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[Tacoma Police Department @TacomaPD]

Investigations, located and arrested the suspect. He was booked into the Pierce County Jail for Murder in the 1stdegree.

The investigation remains active. Anyone with information related to this case is asked to call 911.

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[Tacoma Police Department @TacomaPD]

transported to a local hospital, where he later died from his injuries.

Over the course of the investigation, detectives developed probable cause to arrest an adult male suspect. On July 8, 2026, Tacoma Police detectives, with the assistance of the Tacoma SWAT and Special

[Tacoma Police Department @TacomaPD]

Homicide Arrest – 1000 Block of South Tacoma Way

Tacoma, Wash. – Tacoma Police detectives have arrested a suspect in connection with a homicide that occurred in the 1000 block of South Tacoma Way.

On July 6, 2026, at approximately 12:36 a.m., Tacoma Police officers

[South Sound News @southsoundnews]

@Southkingfire and @KingCoMedicOne on the scene of a residential fire in the 30100 block of 3rd Pl. S. No injuries and fire contained quickly.

[Pierce Co Sheriff @PierceSheriff]

***UPDATE Homicide Case 9:15am 7-8-2026***

Pierce County Sheriff detectives have identified Hayes McCloud as a person of interest in connection to the homicide. We also believe Hayes McCloud is also connected to a second homicide that occurred about 30 minutes later.

[Pierce Co Sheriff @PierceSheriff]

Homicide Investigation, Puyallup WA

On July 8th at 2:40am, deputies responded to the 12500 block of Woodland Ave. E in Puyallup for reports of a male who had been located deceased in a home. We have no suspect in custody at this time.

[Tacoma Police Department @TacomaPD]

wounds. Officers immediately began lifesaving measures; however, the male was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Detectives and Crime Scene Technicians are actively investigating this incident as a homicide. There are no suspects in custody at this time.

[Tacoma Police Department @TacomaPD]

Homicide Investigation – 6900 Block of East D Street

Tacoma, Wash. – At approximately 3:04 a.m. Tacoma Police officers responded to the 6900 block of east D street for several reports of gunshots in the area.

Upon arrival, officers located an adult male with apparent gunshot

[Puyallup Police Department @PuyallupPD]

Police Activity at Bradley Lake Park
We are currently investigating a death within the wooded area of Bradley Lake Park. Officers located a deceased adult male inside a tent earlier today. Detectives are on scene, and the Pierce County Medical Examiner’s Office is responding to assist with the investigation.

At this time, there is no threat to the public, and no individuals are outstanding. This appears to be an isolated incident.

We are sharing this information so parkgoers are aware of the police presence they may see in the area. Bradley Lake Park remains open, and we appreciate the community’s patience and cooperation as investigators complete their work.

[Trooper Kameron Watts @wspd1pio]

SB I-5 / MP 120

A semi truck struck another semi that was stopped by a CVEO unit. The debris from the struck semi, then ricocheted onto the windshield of the CVEO’s patrol car.

Thankfully, no one is injured. Please slow down or move over.

#moveoverlaw

[Renton Police Dept. @RentonpdWA]

Park Ave N is closed in both directions between Bronson Way N and N 3rd St due to a serious injury collision involving a motorcycle and a school bus.
The motorcyclist was injured. The bus driver was not injured; no children were on the bus at the time of the collision. 1/2

[Trooper Kelsey Harding @wspd7pio]

#YourWSP requests assistance to help locate suspect and suspect vehicle in an injury hit-and-run collision.

[Pierce Co Sheriff @PierceSheriff]

Over the Weekend 7-6-26

#1 Drive-By-Shooting in University Place

#2 Threats with Homemade Explosive

#3 Ninja Guy Arrested

#4 Two Boat Fires on Lake Tapps

For the full story, visit our Blotter:
https://t.co/krIHcFTSfy

[Trooper Rick Johnson @wspd2pio]

It’s the final match briefing! Chief Batiste was present to thank everyone and congratulate Captain Mead in his last week until retirement !

[Tacoma Police Department @TacomaPD]

the Tacoma Fire Department arrived.
The victim was transported to a local hospital, where he later died of his injuries.

Detectives and Crime Scene Technicians are actively investigating this incident as a homicide. There are no suspects in custody at this time.

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[Tacoma Police Department @TacomaPD]

Tacoma, Wash. – At approximately 12:36 a.m. Tacoma Police officers responded to the 1000 block of South Tacoma Way for the report of a shooting.

Upon arrival, officers located an adult male with possible gunshot wounds. Officers immediately began lifesaving measures until

[Seattle Police Department @SeattlePD]

Police investigating a shooting in the 6000 block of Swift Ave S. 4 reported victims at this time. No suspects in custody. More information when available.

[Puget Sound Fire @PugetSoundFire]

Puget Sound Fire and @KingCoMedicOne responded to a fireworks related incident in the 900 block of 2nd Avenue North. Three individuals were treated for critical injuries and transported to a Seattle area hospital by King County Medic One and Puget Sound Fire.

[East Pierce Fire @EastPierceFire]

BRUSH FIRE + MAR122 RESPONSE

7/5/26: Around 3:30 AM, East Pierce Fire & Rescue crews responded to a reported brush fire.

Firefighters arrived to find an approximately 50-by-50-foot brush fire along the shoreline and two boats on fire. Crews on shore and aboard Marine 122 worked together to quickly contain the brush fire and extinguish the burning boats.

The Washington State Department of Ecology was called to assist following a fuel and oil spill from the burning boats. Marine 122 deployed containment booms to help keep the oil from spreading. East Pierce crews remain on scene assisting with recovery operations.

The cause remains under investigation.

No injuries were reported.