Kennewick Police Arrest Suspect in Valentine's Day Flower Theft

One suspect identified and arrested, another still at large after stealing bouquets and chocolate worth over $100 each.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Kennewick Police Department reported that two male suspects attempted to steal bouquets of flowers and chocolate worth over $100 each on Valentine's Day. Due to video evidence and investigation, officers were able to identify and arrest one of the suspects, 19-year-old Robert Juliam, who was later booked at the Benton County Jail on Theft 3rd Degree charges. The other suspect, a juvenile, remains unidentified and at large, with police asking the public for help in locating him and the stolen property.

Why it matters

Theft of Valentine's Day gifts and flowers is an unusual crime that can ruin the holiday for victims. The Kennewick Police Department's quick response and arrest of one suspect demonstrates their commitment to protecting the community and preventing such crimes, though the search continues for the second suspect.

The details

According to the Kennewick Police Department, the theft occurred around 4:17 PM on 02/13/2026 in the 5200 block of W Clearwater Ave. The two male suspects stole bouquets of flowers and chocolate worth more than $100 each. Police were able to identify and locate one of the suspects, 19-year-old Robert Juliam, at his residence, and he was taken into custody and later booked at the Benton County Jail on Theft 3rd Degree charges.

  • The theft occurred around 4:17 PM on 02/13/2026.
  • Robert Juliam was arrested at his residence following the incident.

The players

Robert Juliam

A 19-year-old male suspect who was arrested and booked at the Benton County Jail on Theft 3rd Degree charges.

Kennewick Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the theft, identified and arrested one of the suspects, and is still searching for the other suspect.

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What they’re saying

“While we love our community showing love to their loved ones we request that you pay for your items.”

— Kennewick Police Department (Kennewick PD via Facebook)

What’s next

The Kennewick Police Department is still investigating the identity of the other suspect and is asking the public for help in locating him and the stolen property.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of respecting others' property, even on a holiday like Valentine's Day. The Kennewick Police Department's swift action in arresting one suspect and continuing the search for the other demonstrates their commitment to maintaining public safety and preventing such crimes in the community.