A simple February arrest ballooned into an investigation lasting months.
The store was briefly shut down as a result of the investigation
Alert residents contacting police allowed for a quick arrest and safe return of the children
The threat was later determined to be non-credible
The age-progressed photo is meant to be more accurate than old photos
The man was subject of an intense search effort near Humptulips
He answered the call, giving his life attempting to save another
Police deployed airborne pepper spray to get the man to come out.
A concerned parent contacted law enforcement, prompting the investigation.
The suspect had no prior involvement with the Aberdeen police
The man has prior police impersonator involvement, according to the State Patrol.
The suspect is alleged to have threatened the victim with a handgun
There were no signs of trauma, police say
