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The Washington County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) faces a critical challenge in maintaining full jail capacity. The recent staffing shortage has reduced the number of beds available in the Washington County Jail. To address this issue, WCSO seeks individuals

On Monday, November 27, 2023, at 7:18 a.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a traffic crash near the intersection of SW 65th Avenue and SW Prosperity Park Road involving a motorcycle and a school bus.

On Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at 12:33 a.m., the Washington County Sheriff's Office received multiple 911 calls about a white Mini Cooper driving in the wrong direction on Highway 26 westbound.

On November 8, 2023, medical staff in the Washington County Jail were attending to an 82-year-old adult in custody (AIC) who subsequently went into cardiac arrest.

The City of Cornelius, in partnership with Centro Cultural de Washington County and the Washington County Sheriff's Office, is proud to announce the Eighth Annual Cornelius Community Dinner.

The Washington County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in an investigation involving fraudulent activities and financial exploitation of a vulnerable individual.

Washington County Sheriff’s Office Violent Crimes Detectives arrested 38-year-old Ryan Claussen on charges stemming from allegations of sexual assault.

In August 2023, Washington County detectives learned of a sex trafficking ring connected to a home in the Bethany neighborhood. Over a dozen people, including two juveniles, have been connected to the ring, which operated in multiple states.

The City of Cornelius, in partnership with Centro Cultural de Washington County, and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, is excited to announce the Eighth Annual Cornelius Community Dinner on Saturday, November 18, 2023.

On October 10, 2023, deputies from the Washington County Sheriff's Office were involved in a vehicle pursuit with a 2016 Kia Sorento. One of the occupants in the vehicle fired a gun at one of the deputies during the pursuit.

On October 13 and 14, 2023, the Sheriff’s Office arrested eight people while running a mission focused on a home which has generated more than 60 calls for service in 2023, often related to suspected drug activity.

A 63-year-old woman was killed in a head-on crash.

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help with a missing person cold case.

Check out the latest WCSO updates in this month's newsletter! Highlights include the exciting news of Undersheriff Caprice Massey's appointment as the new Sheriff of Washington County, starting on December 1, 2023, and updates from our Traffic team.

The Washington County Sheriff's Office is announcing the indictment and subsequent arrest of Gerardo "Cesar" De Paz Mayorga, a 33-year-old male, on multiple charges of sexual assault.

On Sunday, October 9th, 2023, just after 7:30 pm, Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a stabbing incident at the Gyro House on 530 SW 205th Avenue in Aloha.

On Tuesday, October 3, 2023, at around 3 p.m., the Washington County Sheriff's Office received a report of a traffic crash in the 12000 block of NW Ashton Dr. The incident involved a 2017 Dodge Ram truck and a young child.

On Tuesday, October 3, 2023, the Washington County Board of Commissioners voted to appoint Undersheriff Caprice Massey as the new Sheriff of Washington County. Sheriff Pat Garrett plans to retire on November 30 after 35 years of dedicated service.

With mixed emotions, we announce the forthcoming retirement of Washington County Sheriff Pat Garrett, effective November 30, 2023. Sheriff Garrett has served our community with dedication and distinction throughout his 35-year career.

A teen driver was killed in a high-speed crash and three passengers were injured.