Man with pocket knife found hysterical near I-5 off-ramp, Kent WA


A man wearing a black hoodie and black pants was found near the bushes on the right shoulder by the off-ramp near South 188 and I-5. He appeared hysterical, talking to himself, and showed signs of excited delirium while carrying a pocket knife. He did not threaten anyone and cooperated with law enforcement. Police and fire/EMS were on scene, and Washington State Patrol was requested.
Audio|Source: King County Sheriff Dispatch Southwest
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Transcript:
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We're out at near South 188 and I-5, on the right shoulder in the bushes.
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So there's a man wearing a black hoodie and black pants carrying a pocket knife,
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showing signs of excited delirium.
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The man is hysterical and talking to himself but will cooperate with law enforcement.
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Looks like they are trying to get Washington State Patrol en route as well. Again, near South 188 and I-5.
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Thank you.
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Can you pass me about it? Copy.
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Dr. anyone?
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Yeah, we just launched.
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We'll head over to near South 188 and I-5 and see if we can plan it again.
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Copy.
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Fire is on scene for that.
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For instance, asking if you can increase efforts.
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Looks like he's still off the roadway, about three feet off the road near the ramp, and he did not point the knife at anyone.
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Can you confirm if it is north or south of him?
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Location mentioned:
Near S 188th St i, Kent, WA 98032
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