Convicted Felon Arrested for Commercial Burglary in Spokane Valley

SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — A convicted felon is facing new criminal charges after being caught in the act during a commercial burglary. Spokane Valley deputies arrested the suspect on June 11, 2025, following a prompt report of a break-in at a local establishment.

Deputies responded to the business location after receiving reports of suspicious activity. Upon arrival, officers observed evidence of forced entry, including a damaged door frame and shattered glass. A search of the interior revealed the suspect, who was found hiding inside the building in possession of stolen property and tools commonly used in burglaries.

A background check revealed that the suspect is a convicted felon with a history of property crimes, making it illegal for him to possess certain items found during the arrest. The Spokane Valley Sheriff's Office emphasized the importance of business alarm systems and vigilant neighbors in preventing and solving commercial thefts.

The suspect was booked into the Spokane County Jail on charges of second-degree burglary, malicious mischief, and possession of burglary tools. The investigation is ongoing to determine if he is linked to other unresolved burglaries in the region.