Published on February 26, 2026
Media Contact: Tiffany Trombley Public Information Officer KPDPIO@kirklandwa.gov
What began as an investigation into a stolen bicycle listed for sale online led Kirkland Police to recover stolen property, seize narcotics and firearms, and arrest two individuals on felony warrants.
On Monday, February 23, 2026, a Seattle resident located his stolen bicycle advertised for sale on a digital marketplace. The seller was operating from an apartment complex in Kirkland, and the Seattle resident contacted the police. Kirkland Police launched an investigation into the listing. On Tuesday, the Kirkland Police Pro-Act Unit conducted surveillance and confirmed the suspect’s identity. The suspect had an active felony warrant for narcotics distribution. Yesterday, Wednesday, February 25, Kirkland officers were granted search warrants for the apartment to recover the stolen bicycle and arrest the suspect. The Pro-Act Unit served the warrant with assistance from Kirkland’s Detectives and Patrol Officers and recovered the stolen bicycle. Officers took the suspect into custody without incident. While serving the warrant, officers observed narcotics and firearm-related items in plain view. The officers obtained additional search authority and seized suspected fentanyl, methamphetamine, cash, one rifle, and one pistol. Officers also arrested a second individual located inside the apartment on an outstanding felony warrant for motor vehicle theft. The Kirkland Police Pro-Act Unit led this investigation. The unit focuses on proactive investigations targeting criminal activity impacting the community and was established through Police Prop 1, approved by Kirkland voters in 2018.
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