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Story summary
- The Everett, Washington courtroom was evacuated on February 20, 2026, after drug evidence containing fentanyl residue was opened during a trial.
- The incident occurred around 11:55 a.m. when an evidence envelope containing a scale was handled.
- Mark Lindquist, former district attorney, criticized the handling of drug evidence.
- The Snohomish County Sheriff's Office closed the courtroom for hazmat cleanup, and court officials pledged to prevent similar incidents.
