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Official Washington State Patrol District 2 Public Information Officer for King County.

Headquarters - Bellevue, WA
Joined March 2009
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
I am on scene of the incident on I-5 and Olive way. A vehicle drove through the closure and struck multiple pedestrians on the freeway. Two people were transported to Harborview. One with life threatening injuries and one with serious injuries.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
Here are two pictures of the suspect vehicle that struck two protesters on I-5 this morning. Investigation into motive and point of entry in to I-5 are still under investigation.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
The vehicle has been stopped and the driver is in custody. Troopers are investigating at this time. The SB lanes of I-5 will continue to be close for a while.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
6 years
It is with great sadness and a heavy heart to share that Trooper Renee Padgett passed away this morning at the age of 50 with 27 years with the WSP. Renee fought a tough battle with cancer for 6 and a half years. She spent her whole career in King County. #YouAreMissed
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 years
SB 405 near Coal Creek. #DoesNotCount for HOV. #GottaBeAlive .
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
This gorgeous eagle was found by a ⁦ @wastatepatrol ⁩ trooper SB I-5 today near the West Seattle Freeway. Alive and at PAWS Lynnwood for treatment !! #PAWS is awesome!!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
8 months
So…NB 405 to NE 85th is closed this weekend for construction. This driver went around the cones designating the closure and ended up like this. No impairment and no injuries. Driver explained they “forgot” it was closed.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 years
WSP trooper intervenes to save a life!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 months
Um. Huh?? This was a stop yesterday by an @wastatepatrol trooper on SR 509 for no seatbelt and expired tabs. #LawnChair not ok or legal.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
6 years
In my nearly 28 years I have seen some things. This left me #Speechless This occurred on SR 167 near 180th. No injuries!!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
5 months
This is a first for me and all @wastatepatrol troopers involved. 4 Zebras that were being transported got loose when the driver stopped to secure the trailer EB 90 to exit 32. The community has come together to help. One cornered, 3 outstanding. Crazy!!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
5 years
#PokemonDistraction Sergeant Kyle Smith contacted a vehicle on the shoulder yesterday evening. This is what was next to the driver! Playing #PokemonGO with EIGHT (8) phones! Driver agreed to put phones in back seat and continued his commute with 8 less distractions.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
10 months
This driver had chains that were too small and used a USB cord to “remedy” the issue. Not acceptable. Ticketed for not carrying proper chains.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
6 years
#CoolStory . 8 @wastatepatrol troopers transported these kids to SeaTac airport today after their bus became disabled. They made their flight!!!!! #AwesomeJob by these troopers! 👮‍♂️👏
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Trooper Rick Johnson
6 years
#ThrowbackThursday This is a pic of my first patrol car. '88 Chevy Caprice. #NoABS
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 years
So…..this ⁦ @wastatepatrol ⁩ trooper in King County is going #wading in his uniform to clear a drain to keep the roadway open! #AboveAndBeyond
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Trooper Rick Johnson
8 years
WSP Motorcycle Trooper Greg Ulrich stopped a vehicle this morning NB 167 in Auburn for violating the HOV lane. Do you know why ?
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Trooper Rick Johnson
2 years
SR 900 rock thrower arrested!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
7 months
Multiple agencies from around the country preparing to honor @wastatepatrol Trooper Christopher Gadd. #GoneButNotForgotten .
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Trooper Rick Johnson
6 years
So...this is proof that we at the WSP have fun messing with each other. (Safely of course). I happened to notice this AFTER I arrived home today!! Please let me know if anyone saw this. Funny for the suspect which I will find!! #StudentDriver . #YouWillBeFound . #KnowWhoYouAre
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
#Update . @wastatepatrol troopers have arrested 9 drivers for blocking the freeway and are in the process of impounding 9 cars. The freeway will be opening in approximately 15 minutes.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
1 year
This was from an HOV stop NB 405 near SR 900 yesterday by an @wastatepatrol trooper. #Reminder that the HOV law still requires the passenger to be #human . #DoesNotCount .
