~ On January 16, 2025, an adult male was arrested by the Tacoma Police Department following an extensive investigation into a series of robberies targeting elderly women. The suspect, whose identity has not been released, was taken into custody after multiple reports were received from elderly women who had been approached and robbed of cash and purses.

According to the police, once detectives identified a possible suspect, they intensified their investigative efforts, including surveillance. This led to the development of probable cause for an arrest. On the day of the arrest, detectives from the Tacoma Police Special Investigations Unit followed the suspect to the area of 121st Street and Meridian.

As officers moved in to make an arrest, the suspect put on a balaclava and armed himself with a firearm. It appeared that he was preparing to continue his crime spree. However, officers quickly surrounded him and he attempted to flee by ramming police vehicles with a stolen vehicle he was driving. The officers acted swiftly and safely took the suspect into custody.

The adult male has been booked into Pierce County Jail and is facing a total of 47 charges including four counts of Robbery in the Second Degree, six counts of Malicious Mischief in the Third Degree, twenty-five counts of Identity Theft in the Second Degree, two counts of Attempting to Elude a Pursuing Police Vehicle, two counts of Assault in the Second Degree, two counts of Reckless Driving, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm 1st Degree, Possession of a Stolen Firearm, Unlawful Possession of a Stolen Vehicle, Theft in the Third Degree, Resisting Arrest and Making or Possessing Motor Vehicle Theft Tools. The investigation is ongoing and additional charges may be added.

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During their investigation, detectives recovered unclaimed property believed to be connected to these crimes. The Tacoma Police Department is urging anyone who believes they may be a victim or who can identify property taken during a crime to contact them at 253-830-6576. Detectives are working diligently to reunite the recovered property with its rightful owners.

In light of these recent events, the Tacoma Police Department is reminding community members, especially older adults, to remain aware of their surroundings and trust their instincts. They advise individuals to seek help immediately if approached by someone who makes them feel uncomfortable or attempts to distract, pressure, or isolate them. It is also recommended to avoid carrying large amounts of cash, keep purses and wallets secure, and consider traveling with a companion when possible.

The Tacoma Police Department is committed to keeping the community safe and will continue to work tirelessly to bring justice for the victims of these crimes. They urge anyone with information related to this case to come forward and assist in the investigation.

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