Monday's steady flow: 37 calls across Lettered Streets & Cornwall
Happy Tuesday, Bellingham!
Yesterday brought a steady rhythm of activity to Bellingham, with 37 incidents keeping officers busy from the Lettered Streets to Cornwall Park. The day unfolded with a familiar Monday pattern—administrative matters mixing with retail concerns and welfare checks. Most notably, the evening hours between 6 PM and 8 PM saw heightened activity, particularly around Meridian Street and the Cornwall area.
At a Glance
With nearly 90% of yesterday's incidents non-violent, Bellingham experienced a manageable Monday focused on property crimes and administrative matters. The concentration in established commercial areas—Lettered Streets and Cornwall Park combined for over half of all calls—shows where both legitimate business and opportunistic behavior intersect.
As we move through Tuesday, expect continued focus on the Meridian corridor and downtown core during business hours. Tonight's forecast suggests similar patterns to yesterday's late evening, so those traveling through the Lettered Streets after 10 PM should remain aware but not alarmed.
Category Breakdown
The mix of incidents yesterday reflects typical Monday administrative catch-up, with warrant arrests and court order violations leading the "Other" category. Malicious incidents—mostly trespass issues and interpersonal disputes—made up about a quarter of calls, suggesting merchants and property managers were active in addressing weekend accumulation.
The Lettered Streets saw much of the administrative activity with multiple warrant arrests at Grand Avenue, while Cornwall Park's retail corridor dealt with theft reports and a notable early-morning burglary at Bellis Fair Parkway. The welfare checks scattered across town from Sunnyland to Fairhaven remind us that mental health needs don't follow business hours.
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Timeline Analysis
Yesterday's timeline showed a classic workday build with an evening surge.
The morning started quietly until 8 AM, then activity picked up steadily through the lunch hours between 11 AM and noon. The real spike came at 6 PM when four incidents hit simultaneously, including trouble calls on Cornwall Avenue and a DUI arrest on Meridian Street. Late evening remained active with three more incidents between 11 PM and midnight, including that warrant arrest on West Holly Street.
Intel Briefs
Evening Commute Awareness
Yesterday's 6-8 PM surge along Meridian and Cornwall suggests heightened activity during today's evening rush. Give yourself extra time and stay alert in retail parking areas.
Downtown Business Security
With multiple trespass incidents yesterday in the Lettered Streets, particularly around Cornwall Avenue, businesses should review their morning opening procedures and maintain clear sight lines.
Late Night Travel Tips
Last night saw continued activity past 11 PM in the Holly Street area. If you're out late tonight, stick to well-lit routes and trust your instincts about situations that feel off.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's in the "Other" category?
The "Other" category includes 14 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.