Thursday's midday-to-evening spread across 23 incidents
Happy Friday, Bellingham!
Yesterday brought a steady stream of activity from morning through evening, with 23 incidents keeping officers busy across town. The Lettered Streets saw the most action with seven calls, while Cornwall Park followed with five. It's the kind of Thursday that reminds us why our first responders earn their weekend.
At a Glance
With malicious incidents leading the count but non-violent calls making up over four-fifths of the day, yesterday reflected typical autumn tensions without serious escalation. The geographic spread from Birchwood to Edgemoor meant patrol units covered considerable ground.
As we head into Friday evening and the weekend, expect similar patterns around retail corridors and entertainment districts. The steady Thursday suggests resources are well-positioned for whatever tonight brings.
Category Breakdown
Malicious incidents topped yesterday's list with five calls, mostly involving interpersonal conflicts and property damage like graffiti. The mix of welfare checks, investigations, and administrative work shows our officers wearing many hats—from social workers to detectives to paper servers.
The Lettered Streets handled everything from warrant arrests to DUI stops, while Cornwall Park dealt with retail troubles near Bellis Fair and welfare concerns. Downtown's midday narcotics arrest and afternoon paper service reflect the area's role as both a commercial hub and administrative center.
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Timeline Analysis
Yesterday's activity spread evenly from dawn to dusk, avoiding any dramatic spikes.
The 10 AM hour saw the most concentration with three incidents, followed by steady pairs of calls through the afternoon and evening hours. From 7 AM's warrant arrest on Grand Avenue to 9 PM's behavioral health call on Nevada Street, officers maintained a consistent presence without the usual rush-hour surge.
Intel Briefs
Bellis Fair Area Activity
Yesterday saw multiple incidents near Bellis Fair Parkway between 6 and 8 PM, including graffiti and interpersonal conflicts. Weekend shoppers should remain aware of their surroundings in parking areas.
Midday Downtown Presence
The noon to 2 PM window brought narcotics and traffic enforcement to the Lettered Streets area. Lunch-hour visitors can expect continued police visibility today.
Behavioral Health Resources
Three welfare checks yesterday remind us that mental health support remains crucial. If you see someone in distress, calling for help connects them with appropriate resources rather than leaving them to struggle alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's in the "Other" category?
The "Other" category includes 7 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.