Following a detailed investigation by the Eastside Narcotics Task Force (ENTF) and the Kirkland Police Department, one suspect was taken into custody at approximately 6:45 a.m. on Dec. 19 in the 8200 block of NE 142nd Street in the Finn Hill neighborhood of Kirkland. The arrest brings to an end years of police calls from neighbors of the known drug house.

“We have been working on this for years,” said Kirkland Police Lt. Mike Murray. “Patrol officers have made tons of arrests [in connection with activity at the house].”

Neighbors were so happy to have the drug issues with the home finally over that many had coffee later that morning together outside, said Murray.

With assistance from Kirkland patrol officers, detectives and the North Sound Metro Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team, ENTF arrested an adult male for violation of the Uniform Controlled Substance Act (VUCSA) Trafficking in Methamphetamine.

The arrest was made in connection with several investigations conducted by ENTF detectives as well as information from patrol officers and neighbors in the area.

Detectives recovered evidence at the residence which should aid them in their investigation of the occupants of this residence. Three additional adult males were located inside the house, detained and identified. They were subsequently released and not charged with any crimes at this time.

Murray said that the city is planning to do an abatement, which would allow it to take possession of the property.

ENTF works collaborative investigations with nearby agencies and regional partners; in this case the North Sound Metro SWAT Team, which includes Lynnwood, Edmonds, Monroe, Bothell, Kirkland and Lake Forest Park Police Departments.

Editor Matt Phelps contributed to this report.