The official Twitter account for the City of Mercer Island's Police Department. This site is not monitored 24/7. For all emergencies, dial 911.
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Kudos to MIPD Officer Tranter, Sgt Herzog, Corporal Robinson & Officer Johnson! During a joint training, they sprang into action to rescue a man who fell through lake ice. Real-life heroics! š Read the story & watch the video: orlo.uk/FOhUQ
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Mercer Island Police retweeted
18 Sep 2025
Major I-90 Eastbound on-ramp closures begin TODAY at 8 PM. WSDOT is closing the East Mercer Way on-ramp for 6-8 days and the HOV on-ramp at 80th Ave. SE for 16 days. Expect major delays and consider minimizing trips. Learn more: orlo.uk/w5j4V
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17 Jan 2025
We have formally referred charges to the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office in connection with the January 1, 2025 vandalism at Islander Middle School. The full announcement can be read here: mercerisland.gov/police/pageā¦
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11 Jan 2025
We are asking the public to help identify two suspects as part of our investigation into hate-based vandalism at the Islander Middle School campus last week. Learn more here: mercerisland.gov/police/pageā¦
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11 Jan 2025
Anyone who may have information or may recognize these persons should report tips by email (mipdtips@mercerisland.gov) or by calling 206-275-7955.
Please DO NOT report tips to us on social media - direct all information to the contact info above.
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Mercer Island Police retweeted
11 Jan 2025
Look familiar? @MercerIslandPD is asking the public to help identify two suspects as part of its investigation into hate-based vandalism that occurred at the Islander Middle School campus last week.
Anyone who may have information or may recognize these persons should report tips by email (mipdtips@mercerisland.gov) or by calling 206-275-7955.
Please DO NOT report tips to us on social media - direct all information to the contact info above.
Learn more here: mercerisland.gov/police/pageā¦
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29 Oct 2024
At approximately 11:30 a.m., MIPD responded to a 911 caller who stated they had just been robbed at gunpoint near the Mercer Island Thrift Store. No one was injured and the suspect fled. Detectives are following several leads in this ongoing investigation.
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12 Oct 2024
Large police presence. Please avoid the area. MIPD is assisting Bellevue Police Department with an incident near I-90 and East Mercer Way. There is no threat to the public. Expect traffic delays.
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12 Oct 2024
Update: Both directions of I-90 are now open. Please be patient as traffic congestion will take time to resolve.
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12 Oct 2024
Update: Both directions of I-90 are now open. Please be patient as traffic congestion will take time to resolve.
12 Oct 2024
Large police presence. Please avoid the area. MIPD is assisting Bellevue Police Department with an incident near I-90 and East Mercer Way. There is no threat to the public. Expect traffic delays.
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2 Oct 2024
Police and Fire are currently responding to a three-vehicle collision in the 4600 block of Island Crest Way. All NB traffic on Island Crest Way is currently stopped while Police and Fire attend to the occupants of the vehicles. Tows have been requested.
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6 Sep 2024
Another collision today has caused long backups on eastbound I-90 even though the scene is clear. Please be patient and drive safely. Follow @wsdot_traffic for updates.
6 Sep 2024
CLEAR: This incident on eastbound I-90 in the Mercer Island tunnel has cleared. All lanes are open.
However, traffic backup is over 3 miles, so expect delays as traffic moves through the area. This is from the I-90 bridge just west of the incident.
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6 Sep 2024
*EXTENDED ROAD CLOSURE* Westbound lanes of I-90 are closed due to a collision- causing a backup 3 miles long. Follow @wsdot_traffic for updates.
6 Sep 2024
The backup from the crash on WB I-90 west of the #MercerIsland Tunnel is now about 3 miles long.
This likely willbe a lengthy closure, so please use alternate routes.
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6 Sep 2024
Update: Westbound lanes are now clear and open.
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Mercer Island Police retweeted
6 Sep 2024
CLEARED: All WB lanes of I-90 have reopened after an earlier crash just west of the #MercerIsland Tunnel.
6 Sep 2024
UPDATE #5: WB I-90 is still fully closed and diverting traffic to Island Crest Way after an earlier crash just west of the #MercerIsland Tunnel.
The backup remains about 2.5 miles. Please continue to use alternate routes and expect lengthy delay.
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Mercer Island Police retweeted
31 Jul 2024
UPDATE: On the EB I-90 off-ramp to I-405 in #Bellevue, the collision is still partially blocking the ramp. Police, Fire, and the Incident Response Team are on scene.
This could take a while, so expect long delays and drive with caution.
@mercergov @BvueTrans
31 Jul 2024
Update 2:14 PM : On the I-90 eastbound off-ramp to I-405 there is a collision partially blocking the ramp.
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Mercer Island Police retweeted
30 Jul 2024
Don't make this Seafair weekend be SeaUNfair! š±
Expect major travel delays along all interstates & roads around Lake WA Thursday-Sunday.ā ļø
The I-90 bridge between Seattle & Mercer Island will be OPEN during the air show.āļø
Leave early/leave late to make your travel smooth!ā
ALT A WSDOT infographic with a background of the I-90 floating bridges between Seattle and Mercer Island. Doodles on the graphic include the Seafair logo, three Navy Blue Angels, a set of three black cars, the I-90 badge, a hydroplane and a pirate ship. Text on the graphic says Seafair Weekend - Expect significant travel delays along I-5/I-90/I-405/SR 520 all weekend, and I-90 bridges between Seattle and Mercer Island will be open all weekend but trail users can't stop or stand on the bridge trail.
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31 Jul 2024
Come get the scoop from MIPD leadership about what we are seeing in crime trends and crime prevention steps you should be taking. National Night Out - Tues, Aug 6, at the MI Community Center. Meet the new Chief, Chris Sutter. Most importantly: there will be ice cream.
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Mercer Island Police retweeted
26 Jun 2024
Stranger Danger: Bellevue Police ask residents to stay vigilant following street thefts targeting older residents bellevuebeatblog.com/2024/06ā¦
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Mercer Island Police retweeted
30 May 2024
With a pair of veteran Mercer Island Police Department (MIPD) officers retiring in June, Mercer Island City Council has authorized... mi-reporter.com/news/mipd-roā¦
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