Crime
For information regarding local and national criminal news, see our latest news stories below.
Moses Lake man arrested in stabbing incident
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man was booked into the Grant County Jail on suspicion of first-degree assault – domesti…
One arrested after Highway 17 stop; detectives recover fentanyl, firearms
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Street Crimes Unit conducted a traffic stop on Highway 17 near Randolph Road and executed a search warrant Friday morning as part o…
One arrested for drive-by shooting in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — A drive-by shooting was reported to the Moses Lake Police Department Thursday morning at around 12:30 a.m. at West Gary Street and North Buell Str…
Sleep Diagnostic Center to close after doctor’s sentencing
MOSES LAKE — The Central Washington Sleep Diagnostic Center announced it will be closing its doors effective April 30. This includes locations in Moses Lake, S…
Grant Co. Jail roster for Apr. 8, 2026
This list shows current inmates from the Grant County law enforcement agencies who were arrested on April 7 and 8. Grant County inmates are housed at the Grant County Jail.
Man arrested after MLPD finds drugs, rifles and a 3D printer
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Police arrested Steven Johnston, 63, for possession of firearms and possession of narcotics, and are potentially pursuing charges relat…
Grant Co. Jail roster for Apr. 7, 2026
This list shows current inmates from the Grant County law enforcement agencies who were arrested on April 7. Grant County inmates are housed at the Grant County Jail.
Seven arrested in Othello sex trafficking investigation
OTHELLO — The Othello Police Department arrested seven men for involvement in prostitution following a two-day investigation last week. Othello Police Chief Aa…
Grant Co. Jail roster for Apr. 4, 2026
This list shows current inmates from the Grant County Sheriff’s Office who were arrested on April 1-3. Grant County inmates are housed at the Grant County Jail. All individuals listed are presumed innocent un…
Grant County Sheriff’s Office logs for March 25-28
The Grant County Sheriff’s Office provided the reports below. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Location is not provi…
Sheriffs warn new state law could harm public safety, decrease prosecution rate
(The Center Square) - Sheriffs and police chiefs across Washington state are turning off their agencies’ automatic license plate readers in response to a new l…
Quincy Police Department logs for March 24-30
The reports below were provided by the Quincy Police Department. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Soap Lake Council limits mayor’s authority
SOAP LAKE — Soap Lake City Council approved a slate of resolutions Wednesday night aimed at safeguarding city records, tightening financial controls and limiti…
Grant Co. jail roster for Mar. 31, 2026
This list shows current inmates from the Grant County Sheriff’s Office who were arrested the evening of March 30 or during the day March 31. Grant County inmates are housed at the Grant County Jail.
Moses Lake man convicted of multiple child sex abuse charges
MOSES LAKE — Billy Gene Pinson, 46, of Moses Lake has been sentenced to 35 years in prison after being convicted of multiple crimes associated with sexually ab…
Grant Co. jail rosters for Mar. 30, 2026
This list shows current inmates from the Grant County Sheriff’s Office, ordered by arrest date. Grant County inmates are housed at the Grant County Jail. All individuals listed are presumed innocent until prov…