Seattle, WA

Drug Dealer Arrested with Stolen Firearm in Downtown Seattle

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Seattle Police arrested a 25-year-old male for dealing suspected crack cocaine in the 200 block of Yesler Way. The suspect was observed near Prefontaine Place and ran from officers, but was caught after a brief foot pursuit. The suspect was found with narcotics and a stolen firearm and was booked into King County Jail for various violations.

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