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East Wenatchee Councilmember Resigns After Choking Arrest

5/9/2025

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East Wenatchee City Councilmember Robert Tidd has stepped down after being arrested for allegedly choking his brother during a heated argument over a refrigerator. Tidd expressed frustration over the council's lack of transparency as a key reason for his resignation. He is scheduled to face court on May 14, as the community grapples with the fallout.

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East Wenatchee City Councilmember Robert Tidd has stepped down after being arrested for allegedly choking his brother during a heated argument over a refrigerator. Tidd expressed frustration over the council's lack of transparency as a key reason for his resignation. He is scheduled to face court on May 14, as the community grapples with the fallout.