‘It takes a village’: Crime Stoppers urges public to help solve the killing of 21-year-old Hamze Elmi

Crime Stoppers is seeking information about the February 1, 2025 killing of 21-year-old Hamze Elmi in Federal Way, which occurred in his yard as he walked home from work. A masked suspect fired seven shots at Elmi, who was pronounced dead at the scene. Though video captured the suspect, investigators need community tips to solve the case. Crime Stoppers offers up to $1,000 anonymously, plus an additional $10,000 from the family—call (800) 222-TIPS.