TAKE ME HOME Take Me Home is for caregivers of children OR adults with cognitive issues who sometimes leave home on their own. It can be a lifesaver when time matters. Check it out to see if this works for your family. Kent PD Take Me Home website/registration: kentwa.gov/dep.../police-dep…

BIG COUNTRY This weekend KPD Sergeant Levi was on a call when he ran into Big Country. If you are not acquainted, @IVMBigCountry is from our neighboring Tacoma, and is currently competing on The Voice. He asked if Sgt. Levi wanted a photo-who wouldn't? Good luck Big Country. We are rooting for you! #KentisBigCountry

BOY SCOUTS AND BICYCLE TIRES Officer Hamilton had his hands full last evening at Scout night, helping kids learn how to change bicycle tires. His co-worker told us he must handled 100 tires, but his audience did not seem at all bored. Thank you for inviting us! #kentpdway

KENT POLICE DETECTIVES INVESTIGATING FATAL SHOOTING ON KENT’S WEST HILL Kent Police Tip Line: 253-856-5808 Email: [email protected] If your tip is urgent, CALL 911 Media Contact Assistant Chief Jarod Kasner [email protected]

POLICE INVESTIGATION ROAD CLOSURE S 272nd S 272nd at the I5 overpass is closed both directions until further notice. Kent Police are conducting an investigation into a fatal shooting at that location. Please avoid the area

Kent Police Traffic Unit investigating fatal west hill collision. Media Contact Assistant Chief Jarod Kasner [email protected]

KENT POLICE INVESTIGATING TRAIN INVOLVED FATALITY ON BNSF TRACKS Media Contact Assistant Chief Jarod Kasner [email protected]

Did you know that if you are deaf or HH, you can contact 911 by text? IF YOU CAN CALL, DON'T TEXT. Don't tie up the text option for someone who needs it 9-1-1 call centers in all King County cities & unincorporated areas can accept texts from those who are unable to call during an emergency. Include: location of the emergency Help needed-Police/Fire/Medical Do Not use abbreviations & do not send photos or videos For more information about Valley Com: valleycom.org/public-educati…

☕ Come join us this morning for Coffee with the Chief! 📍 Woods Coffee 15610 SE 272nd St. B101 ⌚ 8 a.m - 9:30 a.m

Kent police investigating West Hill homicide

PATRIOT DAY Today we remember the many innocent civilians who perished on 9/11 twenty five years ago, and the hundreds of selfless public servants who ran towards danger and died while trying to save them. We honor our fallen and remind their friends and family that we will never forget. #neverforget #wtc Infor about 9-11 fallen Officers: odmp.org/.../september-11-te… How Patriot Day was named: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrio…

HAPPY LABOR DAY KPD wishes you a relaxing day off with your family and friends today. If you're imbibing while you celebrate, please remember to designate a sober driver or call a ride. To all of you who are working today, we get it. Thank you for your service.

WEAR IT Many of you are gathering w/friends & family around water this weekend. Awesome! Keep it safe. Drive sober, boat sober & EVERYONE wear a life vest. We know you're a good swimmer, but accidents happen. WEAR IT *dogs drown too. Consider Fido's skills and consider a K9 life vest

SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH If you’re struggling and don’t think you can manage another day on your own, there is help for you. Local Crisis Hotline: 1-866-427-4747 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988 Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a volunteer Crisis Counselor-It is free 24/7 CALL 911 If you are in danger of hurting yourself or someone else

NATIONAL DOG MONTH We want to wrap up August with a nod to all the Kent PD K9s who have served our city since the 1960s. They help patrol at night while our residents sleep, attend school assemblies, community gatherings & retirement homes, protect their handlers & co-workers, & then go home to their families for a warm bed & snuggles.

NO HOT DOGS & CHECK FOR BABY We are still in the season of warm weather. You're doing well this year Kent, keep it up! No pets in warm cars and always check for kiddos in the seats before you step out. #kentpdway #KPDNoHotDogs #checkforbaby

BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY & BUS PROTOCOLS It is ‘back to school’ season in Kent. Please take a moment to consider the role everyone in our community plays to keep our Kent kids safe to and from their classrooms. DRIVERS Please be aware of the children coming and going as they walk, board or bike to school. This is especially true near neighborhoods, school zones, crosswalks, and bus stops. Take the extra second to ensure an eager child isn’t about to dart out in front of you. Kids get excited and make poor decisions in moment. Be a vigilant driver. Obey the stop signs on school buses. They are designed to keep our children safe. PARENTS Now is the time to have that talk with your children and teens about traffic safety. Show them where and how to walk, wait and cross. Discuss how tough it can be for a driver to see them, especially in inclement weather. Tell them no phones or other distractions while crossing the street. Everyone else? Be aware of your surroundings, don’t walk/ride/drive distracted. #KentPDway #WeAreKent #KentBusSafety