Assault of Local Broker Brings to Light Realtor Safety

As a local realtor recovers from a weekend assault while he was showing a home, the issue of realtor safety is brought to light. Cory Beemis with Creekside
Realty in Yakima says the issue of realtor safety is frequently discussed, and steps are taken.

"On a regular basis we go over realtor safety and what steps can be taken to protect realtors, however as the busy season hits, and you start running, sometimes you just expect the best out of people, and you don't even think about it." Some realtors go so far as to carry a gun and get a concealed weapons permit. Local realtor Vern Holbrook remains in critical condition in a Seattle hospital after Saturdays attack.

A man and woman are in custody facing attempted murder charges.The Yakima County Sherrifs office is still searching for a motive in the case.