Crime at 5100 BLOCK OF N 48TH ST on 01/02/2026 7:51 PM
Type: Other
Date: 01/02/2026 7:51 PM
Description: Fireworks. Neighborhood: West End Neighborhood Council. Disposition: ACB. Call #: 2600301712. Disclaimer: This information is from the Tacoma Police calls for service log. Information is subject to change.
Address: 5100 BLOCK OF N 48TH ST, Tacoma, WA
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Christopher VanGeystelenAge
Cause of Death
ShootingInfo
Pierce County Sheriff's detectives need your help to identify the suspect(s) responsible for the murder of Christopher VanGeystelen. On February 24th, 2002, the body of Christopher VanGeystelen was found by several juveniles in a wooded area along South Prairie Rd. E. Near 214th Ave. E. In Bonney Lake. The victim had been shot several times by unidentified suspect(s), then his body was placed into a hole and covered with tree branches. Christopher VanGeystelen was rumored to be heavily involved in methamphetamine distribution and use, and his death may have been a result of this involvement. Detectives are looking for anyone information on who have been seen with VanGeystelen in the days prior to February 24th, 2002, or involved in narcotics with VanGeystelen prior to his death.Agency
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