SPD Fires Officer Who Struck and Killed Pedestrian Jaahnavi Kandula Two Years Ago
Seattle Police Chief Sue Rahr announced the termination of officer Kevin Dave, who struck and killed 23-year-old Jaahnavi Kandula while responding to a call in January 2023. An investigation revealed he was driving 74 miles per hour and violated multiple SPD policies, prompting public outrage and calls for accountability.