by Alex Garland

On July 3, over 250 people arrived by foot and vehicle at the Liberty Bay Waterfront Park in Poulsbo, Washington for a vigil honoring the life of Stonechild Chiefstick. As vehicles drove by City Hall, occupants tossed screwdrivers on the steps, some with notes and messages inscribed on them. After arriving at the park, a vigil was held where Chiefstick was killed In 2019 at a “Third of July” fireworks celebration. Poulsbo police officer Craig Keller killed Chiefstick for holding a screwdriver in a reportedly threatening way. Keller, the officer responsible for Cheifstick’s death, is currently on administrative leave while an internal investigation is conducted. Continue reading Vigil Honors Life of Stonechild Chiefstick on Anniversary of his Killing by Poulsbo Police →