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Trooper Rick Johnson
5 years
King County Troopers were able to locate the vehicle from today’s amber alert shortly after the alert was dispatched. Troopers stopped the vehicle in Federal Way, and safely rescued the child from the alert!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
8 months
Just a bit ago an ⁦ @wastatepatrol ⁩ trooper stopped this NB 405 near NE 6th in the HOV. Trooper recognized this to be #NotHuman and made a traffic stop. The driver spent time covering prior to stopping. At least a seatbelt was used! #StillDoesNotCount
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 months
#AnotherDummy SB 405 near I-90 ! The human driver explained he had been using this for a long time due to carpooling being so screwed up. The @wastatepatrol district 2 motorcycle crew addressed this dummy.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
5 months
@wastatepatrol ⁩ motorcycle trooper Dresher stopped this HOV violator SB I-5 near 185th. The trooper stated it was pretty clear the passenger was not real. This apparently is an Advanced Cardiac Life Support dummy. #StillDoesNotCount .
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Trooper Rick Johnson
2 years
#TrafficAlert for tomorrow evening and Friday in the Seattle metropolitan area. Expect intermittent heavy congestion due to temporary closures of the freeway system due to a Presidential visit.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
6 months
Yesterday afternoon and evening 3 ⁦ @wastatepatrol ⁩ motorcycle units along with the District Commander conducted an HOV emphasis on SR 520. 84 vehicles were stopped for HOV violations. HOV is the #1 complaint the ⁦ @wastatepatrol ⁩ receives in #KingCounty .
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Trooper Rick Johnson
2 years
I’m the past 35 hours 4 @wastatepatrol patrol cars have been struck while they were at collision scenes with emergency equipment activated. Remember the #MoveOverLaw . #SlowDown . Troopers want to get home to their families!!!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 years
#HappyFriday . The ⁦ @wastatepatrol ⁩ Enumclaw Detachment sergeant sent me this picture from this mornings #Enumclaw sunrise. #Gorgeous .
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Trooper Rick Johnson
5 years
#HugeThanks to the #Connector bus that remained at the scene to provide warmth for all involved ! #Awesome .
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Trooper Rick Johnson
2 years
Thanks to @wsdot for @clearing these icicles under the convention center over I-5 this morning to keep travelers safe!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
6 years
Approaching the top of #SnoqualmiePass with the convoy.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
6 years
#PigTransport . In my 27+ years I can’t say this has happened. At our King County HQ a citizen walking their pig from their car service at a dealer nearby had a pig (Wiley) that refused to walk any further. LT Buettner kindly transported them back to the dealership!!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
2 years
#Update the missing individual from this mornings collision on the Ship Canal Bridge has been located. The individual was recovered from the waters under the bridge and I am extremely saddened report the the individual did not survive the collision. RA
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
This is a video sent to one of our troopers in reference to the collision on February 17th that @RentonpdWA handled. The end of the clip shows debris coming onto the freeway. This occurred NB 405 just north of 44th in #Renton .
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
#TroopersDidNotDoThis WB 90 at MP32 the hitch broke and this is where it came to rest. Trooper Klukas tells me no donuts were injuried!! #CopHumor . Send me you captions!!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
7 years
#EagleIsAlive . Trooper rescued this eagle this morning EB 520 midspan. Struck by a vehicle. Taken to PAWS who said the eagle very alive!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
I had to push out one more pic thanks to Sgt Glover. Trooper Gagley is NOT small and this will give you an idea of how big this magnificent bird is. Seemed to know help was needed even with the #AngryFace .
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
#Breaking WB I-90 closed at MP 38. There is a total of 15 collisions three of which are rollovers with unknown injuries. One trooper's vehicle was hit twice and another once. Please #SlowDown .
