Crime at 3000 BLK 61ST AVE SE on 11/12/2026 8:44 PM
Type: Other
Date: 11/12/2026 8:44 PM
Description: AFA - Residential
Address: 3000 BLK 61ST AVE SE, MERCER ISLAND, WA
Case Number: 2026-00017862
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Race: White Ethnicity: Caucasian Gender: Female Hair: Blond/Strawberry Eyes: Blue Height: 5'2" Weight: 105 lbsCase Number
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Name
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
Tacoma/Pierce County CrimeStoppers