News

Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a crash where a vehicle left the scene and shortly afterward crashed again. The driver was arrested and charged with several crimes.

Today, Sheriff’s deputies arrested a juvenile for rummaging through and stealing items from unlocked cars. Six victims have been identified and their belongings have been returned

A car jacking suspect was taken into custody today after he stole a car and injured the owner as he drove away. Police were able to locate the car and the suspect led them on a pursuit that ended with the suspect crashing.

Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a possible robbery with a firearm where three men were identified as suspects. Deputies quickly located and arrested all<br />three.

Washington County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted an undercover compliance mission where teenagers attempted to buy alcohol from stores in Washington County.

Youth Worker Arrested for Sex Abuse, More Victims Sought

Thanks to Cornelius Fred Meyer, 23 local children were given the opportunity to go holiday shopping with Washington County Deputies who serve the City of Cornelius. 

Sheriff’s Deputies arrested a man who is accused of driving the Mazda that struck and seriously injured Mr. Weise.

Sheriff’s Deputies have been searching for the person(s) responsible for stealing delivered packages off of porches. Package thefts increase during the holidays as many gifts are shipped and delivered to unattended homes and businesses. Deputies received a break in this case when a citizen reported their bicycle was stolen which led to the theft suspects.

Deputies made over 300 traffic stops for a variety of reasons and arrested 32 impaired drivers over the holiday reporting period. There were several impaired driving crashes reported, fortunately none of them involved serious injuries.

A Sheriff’s Deputy attempted to stop a stolen motorcycle that refused to yield to him, the man was ultimately arrested.

Washington County Sheriff’s Deputies are searching for a man after he allegedly broke into a residence and took property.

Sheriff’s Deputies arrested eight impaired drivers over the weekend enhanced DUII traffic safety enforcement. There will be another traffic safety mission announced for the upcoming holiday weekend.

Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a crash where a semi truck and a bicyclist collided.  The bicyclist did not survive his injuries.

Washington County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested two men after they allegedly robbed a woman.

Today, Sheriff’s Deputies took a report of a stolen vehicle from an animal shelter in Aloha.  The vehicle contained eight, six-week-old kittens.  The car and the kittens were recovered safely about an hour and a half later.

On Saturday, Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a call of a man who was set on fire by unknown suspects.  They discovered that it was the tent and not the man that was lit on fire.  He was uninjured and no suspects are in custody.

Vicheka Ly was captured in Los Angeles on November 12, 2014. It was reported that a female friend of Ms. Ly in Los Angeles became suspicious when she discovered she was missing money. The friend made an Internet search on Vicheka Ly and saw the Sheriff’s Office press release and local media coverage concerning Ms. Ly.

Washington County Sheriff’s Deputies assisted by other agencies including the U.S. Marshals captured two wanted fugitives.  One suspect had warrants for bank robbery and the other was wanted for numerous crimes including parole violations.  Both were considered armed and dangerous.

The City of Cornelius, in partnership with Centro Cultural of Washington County, will provide a holiday dinner for members of the community in need. This hot meal will be offered at no cost and is expected to feed about 600 people.