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On Thursday, March 28, 2024, at 03:50 a.m., deputies from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office serving the city of Cornelius observed a dark-colored sedan going the wrong way on Pacific Avenue near Filbert Street.

This month's WCSO newsletter is jam-packed with exciting articles and insights you won't want to miss. Get an insider's look at the upcoming Washington County K9 Trials, learn more about volunteer programs, and highlights from WCSO's dedicated team.

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Over the St. Patrick’s Day holiday weekend, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Safety Unit participated in a joint operation with law enforcement partners to conduct a high-visibility-enforcement mission (HVE).

On March 18th, 2024, a Washington County Sheriff's Office deputy observed a stolen vehicle, a 1999 Honda Civic, driving on the roadway near SW 84th Ave. and SW Barnes Rd. The deputy attempted to make a traffic stop, but the driver fled.

The Washington County Sheriff's Office arrested a student from Aloha High School for his involvement in drug distribution and illegal possession of firearms.

Hosted by Washington County Parks and supported by local partners, this family-friendly competition promises a day of fun and fishing at the lake.

Organizada por los Parques del Condado de Washington y apoyada por socios locales, esta competencia familiar promete un día de diversión y pesca en el lago.

Investigators seek to identify a critical adult witness who they believe was with the two minor witnesses.

County Auditor Kristine Adams-Wannberg releases the list of audits that will start this year.

On Friday, March 15, 2024, Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies received a call from a female community member about a suspicious encounter she had with 55-year-old Jimmy Jen Liu. The woman reported that she responded to an ad on Craiglist looking

One hundred and eighty years ago, a Sheriff’s family mission and story of public service began. We invite you to delve deeper into the history of Washington County and our Sheriff’s ancestral ties dating back to the beginning!

The County Auditor's Office has determined that the County has implemented many of the recommendations of the 2022 Racial/Ethnic Diversity of County Boards and Commissions Report.

Ober’s portfolio will include Facilities, Fleet and Parks Services, Information Technology Services and the county’s Sustainability Program.

Family Promise of Tualatin Valley operates a former hotel as the thriving Bridge to Home Shelter, a space for families and medically fragile adults to stay and access long-term housing resources supported by Washington County’s SHS resources.

El 21 de marzo, 2 de abril y 6 de abril se llevarán a cabo foros sobre lo que se está considerando hacer para regular el desarrollo en las áreas de recursos naturales importantes del condado. La modalidad del foro del 2 de abril será virtual.

Forums to hear what is being considered for regulating development in the County’s Significant Natural Resource areas will take place March 21, April 2 and April 6. The April 2 forum will be virtual.

On Monday, March 4, 2024, Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of an assault in the 7000 block of SW 189th Avenue in Beaverton.

Award comes as 65 other Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) across the country receive financial support from the federal government for more Veteran-focused supportive housing

In February 2024, Violent Crimes Unit detectives with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office began investigating 23-year-old Marquise D. Brazile for numerous crimes against more than one underage victim.