Ashley Hiruko
Investigative Reporter
About
Ashley Hiruko reports on topics involving policing and the behind-the-scenes conduct of city leaders. Her investigations have examined police killings, allegations of abuse and sex trafficking, and labor issues.
She lives in Seattle with her husband, son, and Maltese.
Location: Seattle
Languages Spoken: English
Pronouns: she/her
Professional Affiliations: Past President, Western Washington Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists
Stories
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Judge retains jury in Auburn cop trial after hallway kerfuffle
Wednesday’s pause came after the judge was informed that two jurors were overheard chatting about the case in the courtroom hallway, which depending on the content of the conversation, could have violated their instructions to only deliberate when all 12 jurors are present.
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Politics
‘I am a gay Latino man,’ says former Seattle Chief Adrian Diaz after stepping down
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In stunning reversal, Auburn officer won’t testify at his murder trial
Police officer Jeffrey Nelson will not testify in the murder trial against him
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In surprise move, new Seattle police chief reinstates assistant chief
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Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz out; former Sheriff Sue Rahr interim
Updated at 1 p.m. 5/29/2024
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‘It was David and Goliath.’ Eyewitness describes shooting in murder trial of Auburn police officer
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‘Appearance of segregation’ at Seattle Police Department, captain says in lawsuit
This is a developing story and will be updated.
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Government
Who was the anonymous donor behind the controversial kid playground at Denny Blaine nude beach?
Normally a new playground wouldn’t raise eyebrows, but Denny Blaine, which sits on the shores of Lake Washington, is a haven for nudists, who worried they could be charged with indecent exposure to a minor.
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Politics
Seattle mayor taps outside investigator to address Seattle Police sexism claims
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‘I support the women on the force.’ Councilmember Saka responds to harassment reports at Seattle Police