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Spokane Man Sentenced to Nearly 18 Years for Assault and Murder, Victims and Community Seek Healing

SPOKANE, Wash. — In a consequential court ruling, 27-year-old Martay Ellis received a combined prison sentence for assault and murder, which will see him incarcerated for nearly 18 years. This decision follows his guilty plea to a violent assault in downtown Spokane in 2021 and a separate murder charge in 2022. In September 2021, Ellis was captured on camera assaulting Tiffany Turner in a highly publicized incident in downtown Spokane. The attack led to his …

Priest attacked during prayer service

SPOKANE, WA – A Catholic priest was assaulted during a prayer service at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes in Spokane, Washington, causing a peaceful ceremony to descend into chaos. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening, during the second night of the Lourdes Novena for Healing, a prayer event dedicated to invoking the patron saint of healing. Rev. David Gaines, who serves as the parochial vicar at the cathedral, was attacked while praying alongside …

Spokane Homeowner Witnesses Terrifying Early Morning Assault; Captures Hammer and Knife Fight on Camera

Spokane, Wash. – A tense confrontation early Wednesday morning outside a Spokane residence involved two men armed with hammers attacking another man wielding a large knife. Elvir Donlic and his wife, awoken by the disturbance, witnessed the incident directly outside their front door and managed to capture it on their home security footage. According to Donlic, the attack was unexpected and frightening. “I was scared. I didn’t know what to do. All I could think …

Spokane Valley Resident Charged After Allegedly Violating Restraining Order in Violent Assault

Spokane Valley, WA — Authorities have apprehended a Spokane Valley man following a reported violent altercation that allegedly breached an existing restraining order. Officials stated that the incident took place early Tuesday morning, where the suspect, identified as 42-year-old Timothy Mortensen, is accused of inflicting severe injuries on a woman who previously received legal protection against him due to past incidents of domestic violence. The Spokane County Sheriff’s Office revealed that deputies responded to a …

Tragic Drowning in Spokane River: Community and First Responders Rally in Vain to Save Young Man

OTIS ORCHARDS, Wash. — An 18-year-old man lost his life in a presumed accidental drowning in the Spokane River, authorities confirmed on Thursday. The incident occurred near the intersection of North Starr Road and East River Road in Otis Orchards, a quiet community east of Spokane. Local authorities were alerted to the emergency around 1:40 p.m. on Wednesday when passersby observed a body drifting in the river. These quick-thinking individuals promptly extracted the young man …

Man Violently Assaulted and Car Stolen Near Spokane International Airport: Investigation Underway

Spokane, Washington – A violent assault took place near Spokane International Airport, leaving a man injured and his car stolen, as reported by the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office. The incident occurred in the vicinity of West 50th Avenue and South Grove Road, where the victim sought help from a deputy after his car was taken. Due to language barriers, details from the victim were limited, complicating the investigation. According to the victim, he had stopped …

Man violently assaulted and car stolen near Spokane International Airport

Spokane, Washington – A violent assault occurred near the Spokane International Airport, leaving a man injured and his car stolen. Unfortunately, the victim’s limited English proficiency hindered the authorities’ ability to gather detailed information about the incident. The Spokane County Sheriff’s Office reported that the attack took place in the vicinity of West 50th Avenue and South Grove Road. The victim recounted stopping at a gas station near South Hayford Road and US 2, where …

Man Arrested for Brutal Attack on Elderly Victim in Downtown Spokane

Spokane, Washington – Authorities have arrested a suspect in connection with a violent and unprovoked assault on an elderly male in downtown Spokane. The incident occurred on May 18th, and the Spokane Police Department responded to a report of an assault at 3rd and Monroe. The victim, an 83-year-old male, was attacked while putting mail in a mailbox, resulting in significant injuries to his arm and face. According to the victim’s account, a male individual …

Spokane man fatally shot by police in 2022 after allegedly pointing gun at officers, investigation reveals

Spokane, Washington – An investigation into a police shooting in Spokane in 2022 revealed that a man was shot after reportedly pointing a gun at officers. The incident occurred during a confrontation between the individual and law enforcement officers. The findings shed light on the circumstances surrounding the man’s death and the actions taken by the police in response to the situation. According to the investigation, the man involved in the incident was allegedly armed …

Spokane, WA Weather Forecast: Partially Cloudy with High of 76F Today

Spokane, WA – Residents of Spokane, Washington can expect partly cloudy skies today with a high of 76F and winds coming from the west-northwest at 5 to 10 mph. Tonight, the weather will remain partly cloudy with a low of 46F and winds shifting to the southwest at 10 to 15 mph. The current weather forecast for Spokane indicates a mix of sun and clouds throughout the day, providing residents with pleasant outdoor conditions. With …