Assaults and thefts kept police busy yesterday, with Downtown and Meridian seeing the most activity.
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Yesterday kept Bellingham PD on its toes, with a mix of disturbances and investigations across our neighborhoods. Downtown and Meridian saw a higher concentration of incidents, reflecting the usual weekend bustle.
At a Glance
Yesterday, officers responded to 24 incidents. The majority, nearly 71%, were classified as non-violent.
Downtown saw the highest concentration of incidents. Meridian, King Mountain, and Roosevelt also experienced notable activity.
Category Breakdown
Theft, malicious incidents, and assaults each accounted for 20.8% of the calls yesterday. This three-way tie underscores the variety of challenges facing our community.
Investigation and welfare checks tied at 12.5%, indicating ongoing needs for both proactive policing and social services in Bellingham.
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Timeline Analysis
Yesterday's activity peaked around midday. The hours between 12 PM and 1 PM were the busiest for police, with a total of 4 incidents.
A broader window between 12 PM and 2 PM saw a total of 7 incidents, suggesting that the lunch hour and early afternoon brought the most calls for service.
Intel Briefs
Downtown After Dark
Be especially mindful of your surroundings downtown late at night. Several incidents, including a weapons violation on the 1200 Block of Railroad Ave, occurred after midnight.
Meridian Corridor Concerns
The 4400 Block of Meridian St saw multiple theft reports yesterday. Businesses and residents should review security measures.
Squalicum Parkway Hotspot
The 2900 Block of Squalicum Pkwy was the site of both a felony assault and a disorderly conduct arrest. Increased vigilance may be warranted.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's in the "Other" category?
The "Other" category includes 3 incidents that don't fit into our main categories. Here's the breakdown:
Where does this data come from?
All incident data is sourced directly from the official Bellingham Police Department Daily Activity Log. We aggregate and analyze this public information to provide community insights. Our data is updated daily and reflects only what the department publicly reports.