KENNEWICK, Wash. – A local football coach and his wife were recognized by Kennewick Police Department (KPD) for their bravery during an incident at the mall on December 6, 2025.

Officers responded to an assault in progress involving an erratic man, identified as Devan Barth, who was being held down by bystanders. Barth had been shouting racial slurs and assaulted a kiosk employee. When Barth attempted to attack the employee again, football coach Brett Hall intervened.

Hall, with help from his wife, Evann, managed to restrain Barth until police arrived. Barth was arrested for multiple counts of assault.

However, during the incident, a woman stole Brett’s recently purchased Christmas gifts. The theft was caught on video, and police are investigating. They urge anyone with information to c

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