Dodging consequences – so far
10:50 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 3
A resident called 911 after discovering his Dodge Dakota had taken an unauthorized road trip from its parking spot in front of his home. The truck was reported stolen with no clues about a potential suspect. Good news: the vehicle has since been recovered, and investigators are now following new leads. Talbott Street.
Tall tale, short story
10:15 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 4
Police responded to a business after a woman claimed she’d fallen on the property and demanded compensation. Officers determined the woman was spinning a false tale that matched similar attempts made at other locations. The incident was documented, but no criminal investigation was needed. Morris Street.
Sad outcome
6:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 6
Authorities launched a search after a boater failed to return from the Rainbow Bridge boat launch. With his truck and trailer still on site, search and rescue crews—including marine units and a helicopter—scoured the area over several days. The boater’s vessel was later found adrift, and on Sunday morning, his body was located near the rocks at the south end of the channel. Swinomish Channel.
