Colville "Armed and Dangerous" Shooter Still Running Free

The search is still on for an armed and dangerous person who fired shots at Stevens County Deputies in the early morning hours of Wednesday, September 27, 2017. According to reports, law enforcement officers were conducting surveillance on the residence of Richard Lee Hawley, 47 of Colville. According to reports, law enforcement agents were attempting to arrest Hawley on a felony warrant for possession of heroin and related charges.

According to police, deputies watched Hawley leave his residence and drive away in a vehicle. A Sheriff's deputy attempted to pull Hawley over and after a brief vehicle pursuit, Hawley pulled into an alley and exited his car and attempted to escape on foot. As the deputy pulled into the dark alley, he was fired upon by Hawley. Several shots hit the police vehicle. The officer returned fire. Thankfully, the officer was not hurt during the incident. It is unknown if Hawley was injured in the exchange of gunfire. Hawley then escaped on foot from the area of 500 East Birch.

The Colville School district has closed today as a safety measure. Many Colville businesses have shutdown as well as a safety precaution. Area residents were advised to stay inside and lock their doors until this fugitive is captured. Do not attempt to apprehend this person on your own. He is very dangerous do not attempt to apprehends on your own. Call 911.