March 2025

Information from Seattle Police Blotter

#2025-70550/Southwest Precinct/First Watch:

At 8:03 am on Sunday, Officers responded to a burglary at the Seattle Fire Department (SFD) Joint Training Facility. SFD personnel arrived to find a SFD vehicle at the entrance and the vehicle entry gate heavily damaged.

It appeared that some time over night a portion of the fencing had been cut and entry made. Inside, a SFD vehicle was broken into and used to ram the door of of the engine bay where entry was gained.

An SFD ax was found on the ground near the bay. Three separate trailers on the property was also broken into, seemingly by use of the ax. The SFD vehicle was then used to ram through the entry gate for the suspect(s) to exit from the property.

There are some cameras present on the property and a link was provided to upload any footage.

At time of this report, it was unknown what property, if any, was taken.

The Seattle Police Department is sponsoring a Community Resource Fair on Saturday, March 22, from 11 AM to 3 PM1. The event will take place at 2600 SW Barton Street, Suite A-1 (in the former Spirit Halloween - Bed Bath and Beyond location).

This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with services, learn about local programs, and connect with others in the community.

Here's a sneak peek at what you can expect:

• Free haircuts

• Free cellphones (for those who qualify through an income-based program)

• Information and resources from youth organizations

• Housing services

• Free items like snacks and hygiene products

• Volunteer opportunities

• Pet services

• Substance abuse help

• Victim support services

• Mental health resources

• Help with food security

By West Seattle Food Bank

For many children in West Seattle, school meals are not just a convenient option—they are a lifeline as their main source of nutrition. But the recent USDA cuts to school meal funding and local food purchasing programs will make it harder for thousands of students to get the nutrition they need, while also dealing a devastating financial blow to local farmers who relied on those programs.

On March 10, 2025, the USDA announced the immediate termination of the Local Food for Schools (LFS) program and the Local Food Purchase Assistance (LFPA) program, cutting over $1 billion that supported school meals and food banks. The now-canceled $660 million in LFS funding would have helped schools buy fresh, local food for students—but that money is gone.

What This Means for West Seattle Kids

The Emerald City is now home to a vibrant new hub for young artists with the grand opening of the Emerald City Drama Club (ECDC). Founded with the mission to provide a safe, empowering, and inspired environment for young artists to learn and collaborate, ECDC promises to be a space where students are encouraged to explore their imaginations, speak their minds, and find new and exciting ways to express themselves through the arts.

Update 6:13pm

At 2:36pm, several callers reported shots fired at Roxhill Park, with someone possibly hit. A few minutes later, a male called from the area of 30 Ave SW / SW Elmgrove St to report that his friend was shot.

Officers responded to that location and contacted the 18 yo male driver of a Prius and his 17 yo male passenger. The juvenile male had sustained 3 GSWs to his left side. Officers rendered medical aid until relieved by SFD.

The juvenile male was transported to HMC in serious condition.

Officers arrived at Roxhill Park, located the scene, and interviewed witnesses. Officers determined that four males were engaged in a loud argument by the play structure.

At some point, one male pulled a gun on the other three males, and they all exchanged gunfire. The lone male then fled on foot. The other three males fled in a Prius.