Sheriff's Office News

A Beaverton man was arrested after he threatened Sheriff’s Deputies who were attempting to arrest him on felony warrants. The man barricaded himself in his apartment and was ultimately arrested.

As part of a national event sponsored by Starbucks, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office is participating in two opportunities to have “Coffee with a Cop.”

Investigators determined that David Warren, the driver of the Bronco, committed violations that were contributing factors in the May 22, 2015 crash with David Garcia. Yesterday, Mr. Warren was issued citations for Dangerous Left Turn and Careless Driving. His court date is scheduled for June 17, 2015.

Washington County Sheriff Pat Garrett extends his invitation to veterans, families and friends to honor this Memorial Day Holiday at a special ceremony. This event honors the members of the armed forces that made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their country.

Washington County Sheriff’s Deputies attempted to stop a suspected DUII driver.  She attempted to elude deputies and at one point struck a patrol car.  She was arrested for DUII and related charges.

Washington County Sheriff’s Deputies, in partnership with the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and local law enforcement agencies will be on the roads providing extra patrol to enhance safety for this Memorial Day holiday travel period.

Early this morning a woman was arrested after causing a two-vehicle crash.  One person was injured in the crash.  The suspect was charged with multiple charges including assault and resisting arrest.

Tonight, a man driving west on NW Gales Creek Road failed to negotiate a turn and crashed his car.  The car rolled and the driver died at the scene.

Washington County Sheriff’s Deputies were called<br />to an area overgrown with brush in the community of Aloha concerning human remains that were discovered.<br />

Sheriff’s Deputies were able to locate Mr. Richard Gehr with the assistance of the Portland Police Bureau. Mr. Gehr was located while riding Trimet in Portland shortly after 5:00 p.m.