Ashley Hiruko

Ashley Hiruko is an investigative reporter who focuses on topics involving policing and the behind-the-scenes conduct of city leaders. Her investigations have examined police killings, allegations of abuse and sex trafficking, and labor issues. She has lived in Seattle for many years with her husband, son, and Maltese. Ashley is known for her dedication to uncovering the truth and holding those in power accountable. She has been a Past President of the Western Washington Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. Her work can be found on KUOW's website as well as other reputable news outlets. Ashley is committed to delivering accurate, fair, and engaging reports that inform the public about important issues in their community.

Biography:  https://www.kuow.org/authors/ashley-hiruko

29%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a poor reputation for journalistic standards and is not considered a reliable news source.

Bias

30%

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  • Ashley Hiruko reports on topics involving policing and the behind-the-scenes conduct of city leaders. Her investigations have examined police killings, allegations of abuse and sex trafficking, and labor issues.

Conflicts of Interest

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Contradictions

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Deceptions

35%

Examples:

  • For many, it confirmed, fairly or not, beliefs that some officers devalue and conceal disparaging views about community members.
  • The hurt his words have inflicted on Ms. Kandula's family cannot be erased.

Recent Articles

Seattle Police Officer Fired for Derogatory Comments About Indian Grad Student's Death

Seattle Police Officer Fired for Derogatory Comments About Indian Grad Student's Death

Broke On: Thursday, 19 January 2023 Seattle Police Officer Daniel Auderer was fired for derogatory comments about the death of Jaahnavi Kandula, a 23-year-old Indian graduate student killed by a police S.U.V., despite his intentions being unintentional. His remarks, including calling her life 'limited in value,' caused public outrage and protests in Seattle and India. Interim Police Chief Sue Rahr terminated Auderer due to the comments' damaging impact on community trust.