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- calendar_today October 14, 2026
Arrest Made in Monroe Delivery Driver Shooting Incident
An 18-year-old man was arrested Tuesday afternoon in connection with a shooting incident involving a delivery driver in Monroe, police confirmed. The teenager was detained in Lacey and booked into the Snohomish County Jail on multiple felony charges.
Details of the Delivery Driver Incident
The incident occurred on October 8, when a UPS delivery driver attempted to deliver a package to an apartment complex in the 18000 block of Blueberry Lane in Monroe. According to police, as the driver was leaving a “sorry we missed you” note, someone allegedly fired several shots through the front door of the apartment.
Police Response and SWAT Involvement
Law enforcement responded quickly to the scene. The North Sound Metro SWAT unit was called as officers worked to contact the apartment's occupant, believed to be the shooter. Surveillance video reviewed during the investigation indicated that the suspect left the apartment through a back door shortly after the incident.
Investigation and Evidence Found
Officers found multiple bullet holes in the apartment’s front door and recovered five spent bullets in a nearby vacant apartment. A search of the suspect’s apartment revealed several handgun magazines, dozens of rounds of ammunition, and a "red dot" handgun accessory in the teenager’s room. The discovery led to further charges, as police determined the suspect was underage and previously convicted of a felony, making his firearm possession illegal.
Felony Charges and Legal Proceedings
The 18-year-old faces felony first-degree attempted assault and felony first-degree unlawful possession of a firearm. Court records indicate that he is being held in Snohomish County Jail without bail. Police stated that no injuries were reported, though the delivery driver narrowly avoided harm by moving away from the door moments before shots were fired.
Ongoing Law Enforcement Investigation
The case continues as authorities gather more evidence and review surveillance footage. The Monroe Police Department, with assistance from Lacey and Olympia police, played a central role in apprehending the suspect and investigating the shooting at the delivery driver.
Source: heraldnet.com.
