Suspect Arrested in Pullman Drive-by Shooting

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  Washington State Patrol arrested a suspect for a July 22 drive-by shooting on SR 900 near May Valley Road“Suspect Arrested For A Drive By Shooting On SR 900 — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:52:46 +0000 August 12, 2026 King County: At approximately 5:00am on July 22, 2026, Washington State Patrol (WSP) communications received a 9-1-1 call from a victim advising that they were just shot at by the driver of another vehicle on SR 900 near the May Valley Road. The victim advised they were not injured and were standing by for contact in the May Valley Alliance Church parking lot. Once troopers contacted, they observed the back window was shattered and the bullet fragment lodged in the headrest of the front passenger seat. A bullet casing was also found in the area where the shooting occurred. The victim stated he was traveling eastbound on SR 900 near Duvall Ave NE when a light-colored vehicle approached him from behind at a high rate where two lanes merged into one but was unable to pass. The vehicle followed at a very close distance and as it was turning onto 164th Ave SE the victim heard one shot and the back window shattered. The victim could not get a license plate or see the driver but described some details about the vehicle that would make it stand out. WSP detectives surveilled the area at the same time of day and were able to identify a potential suspect vehicle and where the driver worked. Through extensive investigation and the use of a search warrant for video footage they were able to establish probable cause to arrest the driver of the vehicle. On August 7, 2026, at approximately 1:30pm, the WSP SWAT team made a high-risk traffic stop as the individual was leaving ”
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  The victim was traveling eastbound on SR 900 near Duvall Ave NE“The victim stated he was traveling eastbound on SR 900 near Duvall Ave NE when a light-colored vehicle approached him from behind at a high rate where two lanes merged into one but was unable to pass.”
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  A light-colored vehicle followed closely and fired a shot“The victim stated he was traveling eastbound on SR 900 near Duvall Ave NE when a light-colored vehicle approached him from behind at a high rate where two lanes merged into one but was unable to pass. The vehicle followed at a very close distance and as it was turning onto 164th Ave SE the victim heard one shot and the back window shattered.”
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  The shot shattering the back window of the victim's vehicleNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  The suspect was arrested on August 7, 2026“On August 7, 2026, at approximately 1:30pm, the WSP SWAT team made a high-risk traffic stop as the individual was leaving ”
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  WSP detectives identified the vehicle through surveillance and video footage“WSP detectives surveilled the area at the same time of day and were able to identify a potential suspect vehicle and where the driver worked. Through extensive investigation and the use of a search warrant for video footage they were able to establish probable cause to arrest the driver of the vehicle.”
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  The victim was not injured“The victim advised they were not injured and were standing by for contact in the May Valley Alliance Church parking lot.”
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  A bullet fragment was found lodged in the headrest of the front passenger seat“the bullet fragment lodged in the headrest of the front passenger seat.”
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  WSP emphasized that speeding and distracted driving contribute to serious collisions“Speeding continues to be one of the leading causes of serious and fatal collisions across Washington. So far this year, District 6 has investigated 12 fatal collisions , which is 12 too many, especially when many of these tragedies are preventable. Troopers will be actively enforcing posted speed limits throughout the emphasis. Drivers are reminded to pay close attention to changing speed limits as they travel across the state. Troopers will also have zero tolerance for impaired driving. In addition, motorists should eliminate distractions and remain focused on the safe operation of their vehicles.”
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  District 6 reported 12 fatal collisions so far in 2026“So far this year, District 6 has investigated 12 fatal collisions , which is 12 too many, especially when many of these tragedies are preventable.”
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  WSP will conduct back-to-school patrols from August 14-16“August 12, 2026 Grant and Kittitas – With increased traffic and a history of serious collisions associated with students and families traveling back to Washington State University (WSU) in Pullman after summer break, the Washington State Patrol (WSP) will conduct emphasis patrols from Friday, Aug. 14, through Sunday, Aug. 16.”
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  WSP will address traffic safety concerns around WSU“WSU Back to School Emphasis Patrols — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:56:59 +0000 August 12, 2026 Grant and Kittitas – With increased traffic and a history of serious collisions associated with students and families traveling back to Washington State University (WSU) in Pullman after summer break, the Washington State Patrol (WSP) will conduct emphasis patrols from Friday, Aug. 14, through Sunday, Aug. 16. During the emphasis, District 6 troopers in Grant and Kittitas counties will focus on speeding, distracted driving, impaired driving, and other collision-causing violations. Speeding continues to be one of the leading causes of serious and fatal collisions across Washington. So far this year, District 6 has investigated 12 fatal collisions , which is 12 too many, especially when many of these tragedies are preventable. Troopers will be actively enforcing posted speed limits throughout the emphasis. Drivers are reminded to pay close attention to changing speed limits as they travel across the state. Troopers will also have zero tolerance for impaired driving. In addition, motorists should eliminate distractions and remain focused on the safe operation of their vehicles. The WSP’s primary goal is to ensure everyone arrives back at school safely. Motorists traveling to WSU can expect an increased WSP presence along State Route 26, Interstate 90 over Snoqualmie Pass , and through Ellensburg and Grant County . Whether you’re a first-year student or returning to campus, the start of the school year should be an exciting milestone, not one that ends Source: https://wsp.wa.gov/wsu-back-to-school-emphasis-patrols/”