SPD will only dispatch officers to calls from alarm companies with supporting evidence — such as audio, video, panic alarms or eyewitness evidence

A triggered alarm system at a property in Seattle will soon require more information to get an officer’s attention.

Seattle police officers will no longer be dispatched to home or business security alarms unless there is supporting evidence like video or eyewitness statements. Washington Alarm CEO Shannon Woodman reacts.

Starting next month, the Seattle Police Department will not dispatch officers to calls from alarm companies unless there is enough evidence of a person attempting to break into property. Interim Seattle Police Chief Sue Rahr announced the new policy change on Sept.

Seattle police officers will no longer be dispatched to home or business security alarms unless there is supporting evidence like video or eyewitness statements.