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News and information from the Office of King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion.
King County, Washington
Joined January 2013
Late last month, @KCProsecutor shared her 2025 public safety legislative priorities. These bills will make investments in crime survivors, take steps to combat firearm violence, and strengthen accountability for perpetrators who prey on children.
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Today, @KCProsecutor charged a defendant with Murder In The First Degree and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm in the Second Degree related to a Nov. 21, 2024 homicide in Kent.
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Below are news stories featuring the work of @KCProsecutor from December 30 through February 6. Our office handles felony-level crimes — which are the more serious crimes committed in King County — while City Attorneys’ offices handle most misdemeanors.
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"Based on the criminal convictions of Bates, he faced a standard sentencing range of 24 to 34 years plus two years for deadly weapon enhancements [...] Prosecutors recommended the high-end sentence and the Judge agreed"
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This morning, @KCProsecutor Leesa Manion and @SeaCityAttorney Ann Davison sent a joint letter to @WAStateGov Ferguson and Washington legislators urging state leaders to prioritize crime survivor services this legislative session:
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Jan. 27-31 is #IDTheftWeek & @KCProsecutor is sharing info from our partners @FTC on steps you can take to protect yourself: ➡️Visit to report identity theft & get a personal recovery plan ➡️Learn more about identity theft at
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Happy #LunarNewYear from the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office! 🐍✨Today marks the beginning of the #YearoftheSnake, symbolizing resilience, transformations & new beginnings. Wishing all those celebrating a year filled with prosperity, joy, and good health!
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In December, we filed 55 cases based on law enforcement referrals in which firearms were involved. Over the past 5 months, King County Prosecutors filed 63 cases involving a firearm on avg each month (66 in August, 70 in September, 67 in October, & 60 in November).
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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion released the following statement after Jeffrey Nelson, an Auburn Police Officer, was sentenced today for killing Jesse Sarey in 2019: Full update and Q&A are available at
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“I’m grateful to the members of our team who worked hard to bring the three individuals responsible for this murder to justice. I also deeply appreciate @KirklandWAPD for their excellent investigatory work & strong partnership throughout this case.” — @KCProsecutor Leesa Manion
The final suspect in the 2020 Houghton Beach Park murder case has been sentenced to 196 months in prison, concluding a thorough investigation by the Kirkland Police Department. Read more:
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RT @KirklandWAPD: The final suspect in the 2020 Houghton Beach Park murder case has been sentenced to 196 months in prison, concluding a th…
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December 2024 marks the 36th year of @KCProsecutor's Protection Order Advocacy Program, which has helped 150,000+ King County residents obtain court-ordered protections since it's been in existence. Learn more:
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Below are news stories featuring the work of @KCProsecutor from November 21 through December 30. Our office handles felony-level crimes — which are the more serious crimes committed in King County — while City Attorneys’ offices handle most misdemeanors.
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In the month of November, our office filed 60 cases based on law enforcement referrals in which firearms were involved. These include cases such as murder, robbery, and assault. Details:
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Defendants are innocent until proven guilty. More information:
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