MLPD investigating drive-by shooting on North Buell Drive
NANCE BESTON | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 1 year, 7 months AGO
The Moses Lake Police Department is asking for community assistance regarding the drive by shooting on North Buell Drive. T
JOEL MARTIN/COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Police Department responded to a drive-by shooting incident Sept. 8 at around 3:11 a.m. at the intersection of North Buell Drive and West Gary Street, according to an MLPD press release.
Upon arrival, officers found multiple spent casings and confirmed that both a residence and vehicle had been hit by gunfire; no injuries were reported.
A black or gray car was seen fleeing the scene after the incident. There have been no updates, according to MLPD Captain Jeff Sursely.
MLPD is asking residents of the neighborhood to review their surveillance footage for any signs of a dark-colored sedan passing through around the listed time, according to the MLPD press release. If residents see the vehicle, they are asked to call MLPD at 509-764-3887 and ask to speak to Detective Guerrero with reference case number 24ML13409.
ARTICLES BY NANCE BESTON
‘Show up’
Local leaders say community voices shape schools, cities and trust
WARDEN — When Warden Mayor Rosaelia Martinez looked out over the audience at the April 28 Warden City Council meeting, she didn’t see empty seats. She saw neighbors. “First of all, before we start, I want to say thank you to all those that came to the meeting tonight,” Martinez said. “I know we are all busy people, and I really appreciate your input. Your time is valuable and we appreciate you being here.” That message – that showing up matters – was echoed by city and school leaders across the Columbia Basin, many of whom say public participation directly shapes decision-making, transparency and long‑term planning.
Warden council bans kratom, considers parking regulations
WARDEN — Warden City Council passed a kratom ban and special event permit Tuesday night. It also discussed its comprehensive plan update and an ordinance for parking regulations. Around 17 residents were in attendance, a fairly large showing for a Warden council meeting. “First of all, before we start, I want to say thank you to all those that came to the meeting tonight,” Mayor Rosaelia Martinez said. “I know we are all busy people, and I really appreciate your input because it really validates what a lot of people are hoping to achieve in the city. Thank you. Your time is valuable and we appreciate you being here.”
Columbia Basin Hospital nominates Allred for board
EPHRATA — The Columbia Basin Hospital received one application for a vacant seat on the Board of Commissioners for Public Hospital District No. 3. Dr. Lowell Allred has applied for the role. He was officially nominated for the role at the April 28 board of commissioners meeting. “Public notice of this nomination shall occur between April 29 and May 14, to allow time for registered voters residing in the hospital district to also submit nominees for the vacant position,” said Chief Executive Officer Rosalinda Kibby.