On May 5th, 2026, at approximately 9:15 pm, a white van was driven into the parking lot of the Everett Police Department South Precinct, 1121 SE Everett Mall Way, Everett, Washington.
Shortly thereafter, officers in the vicinity heard an explosion coming from the van, which was subsequently engulfed in flames.
The suspect vehicle’s driver, a 35-year-old male, who had exited the van, was taken into custody by police.
The Everett Fire Department responded to assist with extinguishing the fire.
Following an initial investigation, the suspect driver was booked into the Snohomish County Jail for Arson in the 1st Degree.
According to arrest records, the suspect’s name is Taras Boiko.
The motive behind this incident is still unknown. At this time, the explosion is believed to have been the result of the fire over-pressuring the vehicle’s seals, causing them to rupture.
This is an active and ongoing investigation and there are no further details at the time. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Everett Police Department TIP LINE at (425) 257-8450 or the Crime Stoppers of Puget Sound at 1-800-222-TIPS.
May 6, 2026
Police Blotter, Everett Fire