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April 2025 Newsletter

Discover essential safety tips, learn how to protect your vehicle, and find out how you can get involved with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. Plus, don’t miss the announcement of our upcoming Virtual Ride-Along on May 2!
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Man Deceased in Early Morning Traffic Crash

On Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 1:23 a.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a traffic crash on SW Farmington Road near SW 190th Avenue. Deputies arrived to find three vehicles involved with one man deceased.
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Man Arrested for Sexual Abuse of Juveniles

In December 2024, detectives with the Washington County Sheriff's Office Violent Crimes Unit began investigating 47-year-old Michael Wormington of Banks for allegations of sexual abuse and other concerning disclosures made by juvenile victims.
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Deputies Ask for Assistance Locating Missing and Endangered Male

On Sunday, April 13, 2025, around 3:30 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of a missing person named John Browne. Browne was last seen on April 13 at 11:00 a.m., near his home on SW Blanton Street and SW 198th Avenue in
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Man Dies in Motorcycle Crash South of Hillsboro

On Friday, April 4, 2025, at 10:08 p.m., deputies from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a motorcycle crash in the area of SW River Road near SW Farmington Road, south of Hillsboro. One man died in the crash.
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Sixteen Arrested in Organized Retail Theft Mission

On April 4, 2025, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office collaborated with the Beaverton Police Department and loss prevention staff from Target and Home Depot on an organized retail theft mission. During the mission, 16 people were arrested.
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Man Arresting for Sexually Assaulting Multiple Women

In February 2025, detectives with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office Violent Crimes Unit began investigating a sexual assault case. Over the following weeks, detectives interviewed multiple women who said they had been raped or sexually assaulted.
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Woman Arrested for Attempted Murder

Early on Saturday morning, March 22, 2025, at around 7:40 a.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a disturbance involving a weapon on the 18400 block of NW Chemeketa Lane.
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March 2025 Newsletter

Don't miss out on the latest news, including the upcoming Washington County K9 Trials (May 17), recent successes of our K9 team, traffic safety efforts, and much more.
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K9 Track Locates Fleeing Suspect

On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 1:02 a.m., a Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputy patrolling in the community of Aloha near SW 185th Avenue and SW Johnson saw the driver of a 2011 silver Hyundai Elantra take off at a high rate of speed.
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Investigators Seek the Identity of Armed Robber

On Sunday, March 16, 2025, at 8:51 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to an armed robbery called in from the Godfather’s Pizza located at 17691 SW Farmington Road in the community of Aloha.
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Spring Safety Guide

Spring has arrived! With all the exciting seasonal activities and changes, reviewing safety measures is essential. This spring, prioritize your home and family’s safety by following proactive guidelines.
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Five People Arrested After Armed Robbery

Just before midnight on February 25, 2025, Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to an armed robbery in the parking lot of the Jenkins Estate on SW Grabhorn Road in Aloha.
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Investigators Arrest Man for Aloha Shooting

On Monday, February 17, 2025, at about 1:00 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of shots being fired near SW 159th Avenue and SW Blanton Street in the community of Aloha.
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January/February 2025 Newsletter

In this month’s newsletter, we reflect on 2024 with Sheriff Massey; we also invite you to explore exciting career opportunities with WCSO, feature live-action training for first responders, welcome K9 Puddles to our team, and more!
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