DNA links man to stolen fire engine rampage that damaged vehicles, property in Everett

DNA evidence closes months-long investigation into stolen Everett Fire engine rampage

A suspect who allegedly stole an Everett Fire engine in July 2025 was identified through DNA on Wednesday after being on the loose for several months. Everett Police Department (EPD) property crime detectives referred charges to the Snohomish County Prosecutor’s Office after its investigation into the theft of the fire engine was completed, EPD announced. “Stealing a fire engine is not only unlawful – it puts our community and our first responde…

Alleged fire engine thief identified by Everett police

Police used DNA evidence left at the scene to identify the suspect already in a King County Jail.

DNA links man to stolen fire engine rampage that damaged vehicles, property in Everett

With the use of DNA, the Everett Police Department (EPD) identified a suspect in a fire engine theft last summer that caused chaos and left a trail of damage.EP

Everett Detectives identified suspect in fire engine theft via DNA

Everett Police property crimes detectives have completed their investigation into the July 2025 theft of an Everett Fire Department engine