As some of you in the neighborhood may already be aware, Aki Kurose Middle School is currently undergoing renovations. Unfortunately, there have been multiple break-ins at the construction site. My partner, who is working on the renovation project, has reported that thousands of dollars worth of materials and company tools have been stolen.
The police have been notified, and additional security measures are being put in place. The renovation team is also looking into installing cameras at the job site.
What is particularly concerning is that it appears whoever has been entering the building, which has happened multiple times, may be spending a significant amount of time inside and using carts and other equipment that are primarily used by the construction workers.
If you live immediately around the school, please keep an eye out for anything unusual, particularly at night. If you see someone entering the building, suspicious activity around the construction site, or unusual vehicles or people in the area:
– Call 911 if you are witnessing a break-in or crime in progress.
– From a safe location, note or photograph vehicle descriptions, license plates, or descriptions of individuals if you can do so safely.
– Do not approach or confront anyone yourself.
– Report anything suspicious to police and, if appropriate, the school district or renovation team.
We are sharing this simply to make the surrounding community aware of what has been happening and to ask neighbors to keep an extra eye on the school. The renovation crew and Seattle Public Schools would greatly appreciate the community’s help in protecting the job site and preventing further theft.
I have already shared this information on nextdoor. Please feel free to share this and spread awareness to any other Rainier Valley community forum or neighbors who don’t have social media.
Please stay safe, Rainier Valley neighbors!
Thank you to everyone who can keep an extra eye on the Aki Kurose school renovation site!
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