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 years
Arrest made for throwing debris onto I-90!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 years
#FirstTime in my 30 years we had a short golf cart pursuit. Female in distress tried to get on SR 167 the wrong way and a @wastatepatrol trooper used a PIT maneuver to prevent her from entering the freeway. She was taken to the hospital for an involuntary evaluation. 1/2
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
This is EB 90 at MP 38. No injuries. This is going to sound like a #BrokenRecord but #SlowDown #Please
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Trooper Rick Johnson
5 years
This falls under the category of #DoesNotCount . Trooper Brock contacted this vehicle for speed and HOV NB I-5 near 320th. Even if you have a favorite stuffed animal it doesn't count as a passenger for the HOV!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
5 months
It’s a gorgeous weekend so far! Make sure you get to where you’re headed to safely by not speeding. Trooper Dennis stopped someone going 103mph in a 70mph zone on I90 in North Bend.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
6 years
#Reminder . You must clear the snow off your vehicle before navigating the roads. This is very important as it can cause damage and potential collisions for those traveling behind you. It is the law not to allow any debris to escape from your vehicle.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 years
Another suspect arrested for throwing rocks!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
6 years
Thank you to all our brothers and sisters that put their lives on the line each day! #NationalLawEnforcementAppreciationDay . And....Thanks to all the #K9s for what they do too!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
5 years
#Alarming . @wastatepatrol Trooper Gold arrested Mitchell Campbell from Tacoma for investigation of DUI today just before 4pm SB 405 just north of 520. He has 7 prior DUIs, 2 in the last 10 years. $75k warrant for DUI from Pierce County. Now in King County Jail. #GreatJobTroop
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 months
An ⁦ @wastatepatrol ⁩ trooper tried to stop this bike SB 167 near 15th SW. motorcycle fled and wsp aircraft followed. It reached a speed of 141mph and finally stopped for gas wheee the rider was arrested for Felony Eluding. #EyeInTheSky
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Trooper Rick Johnson
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Trooper Rick Johnson
1 year
#HeadsUp Vice President Kamala Harris' trip to Seattle will have an impact on travel throughout the Puget Sound region. Travelers can expect delays and some detours in Seattle over the coming days.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
12 arrested after blocking I-5.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 years
Last Friday we honored Trooper Tuggle after his 38+ year career. Such a humble person. We wish him well in retirement. There could not be a nicer human being. We are blessed to know you!!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 years
@TracyTTraffic There was a vehicle fire in the tunnel. We are on scene now. All occupants got out. Now it is clean up.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
7 years
#Pigs in the median EB 90 MP 32. Real pigs not #Troopers !!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 years
This morning between 7a and 11a four @wastatepatrol motorcycle units conducted an HOV emphasis NB I-5 between MP 138 and MP 142. Below is what they accomplished!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 years
Getting ready for the procession to honor ⁦ @PierceSheriff ⁩ deputy Calata. #GoneButNotForgotten
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Trooper Rick Johnson
5 months
#Arrested . This driver fled from a trooper and was followed by @wastatepatrol aircraft reaching triple digit speeds. Tracked to a parking lot where troopers were guided to and an arrest was made. This was on SR 167. #EyeInTheSky .
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Trooper Rick Johnson
5 years
#mannequin Trooper Dresher stopped this driver for HOV violation SB I-5 near 175th today. The passenger didn't want to say anything. At least the seatbelt was on! #NoCheatin #BuckleUp
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Trooper Rick Johnson
7 years
Some nice people and troopers rescued these baby ducks from 167 tonight! We'll be helping them get to safety! CV
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 years
As promised by @wastatepatrol Captain Mead today at the press conference, here are pictures from the collision involving Richard Sherman early this morning.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
I-5 is being closer between I-90 and SR 520 due to protests.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 months
#Info on scene NB I-5 south of Fed Way scales. 4 individuals in a black BMW. Male driver deceased from a stab wound. Another male transported with multiple gunshot wounds. Third male transported with stab wounds. Female transported with stab wounds. Still gathering info.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 years
Getting ready to honor @SPD Officer Harris with a procession to ⁦ @TMobilePark ⁩. #GoneButNotForgotten .
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Trooper Rick Johnson
8 months
#TurnYourTriangles . When you break down make sure you have your triangles facing the right way! This was EB 90 near MP 51.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
2 years
Today there were 12 boaters arrested for suspicion of Boating Under The Influence.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
Troopers pursued and caught a fleeing vehicle after attempting to stop it for speed on I-5 in Kent this morning. Suspect was arrested on multiple charges. Afterwards troopers located this puppy inside of the vehicle, unharmed, and are taking care of it until it’s release.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
6 years
I-90 shit down ! Will reopen at 2:45! @BlueAngels will be up soon!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
1 month
This is from the collision this morning on NB I-5 near S. 188th.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
5 months
Three out of four wrangled !
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Trooper Rick Johnson
6 years
Here are some pics from the top of Snoqualmie Pass. @wastatepatrol troopers, @wsdot , @SnoqualmiePass and @SnoqualmieFire assisted over 250 vehicles who were trapped at the summit to safety. Great teamwork and great job by all involved !
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Trooper Rick Johnson
2 years
#Rosie somehow made her way from Beacon Hill area to I-5 near Albro last night around 9pm where @wastatepatrol Trooper Fanning was able to #detain her and with the help of a kind citizen she was reunited with her owner. #WanderingRosie is safe at home!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
So...this trooper got a bit cold working this weekend. Trooper King’s wife Megan assured me she and her kids will take care of this #SnowTrooper .
