Violent — Chehalis, WA — reported 2026-07-08

SUMMARY

A Chehalis man faces allegations he assaulted his wife after an argument on July 4.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Violent
  • Location: Chehalis, WA
  • Date reported: 2026-07-08
  • Suspect: male, age 34

REPORTED DETAILS

  • Seth B. Erickson, 34, is charged with single counts of second-degree assault and fourth-degree assault.
  • Second-degree assault is a Class B felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison and $20,000 in fines.
  • Fourth-degree assault is a gross misdemeanor punishable by up to 364 days in jail and $5,000 in fines.
  • Erickson made a preliminary appearance in Lewis County Superior Court on Monday.
  • Judge Joely Yeager set Erickson’s bail at $25,000 cash or bond, in agreement with the state’s request, citing concern for community safety — particularly the victim in the case.