Lakeway Drive sees a busy night, and a felony assault downtown leads to arrest.
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Yesterday's activity saw a flurry of activity concentrated around Lakeway Drive, while downtown saw a significant assault. Here's a look at what else kept Bellingham PD busy on Thursday.
At a Glance
Officers responded to 28 calls for service yesterday. Non-violent incidents accounted for approximately 85.7% of the total, a slight decrease from earlier in the week.
The Puget neighborhood saw the highest concentration of incidents, followed by Downtown and Happy Valley, each with significant activity.
Category Breakdown
Beyond the headline incidents, 'Other' calls, including found property and warrant arrests, topped the charts, accounting for nearly a third of all incidents. Theft, Investigation, and Malicious activity tied for second place, each representing 14.3% of the total.
Assaults accounted for 10.7% of the calls, a notable portion, and a reminder of the challenges our first responders face. Vehicular incidents were the least common, with only one reported instance.
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Timeline Analysis
The busiest time for police activity yesterday was 8 AM, with a notable surge of 5 incidents occurring then.
The broader window between 8 AM and 10 AM saw a total of 8 incidents, suggesting the morning commute and early workday hours are particularly active for law enforcement.
Intel Briefs
Lakeway Drive Hotspot
An unusual spike in incidents were recorded on Lakeway yesterday, including multiple theft incidents and a burglary.
Domestic Disputes
Pay attention to your neighbors and report any signs of domestic disturbance. Officers responded to multiple domestic-related calls yesterday, highlighting the importance of community vigilance.
Found Property
If you find lost or abandoned property, please report it to the police. Several found property incidents were reported yesterday, helping to reunite owners with their belongings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's in the "Other" category?
The "Other" category includes 9 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.