Seattle, WA – October 2, 2025 – Three suspects were arrested early Thursday morning after allegedly committing an armed robbery and kidnapping in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District. Police say the victim, a 39-year-old man, was assaulted, robbed, and threatened at gunpoint before escaping.
Victim Accepted Ride From Spokane to Seattle
According to Seattle police, the victim agreed to pay the suspects $65 for gas in Spokane in exchange for a ride to Redmond. Instead of following the agreed route, the suspects drove him directly to Seattle.
While inside the vehicle, the male driver reportedly hit the victim in the face with a handgun, while the other suspects punched and restrained him. Police say the female suspect then demanded all of the victim’s money, threatening to shoot him if he did not comply.
The suspects allegedly stole $180 in cash, medication, and clothing from the victim before he managed to break free and escape near 7th Avenue South and South Main Street.
Police Chase and Arrest in Chinatown-International District
After fleeing, the suspects drove away in a black Dodge. Responding officers conducted an area search and soon located a matching vehicle near 7th Avenue South and South Lane Street.
Police stopped the car and detained three suspects:
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A 32-year-old man
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A 38-year-old woman
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A 45-year-old man
The victim positively identified all three suspects, who were subsequently arrested and booked into King County Jail on suspicion of robbery and kidnapping.
SPD Robbery Unit Investigating
The Seattle Police Department Robbery Unit is continuing the investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call the SPD Violent Crimes Tip Line at (206) 233-5000.
Incident Number: 2025-287864 / West Precinct / K3