Compiled by C .H. Clark from Woodinville Police reports

N20 cartridge used for ‘huffing’ is hurled at a police officer during traffic stop

May 5: A police officer stopped a BMW convertible for failure to stop at a stop sign in the 14200 block of NE 145th St. The officer returned to his vehicle to run a check on the driver’s license. As he got into his car, out of the corner of his eye he saw a 1989 Volvo 240 passing by, and as the driver of the Volvo drove by he hurled a large metal object out of the open window, seemingly aiming at the officer.

The officer explained in the police report that he was very concerned about possible injury. The object missed the officer, but hit the police car with a loud “clang.”

The officer quickly returned the license to the BMW driver and began pursuit of the Volvo driver with his siren and lights activated. The driver did not stop until he reached the 13600 block of the Woodinville-Redmond Road where he pulled to the right blocking the road. The officer questioned him and reviewed his driver’s license. The driver apologized several times and begged not to go to jail because his family would kick him out of the house this time. His license check reflected that he had been arrested for driving under the influence recently.

Another officer searched the suspect’s car and found several N20 cartridges which are used as propellants for canned whipping cream in order to “huff” for a “high.” The suspect admitted huffing propellants for a long time and that he had been in re-hab, but quit after six weeks.

After further questioning, he admitted to throwing an N20 cartridge at the officer because he was still angry about his earlier arrest by the police. He was charged with Reckless Endangerment, Assault 4 and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Estimated $18,000 loss during a burglary

May 6: An officer responded to a dispatch at a motor sports store located in the 19000 block of Woodinville-Snohomish Rd NE to investigate a burglary. The manager explained that upon his arrival at work in the morning he had found a door that had been pried open and several shelves missing clothing items inside.

He told the officer that shelves that had been fully stocked were now almost empty after the suspect(s) stole numerous helmets, jackets and one-piece suits. He estimated approximately an $18,000 loss. There is no suspect information at this time.

Man decides to calm down in church parking lot after an argument with his wife

May 8: A man was found sleeping in his car outside of a church located in the 16500 block of 124th Ave. NE. The man explained that he had had an argument with his wife and felt (the church) was a good place to sleep before returning home. No action was warranted. There is no further information at this time.

Compiled by Gloria Nelson from police reports

MAY 9: Two drivers backed out from parking stalls at the same time and met directly in the center. Both had proper ID. Since it was on private property, the policeman was unable to find fault but photographed the damage and location as a matter of documentation.

MAY 10: While patrolling in Duvall an officer ran a number on a car that passed by. It revealed an active felony warrant for escape on the driver who was the registered owner. He was handcuffed and given his rights. The passenger was IDed and told he was free to leave so he left on foot.

When the vehicle was searched, a 15” Neovo flat computer screen was located in the back seat. It was confirmed by dispatch that it had been stolen out of Renton in June of 2003. However, when the suspect was asked whose it was, he said it was his. He claimed he’d gotten it while “dumpster diving in Bellevue.”

In the center console was found a black butterfly knife with a 4” blade. In the trunk was found a plastic baggie containing green vegetable matter along with three small baggies containing a crystallized substance thought to be methamphetamine. In a leather jacket was a small glass pipe commonly used with drugs. The suspect claimed ownership along with identifying the crystallized substance as “meth.”

The vehicle was towed, evidence secured, and suspect given free room and board at the King Country Jail.

MAY 12: When a patrolman notices a license plate partially covered, his curiosity is tweaked. This occurred in Duvall when a trailer ball on the rear bumper obstructed the view of the rear license plate. The driver lacked proof of vehicle registration and insurance. He also had an outstanding warrant out of the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office for Driving With License Suspended 3rd Degree. This brought out the handcuffs and “rights.”

MAY 13: Close to mid-night a vehicle was stopped for no license plate lamp. In running the female driver’s name through dispatch it was learned that she also had a Driver With License Suspended 3rd degree. She had a collection ... of unpaid tickets.

MAY 14: A brother and sister who reside in the same home got into a scuffle and when the police arrived the male was holding a towel to his mouth. He stated that his sister had punched him in the face leaving a small cut on the lower lip, a trace of blood around his nostrils and a small abrasion on his right arm. He declined medical attention.

His story was that he was on the computer and she logged him off which made him mad so he pushed her and she hit him in the mouth.

Her story was that he was giving out family’s personal information on the computer and when the mother was contacted she said to get him off the computer. She logged him off and he became mad. He then pushed her and called her names and threatened to kick her back-side. She then let him have it with a right to the mouth!

The mother arrived and was very upset. She explained that the son had become very unruly lately and she was at wits end in dealing with him. He had even threatened to beat up the youngest son, who is a toddler. She was given contacts to make for assistance if needed and the case was forwarded to supervisory review.

MAY 14: What a wake-up call! A fellow looked out the window in the a.m. and noticed that his 1987 Toyota Camry was on blocks and lacked three tires.

He didn’t want to assist in prosecution if the suspects were caught. He only wanted the police to be aware of the incident. Photos were taken and a report made for information only.