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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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Rafael Abinacer Found Guilty in Child Sexual Abuse Case

A jury convicted Rafael Abinacer of multiple crimes related to his sexual abuse of a minor. He was originally convicted in 2014, but the case had to be retried due to the non-unanimous jury decision (11-1).
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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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Update: Morfin Jr. Indicted for Manslaughter

Updated

On Friday, December 20, 2024, a Washington County grand jury heard the evidence in this case and indicted Jose Lucas Morfin Jr. on Manslaughter charges.
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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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Washington County K9 Trials

Mark your calendar for the 2024 Washington County K9 Trials competition! Join us for a FREE FAMILY EVENT as law enforcement K9 teams compete for first place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the Hillsboro Stadium.
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Reserve Deputy Program Accepting Applications

Want to serve your community but can’t make a full-time commitment? Consider joining the Sheriff’s Office Reserve Program! The deadline to apply is April 1, 2025.
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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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