Charges filed by the KCPAO: Wednesday, Dec. 28

The overwhelming majority of criminal cases filed daily by the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office don’t receive public attention.

That’s not the fault of the public or news reporters — it’s understandable with the volume of felony cases we file each day.

The KCPAO is sharing the number of adult cases filed each day and additional details about a handful of specific cases to highlight the kinds of cases we handle. Details of the alleged crimes below are from the public charging documents.

Charges filed by the KCPAO: Wednesday, Dec. 28

• Assault In The Second Degree (2 charges)
• Assault In The Second Degree — Domestic Violence (4 charges)
• Assault In The Fourth Degree — Domestic Violence (1 charge)
• Attempting To Elude A Pursuing Police Vehicle (1 charge)
• Burglary In The Second Degree (1 charge)
• Custodial Assault (1 charge)
• Domestic Violence Felony Violation Of A Court Order (3 charges)
• Extortion In The Second Degree (1 charge)
• Failure to Register as a Sex Offender (1 charge)
• Felony Harassment — Domestic Violence (1 charge)
• Possessing Stolen Property In The Second Degree (1 charge)
• Possession Of Stolen Vehicle (2 charges)
• Rape in the First Degree — Domestic Violence (1 charge)
• Tampering With A Witness (1 charge)
• Theft Of Motor Vehicle (1 charge)
• Unlawful Imprisonment — Domestic Violence (1 charge)
• Unlawful Issuance Of Checks Or Drafts Unlawful Issuance Of Checks Or Drafts (1 charge)
• Unlawful Possession of a Firearm in the First Degree (2 charges)
• Violation of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act (1 charge: possession with intent — meth)

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Custodial Assault

On Christmas, the defendant became angry with correctional officers when he realized he was going to be booked into jail instead of being released. He threatened a group of officers saying things including “If I see you on the streets, you’re dead,” and “You better watch your backs, you don’t know when I’ll get you. He later spat on an officer striking him on his face, just above the officer’s right eye. The defendant had bench warrants for assault, theft, and reckless burning, as well as a conviction history that includes Robbery in the Second Degree, Theft, Assault in the Fourth Degree, felony malicious mischief, and a felony violation of a no-contact order. King County prosecutors argued that he should be held on $10,000 bail.

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Possessing Stolen Property in the Second Degree

Violation of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act (possession with intent — meth)

On Dec. 22 in North Seattle, a woman called police to help get her belongings that were stolen during a car prowl in the University District. The woman told police she watched the suspect walk into a homeless encampment, and the woman’s father later followed him from a distance until police arrived. Police found the laptop and other items as the victim described. They also found a can of bear spray, a knife and a small machete on the defendant. The victim was able to unlock the MacBook with her password. Police also said they found meth and small plastic bags indicating possession with intent for suspected dealing. The defendant was held in jail on $20,000 bail.

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Unlawful Possession of a Firearm in the First Degree x2

In the present case, a Seattle Police officer was on patrol Dec. 22 in a known high crime area of South Seattle. Based on other contacts, the officer recognized the defendant. The officer found that the defendant had an outstanding warrant, and when the officer contacted him saw suspected crack cocaine in the defendant’s hand. Police also found two handguns with magazines and 11.1 grams of suspected crack cocaine on the defendant. King County prosecutors argued that he should be held on $50,000 bail because of the danger to the community. The first appearance judge set bail at $5,000. Because King County prosecutors did not have the ability to re-argue the bail amount, we asked that a judge maintain the $5,000 amount with the filing of these felony charges.

These case summaries, which were posted Jan. 2, 2023, are not expected to be updated. To see additional details in each case, go to the KC-Script Portal.