Grant County Sheriff's Office - WA

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A Motor Traffic Unit deputy this evening stopped a pickup on Martin Road Northwest for driving 61 in a 40 zone. Speeding...
06/08/2026

A Motor Traffic Unit deputy this evening stopped a pickup on Martin Road Northwest for driving 61 in a 40 zone. Speeding resulted a $273 ticket for the driver.

Be safe. Slow down.

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A Sheriff’s Motor Traffic Unit deputy on Saturday night stopped this driver for going 63 in a 40 mph zone on West Broadw...
06/07/2026

A Sheriff’s Motor Traffic Unit deputy on Saturday night stopped this driver for going 63 in a 40 mph zone on West Broadway in Moses Lake. Speeding resulted in a $273 ticket for the driver.

Drive safe. Slow down.

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Road 18.8 NE/ Division .5 NE WildfireNews media: contact Grant County Fire District #7 for details. EM-3///Update 3:40p...
06/06/2026

Road 18.8 NE/ Division .5 NE Wildfire

News media: contact Grant County Fire District #7 for details.

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Update 3:40pm: Cancel evacuation notices for this incident. Firefighters will be in the area continuing to mop up the fire.

This may change if winds shift, so continue to pay attention.

Cooperating agencies
MACC 911
Fire districts 5, 7, 13
Ephrata FD
Coulee City FD
Grant PUD
Moses Lake FD
Bureau of Land Management
Grant County Sheriff’s Office

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Police going door to door to warn the public.

If you live in that area, pay attention. Wildfire in that area. Prepare to evacuate homes. Leave if you are in danger. Follow us for official updates.

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WILDLAND FIRE - 21000 block Road 24.1 SW, rural Mattawa.This incident is completed. Fire size at least 300 acres. No str...
06/06/2026

WILDLAND FIRE - 21000 block Road 24.1 SW, rural Mattawa.

This incident is completed. Fire size at least 300 acres. No structures lost. No injuries.

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Update 10:50 am: Fire under control. The public is asked to remain aware of fire conditions until the fire is declared out.

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Update 10:35 am: Multiple fire agencies on scene. Evacuations still possible due to the high winds. People nearby need to stay alert. Area of concern is west of Road U-SW between Road 24.1-SW and Road 24.7-SW.

Size estimate 15-30 acres. Subject to change.

Cooperating agencies
GCFD 8, 3, 7, 13
Ephrata FD
WSP
GCSO
Mattawa PD
Grant PUD

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Incident Command says evacuations are possible..

Follow this page for updates. PIO is enroute to the Command Post. No phone calls while driving. Next update after arrival.

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Kittitas County Sheriff’s Office is looking for this man. Please read their post. EM-3
06/05/2026

Kittitas County Sheriff’s Office is looking for this man. Please read their post.

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Wildfire — 20000 block Road B.5 NE, rural Soap Lake. Final update 4:15 pm: Fire is under control and firefighters are mo...
06/04/2026

Wildfire — 20000 block Road B.5 NE, rural Soap Lake.

Final update 4:15 pm: Fire is under control and firefighters are mopping up.

The total fire size is yet to be determined. The fire is under investigation.

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Update 3:45 pm: No evacuation requests at this time. Firefighting continues.

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Update 3:15 pm: Homes are being protected. Wildfire is more than 6 acres in heavy fuel. No evacuations requested at this time. Smoke impacting travel on SR28.

Cooperating agencies
Fire Districts 5, 7, 12, and 13
Ephrata Fire Dept.
Coulee City Fire Dept.
Soap Lake Police
Grant County Sheriff’s Office
Grant PUD

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PIO enroute. Several agencies enroute.

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The Central Basin Investigative Team has released its weekly investigation update regarding the February office-involved...
06/04/2026

The Central Basin Investigative Team has released its weekly investigation update regarding the February office-involved shooting near Moses Lake.

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Grant County Major Crimes Detectives on Wednesday arrested 18-year-old Hunter Gray of Moses Lake on suspicion of second-...
06/04/2026

Grant County Major Crimes Detectives on Wednesday arrested 18-year-old Hunter Gray of Moses Lake on suspicion of second-degree r**e of a child and communication with a minor for immoral purposes.

The investigation began in May when the victim confided in an adult about the sexual assaults that began in February. Detectives learned that inappropriate social media communication between Gray and the child victim preceded the sexual assaults.

Detectives were searching for Gray on Wednesday and arrested him during a traffic stop in Moses Lake.

Since our mission for this case is to protect the child sexual assault victim, information that could identify the victim is not released and is not discloseable under Washington state law.

Gray is lodged inside the Grant County Jail.

Anyone who feels they have information about this case should call 509-762-1160.

If you or someone you know is experiencing sexual assault, help is available. In Grant and Adams counties, call New Hope at 888-560-6027. You can also reach their services by contacting the police.

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Each year, Grant County loses one or more community members due to incidents involving irrigation canals. We've already ...
06/03/2026

Each year, Grant County loses one or more community members due to incidents involving irrigation canals. We've already lost one person this year.

Please, be careful when you are near any irrigation canal.

Stay alive by staying out.

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The Grant County Sheriff’s Office is seeing an increase in electric motorcycles being operated on county roads and city ...
06/03/2026

The Grant County Sheriff’s Office is seeing an increase in electric motorcycles being operated on county roads and city streets.

As these vehicles become more popular, we want to help riders and families understand Washington’s laws and the safety requirements that apply to them.

Washington state recently updated its laws through Enhanced Substitute Senate Bill (ESSB) 6110 to better define the difference between electric-assisted bicycles (e-bikes) and electric motorcycles. (See https://bit.ly/49BSR2B)

Beginning next Thursday, June 11, 2026, an electric-assisted bicycle in Washington must:

• Have fully operable pedals
• Have an electric motor rated at 750 watts or less
• Meet the requirements of one of Washington’s three e-bike classes (See https://bit.ly/4uR25AE)

If a vehicle does not meet the legal definition of an e-bike, it may be regulated as a motorcycle, moped, or another type of motor vehicle under Washington law.

Families and riders should know that electric motorcycles operated on public roads may be subject to requirements such as:

• A valid driver's license
• Vehicle registration
• Insurance
• Helmet requirements
• Compliance with all traffic laws

Parents and guardians play an important role in helping young riders understand these requirements and make safe choices. Washington law may hold parents or guardians responsible if they knowingly allow an unlicensed juvenile to operate a motor vehicle.

Our goal is education, prevention, and safety. We recognize that many riders and families may not be aware of how state law classifies these vehicles or what requirements apply. Taking time to learn the rules can help prevent crashes, injuries, citations, and other unintended consequences.

These laws are in place to protect everyone who uses our roads, including riders, drivers, pedestrians, and families. By understanding the law and using these vehicles responsibly, we can work together to help keep our community safe.

Remember that your elected state representatives serve as your voice in government. Please contact them if you are concerned about state laws.

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Address

35 C Street NW/PO Box 37
Ephrata, WA
98823

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15097542011

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