Republican Bellevue Councilman Loses Re-election Bid Amidst Criminal Charges
Bellevue City Councilman Joseph Burkhart, a Republican facing 22 criminal charges, has lost his bid for re-election to an at-large council seat.
According to unofficial results, Burkhart received 12.3% of the vote, finishing last in a four-way race. The top three vote-getters were Kendall C. Shepherd, Adam Morrison, and Charles Daniel.
- Kendall C. Shepherd: 33.8%
- Adam Morrison: 28.1%
- Charles Daniel: 25.8%
- Joseph Burkhart: 12.3%
Burkhart's defeat comes after his September 19 arrest, when he was charged in connection with a domestic disturbance.
No comment from Burkhart was available.
Author summary: Councilman loses re-election bid amidst 22 criminal charges.
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