The Spokane County Sheriff's Office confirmed the death of Sergeant Kenneth Salas on Saturday afternoon in a public statement.
A sheriff's sergeant in eastern Washington was killed in the line of duty on Saturday, Aug. 9. The Spokane County Sheriff's Office confirmed the death of Sergeant Kenneth Salas on Saturday afternoon in a public statement and on their X account, formerly Twitter.
According to initial reports, the 59-year-old was killed by a motorist at around 7:40 a.m. while he was assisting with a large traffic hazard along a stretch of eastbound I-90 near the Four Lakes exit.Sergeant Salas spent 34 years in law enforcement and was promoted to sergeant back in 2009. "He is survived by his wife and extended family members, who ask you to respect their privacy as they grieve this devastating loss.Sergeant Salas proudly served the Citizens of Spokane County for over three decades. He was not only a member of the Sheriff’s Office, he was also a valued and cherished member of our law enforcement family.In addition to his law enforcement career, Sergeant Salas also served our Country for over two decades in the United States Air Force, retiring as a Technical Sergeant with the Washington State Air National Guard," the statement reads, in part. Law enforcement agencies confirm the Washington State Patrol is investigating the incident. Tacoma hospital says its 'reviewing everything' following fatal ER shootingSeattle Mariners to hold week of festivities in honor of IchiroWashington State Fair ranks 3rd most popular state fair based on social mediaPete Carroll, Geno Smith return to Seattle with RaidersDozens of animals rescued from cruelty case in Thurston CountyTo get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter.Download the free FOX LOCAL app for mobile in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for live Seattle news, top stories, weather updates and more local and national news.
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