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 years
I am on the way to the incident on EB I-90 near Rainier. Sounds like there was another rock throwing incident with three victims. I will have more details when I arrive.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 years
@wastatepatrol ⁩ honored fallen trooper Thorsvig who does October 26, 1926 in the line of duty. Trooper Thorsvig died from injuries sustained in a patrol motorcycle collision on the Bothell Seattle highway. “When we say we will never forget, WE WILL NEVER FORGET !!”
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
#AwesomeMorning . About 18 days ago this young Osprey was found injured at the base of a radio tower at our HQ office in Bellevue where it nested. #PAWS rehabilitated a head injury and this morning the release was successful from the roof of the office! #OspreySaved
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Trooper Rick Johnson
9 months
@wastatepatrol 2/2 The driver of the vehicle was taken into custody for suspected impairment. Thankfully no injuries to the suspect or the trooper. Awesome job by the trooper putting himself in danger to prevent a tragedy!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
5 years
Troopers continue to stop motorists driving through this collision scene while on their cell phones!!!! PUT DOWN THE CELL PHONES PLEASE!! #expensive $136.00 minimum fine.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
So.....no chains as required this morning! ⁦ @wastatepatrol ⁩ troopers had to push the car to get it unstuck. #NotSoSmartCar .
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Trooper Rick Johnson
6 years
King County troopers have arrested 31 people for DUI from yesterday into this morning. WSP is increasing DUI patrols through the holidays to do our part in keeping our roadways safe for everyone! Great work Troopers!!!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
This Tesla was involved in a road rage incident I-90 and 148th this evening. This was the aggressor and alcohol was involved. Thankfully no serious injuries.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
6 years
Staging is in progress for the procession to honor @KCSheriffOffice Deputy Ryan Thompson. #GoneButNotForgotten
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
#SlowDown . This was SB 405 at 116th Trooper Dresher addressed this this morning.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
Road Rage shooting suspect arrested!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
10 months
So.. this is WB 90 at MP 49. All wheel drive is great but you still need to have the proper traction tires or you will get stuck. #KnowBeforeYouGo !!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
Last Friday on December 11th the @wastatepatrol motorcycle detachment conducted an #HOV emphasis SB 405 between NE 6th and I-90 from 2p to 4p. A total of 84 HOV infractions were issued! This is one of the biggest complaints that the @wastatepatrol receives. Great job!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
2 years
This HOV violator was contacted by an ⁦ @wastatepatrol ⁩ motorcycle trooper SB I-5 near the KIng/Snohomish county line. This ended up being constructed with a duffel bag and a lot of blankets. Apparently no excuse provided. #DufflesDoNotCount
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Trooper Rick Johnson
9 months
Just before 2am, a @wastatepatrol trooper was traveling WB I-90 at I-405 when he observed a wrong way vehicle. He activated all his lights but the vehicle continued at 15mph and struck the front of the patrol vehicle. 1/2
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Trooper Rick Johnson
8 months
This is the section of SR 410 between Mud Mountain Rd and Crystal. This vehicle was traveling 65mph in a 55mph zone even in the snowy conditions. Another was given a Neg Driving ticket for passing a snow plow near a curve! Slow down and respect the plows!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
3 months
This #Passenger was riding in a car traveling in the HOV at 80mph in a 60. The driver said this is her training aid and the reason it was positioned this way was to properly dry the hair. She received an infraction for speeding at HOV. This was SB 5 near S.272nd.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
2 years
This was SB I-5 near 85th this morning. Driver fled when a trooper tried to stop them. Trooper did not pursue. It didn’t take long for this to happen. Driver tried to flee on foot but gave up when troopers arrived.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
6 years
Law enforcement officers from around the country are gathering to honor Officer Moreno this morning. Please continue to send your thoughts and prayers to his family, friends, and brothers and sisters in blue.
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
Great picture capturing peaceful dialog between ⁦ @wastatepatrol ⁩ and a young man at the barricade. 1st Amendment fully supported!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
9 months
#Citation for not chaining up! Near the top of the pass is not where chain requirements start!
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Trooper Rick Johnson
2 years
Dodge Challenger was reported as driving erratically EB 90 passing Preston exit MP 22. The vehicle stopped in the lanes EB 90 near SR 18 and exited the vehicle with a shotgun and handgun and fired into the median. Both directions of I-90 were closed. 1/2
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Trooper Rick Johnson
4 years
This is NE 70th to SB I-405. Notice the #SnowBurm from lanes being plowed. DO NOT try and cross these. There has been numerous spin outs all over the region due to drivers doing just that. #StayHome
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