t

Man killed by sheriff’s deputies in Auburn identified

Multiple shots fired during May 24 eviction

The King County Medical Examiner’s Office identified a man killed as a result of a deputy-involved shooting in Auburn on May 24 that involved both the King County Sheriff’s Office and Auburn Police Department.

According to the King County Medical Examiner’s Office, 48-year-old Michael Aaron Vaughn died in Auburn as a result of multiple gunshot wounds received at a residence in the city. The medical examiner’s office identified Vaughn’s death as a homicide.

The Valley Independent Investigative Team, a multi-agency team that investigates incidents involving police, has assumed responsibility for investigation into the death.

ADVERTISEMENT
0 seconds of 0 secondsVolume 0%
Press shift question mark to access a list of keyboard shortcuts
00:00
00:00
00:00
 

According to a previous release from the Des Moines Police Department — serving as the investigative lead of the Valley Independent Investigative Team’s investigation of the incident — the subject was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The Des Moines Police Department issued an update on May 30 stating the team received both video from a SWAT vehicle and officer body-worn cameras and have started analyzing the footage.

According to a previous news release, the King County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team and Auburn Police Department responded at about 11 a.m. May 24 at 24 Auburn Way South in Auburn to serve a high risk civil eviction order. Kolby Crossley, public information officer for the Auburn Police Department, said the department served to assist in shutting down the road for the King County Sheriff’s Office and participated in no further capacity in the incident.

According to the previous release, deputies contacted Vaughn within minutes of arriving at the location, “which led to them utilizing deadly force.” First responders pronounced Vaughn deceased at the scene.

Six sheriff’s office deputies involved in the incident have all been placed on administrative leave.


Talk to us

Please share your story tips by emailing editor@kentreporter.com.

To share your opinion for publication, submit a letter through our website https://www.kentreporter.com/submit-letter/. Include your name, address and daytime phone number. (We’ll only publish your name and hometown.) Please keep letters to 300 words or less.

More in Northwest

(Screenshot/Courtesy of King County)
King County fingerprint ID levy is passing at the polls

Election results: The levy would authorize an additional property tax for seven years, beginning in 2026.

t
Fifth case of measles in state identified in a King County infant

Traveled through Sea-Tac Airport and visited Seattle Children’s Hospital

t
Auburn middle school wrestling coach charged with sex crimes

Daniel Lee, 64, allegedly texted sexually with a student, 14, and received nude photos from her.

The city of Renton is considering ways to better protect LGBTQ+ rights in the city. File photo
Renton City Council considers ways to protect LGBTQ rights

Debate revolves around creating a proclamation or a resolution.

t
Potential exposure to measles from traveler at Sea-Tac Airport, hotel

Canadian resident traveled April 6-7 through airport; stayed at Tukwila hotel

t
Juveniles arrested for Haggen robbery in Auburn

Officers stopped three juveniles and a female adult after reported threat with gun to employee

One sign said, “Infinite Diversity in Infinite Combination.” Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
Another colorful show of support in Renton for Drag Queen Story Time

Families, allies and local members of the LGBTQ+ community did not hesitate to stand up

Courtesy Photo, State of Washington
Democrats in Washington Legislature reveal sweeping new tax plan

It cobbles together a range of hikes, including on businesses, capital gains and property

t
Permit requirement for gun purchases clears state Senate

The Legislature has never come closer to implementing the policy, which about 12 other states have in place.

t
Teen, 15, dies in Renton shooting

The victims left the scene and stopped on Rainier Avenue for help during April 13 incident

t
Measles case identified in King County adult

4th case in state in 2025; Public Health – Seattle & King County says minimal risk to public from case

Lakeland Elementary School in Federal Way. Joshua Solozano, Sound Publishing
Juvenile shot, injured at Federal Way elementary school play area

Shot by another juvenile in April 8 incident; has since been released from hospital