meridian, residents are reminded to secure their belongings and remain alert.
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Timeline Analysis
The overnight hours started actively. The busiest hour was 1 AM, with activity continuing through the day. The afternoon saw a spike between noon and 2 PM with six incidents reported.
Notably, several incidents occurred in the early morning hours, an odd Monday night for law enforcement.
Intel Briefs
Downtown Disruptions
Multiple incidents including narcotics violations and suspicious circumstances downtown continues - increased vigilance is advised in this area.
York Street Activity
The 400 Block of York St saw a warrant arrest and information report filed. For more details, residents should check the official BPD activity report.
Lakeway Corridor Concerns
The Lakeway Dr corridor, particularly around the 800 and 1300 blocks, saw incidents ranging from shoplifting to a DUI arrest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's in the "Other" category?
The "Other" category includes 4 incidents that don't fit into our main categories. Here's the breakdown:
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.