POLICE: Yakima Man Randomly Shot In His Yard
June 8, 2021 10:21AM PDT
Credit: MGN
YAKIMA, Wash. (AP) – A 35-year-old Yakima man was working in his yard when a passing car opened fire.
Police responded to the call about 5:20 p.m. Sunday and found Jonathan Spear lying on a sidewalk while a neighbor provided first aid.
Spear was taken to Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital and then flown to Harborview Medical Center.
Spear underwent surgery Monday.
Witnesses said they saw a blue Ford Taurus speed away from the area immediately after the shooting.
Officers impounded a car they believe was used in the shooting.
Police say the shooting appears to be random, and they’re increasing patrols in the neighborhood.
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