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Sumner Police Chief Andy McCurdy provides an update on the July 28 arrest of a suspect in Marysville following a joint investigation involving the Sumner Police Department, Washington State Patrol, ...
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This morning, detectives from the Sumner Police Department Investigations Unit, working alongside the Washington State Patrol Missing and Exploited Children Task Force, served a search warrant at a residence in Marysville and arrested the suspect on a Pierce County Superior Court warrant. The suspect was taken into custody without incident and booked into the Pierce County Jail. The suspect faces charges of Rape in the Second Degree, Rape of a Child in the Third Degree, and Communication with a Minor for Immoral Purposes. The investigation alleges that the suspect used Snapchat to contact a 15-year-old girl before forcibly sexually assaulting her at her home in Sumner.
Investigations involving crimes against children often require specialized expertise, advanced digital investigative techniques, and close coordination between multiple agencies. This case highlights the importance of strong partnerships in identifying suspects, gathering evidence, and ensuring offenders are held accountable.
"No single agency has all of the resources or expertise needed to investigate every complex case involving the exploitation of children," said Sumner Police Chief Andy McCurdy. "This arrest is the result of outstanding collaboration between our detectives and our partners at the Washington State Patrol Missing and Exploited Children Task Force, the Pierce County Prosecutor's Office, and the Children's Advocacy Center. Together, we were able to leverage each agency's unique strengths to build a strong case while ensuring the victim received the care and support they deserve. These partnerships provide critical resources for our community and demonstrate our shared commitment to protecting children and pursuing justice."
The Sumner Police Department remains committed to protecting children, supporting victims of sexual violence, and working with our local, regional, and state partners to thoroughly investigate crimes against vulnerable members of our community. If you or someone you know may be the victim of sexual violence in Pierce County, we encourage you to contact the Rebuilding Hope Sexual Assault Center helpline at 1(800)757-7273.
As this case is now before the court, no additional details will be released at this time.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Ckkyk13C4Po
Investigations involving crimes against children often require specialized expertise, advanced digital investigative techniques, and close coordination between multiple agencies. This case highlights the importance of strong partnerships in identifying suspects, gathering evidence, and ensuring offenders are held accountable.
"No single agency has all of the resources or expertise needed to investigate every complex case involving the exploitation of children," said Sumner Police Chief Andy McCurdy. "This arrest is the result of outstanding collaboration between our detectives and our partners at the Washington State Patrol Missing and Exploited Children Task Force, the Pierce County Prosecutor's Office, and the Children's Advocacy Center. Together, we were able to leverage each agency's unique strengths to build a strong case while ensuring the victim received the care and support they deserve. These partnerships provide critical resources for our community and demonstrate our shared commitment to protecting children and pursuing justice."
The Sumner Police Department remains committed to protecting children, supporting victims of sexual violence, and working with our local, regional, and state partners to thoroughly investigate crimes against vulnerable members of our community. If you or someone you know may be the victim of sexual violence in Pierce County, we encourage you to contact the Rebuilding Hope Sexual Assault Center helpline at 1(800)757-7273.
As this case is now before the court, no additional details will be released at this time.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Ckkyk13C4Po
Looking to add a furry family member? Check out all the cute adoptable pets at Metro Animal Shelter!
Due to a recent increase in dogs being abandoned at parks throughout the City of Puyallup, our shelter has gone over capacity and we are in urgent need of adoptions. Every single kennel at our shelter is full, which means there is no room for any more dogs to come into our shelter -- so we need the help of our community and rescue partners!
If you have been thinking about helping rescue a pup in need, and have room in your heart and in your home, then now is the perfect time to visit the Metro Animal Shelter in Puyallup. We are conveniently located by the South Hill Mall, our customer service is outstanding, and our adoption process is designed to help you find a perfect match.
We are open Tuesday through Saturday from 11am to 4pm. Details on our adoption process can be found by visiting our website at: https://metroanimalservices.org/i-want.../adoption-process/
If you have been thinking about helping rescue a pup in need, and have room in your heart and in your home, then now is the perfect time to visit the Metro Animal Shelter in Puyallup. We are conveniently located by the South Hill Mall, our customer service is outstanding, and our adoption process is designed to help you find a perfect match.
We are open Tuesday through Saturday from 11am to 4pm. Details on our adoption process can be found by visiting our website at: https://metroanimalservices.org/i-want.../adoption-process/
Coffee with Carla Returns July 24
Have a question about the City of Sumner? Curious about the latest community news or upcoming projects?
Join Mayor Carla Bowman for Coffee with Carla on Friday, July 24, at noon at Van Lierop Garden Market, located at 1020 Ryan Avenue.
This is the final Coffee with Carla date of the summer, so stop by for a casual conversation, ask questions, and connect with the mayor over coffee.
Date: Friday, July 24
Time: Noon
Location: Van Lierop Garden Market, 1020 Ryan Avenue
Have a question about the City of Sumner? Curious about the latest community news or upcoming projects?
Join Mayor Carla Bowman for Coffee with Carla on Friday, July 24, at noon at Van Lierop Garden Market, located at 1020 Ryan Avenue.
This is the final Coffee with Carla date of the summer, so stop by for a casual conversation, ask questions, and connect with the mayor over coffee.
Date: Friday, July 24
Time: Noon
Location: Van Lierop Garden Market, 1020 Ryan Avenue
On Tuesday night, Chief McCurdy, Sergeant Boone, and Officers Miller and Patten attended a neighborhood BBQ and Block Watch meeting in the Katie Lane neighborhood. The event organizer sent the following message thanking all for their participation:
“Success! Despite the heat-57 attended with smiles, good food and an active sense of community. Many neighbors commented how they appreciated the Chief’s informal informative presentation. We loved seeing Sumner’s officers and hearing things from your perspective. Well done.”
Thank you to the Katie Lane neighborhood for organizing such a great event!
“Success! Despite the heat-57 attended with smiles, good food and an active sense of community. Many neighbors commented how they appreciated the Chief’s informal informative presentation. We loved seeing Sumner’s officers and hearing things from your perspective. Well done.”
Thank you to the Katie Lane neighborhood for organizing such a great event!
📣 Sumner, we want to hear from you!
What’s going well in our community? What needs more attention? Which projects and priorities should help guide Sumner over the next few years? 🏡🌳🚧
Whether you live in Sumner, work here, or simply enjoy visiting, your perspective matters. Take a few minutes to share your honest feedback through the City’s community survey.
🔒 Responses are completely confidential
💬 Everyone is invited to participate
📊 Feedback will help the City understand community priorities
Help shape what comes next for Sumner! 💙
👉 Take the survey now at sumnerwa.gov/survey (link also in bio)
#SumnerWA #CityOfSumner #CommunitySurvey #YourVoiceMatters #ShapeSumner #CommunityInput #LocalGovernment
What’s going well in our community? What needs more attention? Which projects and priorities should help guide Sumner over the next few years? 🏡🌳🚧
Whether you live in Sumner, work here, or simply enjoy visiting, your perspective matters. Take a few minutes to share your honest feedback through the City’s community survey.
🔒 Responses are completely confidential
💬 Everyone is invited to participate
📊 Feedback will help the City understand community priorities
Help shape what comes next for Sumner! 💙
👉 Take the survey now at sumnerwa.gov/survey (link also in bio)
#SumnerWA #CityOfSumner #CommunitySurvey #YourVoiceMatters #ShapeSumner #CommunityInput #LocalGovernment
