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On February 26, 2024, at approximately 2:50 a.m., a Washington County Sheriff's deputy attempted to stop a silver Honda Accord for a traffic violation near the city of Banks.

WCSO Detectives are asking for help to identify a male suspect who placed a hidden recording device in a fitting room and also inappropriately touched an employee at the Scappoose Fred Meyer store.

On Thursday, February 22, 2024, at 2:05 a.m., deputies from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of mail theft in the 4500 block of SW 160th Avenue in Beaverton.

On Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at approximately 7:18 a.m., deputies from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a road rage incident near the intersection of South 20th Avenue and Baseline Street in Cornelius.

Washington County teenagers between the ages of 14-17: Join our Search and Rescue Team to learn life skills, build kinship with other dedicated youth, get involved, and help make a difference!

On Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at approximately 11:34 a.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a theft occurring at the Target located at 12675 NW Cornell Road.

On January 25, 2024, investigators with the Westside Interagency Narcotics Team (WIN) assisted Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) in the seizure of eight 55-gallon barrels of liquid Heroin in the back of a U-Haul truck. The 370 gallons of liquid Hero

Want to serve your community but can’t make a full-time commitment? Consider joining the Sheriff’s Office Reserve Program! Join us for a special Q&A session to learn more about this unique volunteer opportunity.

Check out the latest newsletter from WCSO! Sheriff Caprice Massey shares achievements and initiatives of WCSO throughout 2023. Stay up-to-date with recent public safety news, including successful suspect apprehensions, drug recoveries, and more.

Effective Monday, January 22, 2024, the North Plains City Council welcomes Sergeant Nick Jones as the City's new Police Chief in partnership with the Washington County Sheriff's Office (WCSO).

As we journey into this new year, we’d like to recognize the commendable work of your remarkable Washington County Sheriff’s Office team throughout 2023. Hear the latest from Sheriff Caprice Massey.

Community members are invited to provide comment on the quality of law enforcement services in their area.

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.

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

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!