Thanks to Mary M. (Ed note: Although the note is about 6/11, it applies to any local protest March including this weekend’s No King event.)
Please see the notice below from the East Precinct’s Crime Prevention
Coordinator.
Planned rally this evening at Cal Anderson Park (with possible march through First Hill and Downtown)Upcoming ActivityA rally is planned tonight (6/11) to begin at Cal Anderson Park at 7:00 pm.There may be a march associated with this rally that may travel through either Capitol Hill and First Hill and return to Cal Anderson Park, or begin in Capitol Hill and travel to the Federal Building/Federal Courthouse in Downtown.
It is likely unaffiliated small groups intent on committing violence and/or property damage will attempt to embed themselves un this rally.Be aware of potential no-notice lane closures. A march and rally are planned this Saturday (6/14) beginning at Cal Anderson Park and marching to the Seattle Center beginning at 12:00 pm.Be aware of potential no-notice lane closures.
Suggested Action: Bring in garbage cans and small items from sidewalks and alleyways.Lock and secure dumpsters. Report property damage and crime to the contact information below. Reporting Property Damage and CrimeAny real-time reports or property damage or violence need to be called in to 9-1-1.
SPD states it is essential they are logged and queued, in case of escalated behavior and for documentation purposes. 9-1-1 communicates with each precinct from a dedicated dispatch person who relays all information coming into the call center.
For follow-up questions or concerns after any related incident that is not time sensitive, you may email Joseph Elenbaas (contact info below).
Joseph Elenbaas (he/him) #8174
Crime Prevention Coordinator
Seattle Police Department | East Precinct
C: 206-247-2831 P: 206-684-5