Mercer Island Police announced the arrests of two suspects involved in a residential burglary that occurred on August 19, 2024, in the 8000 Block of SE 31st Street. The incident was discovered the following morning by the residents, who found their vehicle doors ajar and items missing from both the vehicle and garage. Thanks to the homeowner's video surveillance system, police were able to identify a male and female suspect who entered the property while the family slept. The male suspect is linked to three additional burglaries in King County, while his girlfriend, the female suspect, was wanted for a felony warrant. The arrests were made on September 5 and September 9, 2024, after a thorough investigation and cooperation between multiple law enforcement agencies.

Mercer Island detectives have since filed charges with the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office. The police department expressed gratitude towards their officers and partner agencies for their diligent work on this case. This successful operation highlights the importance of community vigilance and interagency collaboration in combating crime.