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Police report two arrests in Hawk Fuel burglaries; prevention coalition urges youth programs
Summary
Chief Geates said two people were arrested in connection with recent burglaries at Hawk Fuel. Ryan Boldman of the Soap Lake Prevention Coalition asked the community to discuss consistent youth programs after juveniles were arrested for convenience-store burglary and cannabis-theft offenses.
Chief Geates reported to the council that "two individuals were arrested in relation to the recent burglaries at Hawk Fuel." He also said the police department recently reorganized its evidence processing room and is interviewing candidates to fill open positions.
During public comment, Ryan Boldman of the Soap Lake Prevention Coalition urged the community to pursue "positive and consistent programs in the Soap Lake area to attract juveniles and their families" after the arrests, which the transcript links to alleged thefts from a convenience store, including cannabis items. Boldman invited the public to join a community discussion to support alternatives for young people and to deter destructive behavior.
Raymond Gravelle separately raised concerns about wages paid to officers placed on administrative leave and pay for deputies covering shifts; the council did not take immediate action on those complaints during the meeting.
