Emergency blog from The University of Washington Bothell

Police search concluded near UW Bothell campus

Bothell police arrested one man and searched for two others after they abandoned a car around noon Thursday near the University of Washington Bothell. The University alerted people to stay away from the wetlands near I-405 and Beardslee Boulevard. Police believe the suspects fled and do not pose a threat. An all clear was issued around 1 p.m.

October 19, 2017

All clear

Updated: 1:12 p.m. The Bothell Police Department has cleared the search area. All clear.

October 19, 2017

Police activity update

Updated 12:43 p.m. Bothell Police are searching for two warrant suspects who left their car and fled on foot. They are searching in the vicinity of the wetland. A canine unit has been brought in to assist. The campus community should avoid the wetland, trail and conservatory until we issue an all-clear. UWBX continues to be on lock down.

October 19, 2017

Police Activity

There is police activity in the wetland (near Beardslee Blvd./405). Avoid the area. This includes the Sarah Simonds Green Conservatory and the trail. UWBX buildings are on lockdown. We will issue updates as available.

October 19, 2017