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Members appointed to Planning Commission and Rural Road Operations and Maintenance Advisory Committee.

On Friday, December 29, 2023, at 2:28 a.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a request for assistance from Astoria Police Department in locating a reckless driver who took off from them after attempting a traffic stop.

On Sunday, December 24, 2023, at 2:21 a.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a break-in alarm at the Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals at 26385 NW Groveland Drive in unincorporated Washington County.

On Monday, February 6, 2023, deputies from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a reported assault at 11475 SW Tonquin Road. A 47-year-old male victim reported being ambushed and shot outside his business office.

In conjunction with the December holiday shopping season, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office recently began targeting thieves who steal packages delivered to porches across the county.

On Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at approximately 4:30 PM, an adult in custody (AIC) notified a deputy working in one of the housing units that two AICs were unresponsive and not breathing in the recreation area.

On Friday, December 8, 2023, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office collaborated with asset protection personnel from Target and conducted an organized retail theft mission at the Target store at 10775 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Highway near Beaverton.

Hillsboro, OR -- Washington County Auditor Kristine Adams-Wannberg released her review of the County's five financial policies. The audit highlights one policy that compared well to best practices and other areas where policies need improvements.

Just Compassion breaks ground on future year-round shelter and access center funded by Washington County allocation of voter-approved Supportive Housing Services measure.

Washington County Sheriff’s Office Violent Crimes Detectives arrested 46-year-old Seferino Tosie on charges originating from allegations of sexual assault.

Washington County Public Health contracted with ECONorthwest to conduct an analysis of current infrastructure and projected workforce needs to expand early learning and care for infants and children through age five.

Check out the latest WCSO updates in this month's newsletter! Highlights include Sheriff Caprice Massey's appointment as the new Sheriff of Washington County, our upcoming Coffee Talk with a Recruiter, recap of the Cornelius Community Dinner, and more!

On Friday, December 8, 2023, at 9:07 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a single-vehicle fatal crash on SW River Rd, south of SW Farmington Rd.

Safe Rest Pods on SW 17th Avenue reopens, debuting 30 new pallet home shelters and offering a life-saving steppingstone to long-term housing stability.

On Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at about 12:38 p.m., Deputies from the Washington County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to a parking lot in the 3000 block of SW 187th Avenue to investigate a suspicious vehicle after a member of the community reported it

On Tuesday, December 5th, 2023, at 10:20 a.m., the Washington County Sheriff's Office responded to a call from a community member reporting a possible body in Bronson Creek.

The County Auditor released her 2023 annual report, highlighting achievements and her office's plans for 2024.

On Monday, November 20, 2023, at 11:38 a.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a traffic crash near the 17000 block of SW Roy Rogers Road.

Los resultados certificados de la Elección Especial del 7 de noviembre de 2023 para el Condado de Washington se han publicado en el sitio web de Elecciones del Condado de Washington.