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Cristian Abarca received 150 months in prison for two first-degree robberies. He stole a car at knifepoint and robbed a man of his wallet and groceries. DNA evidence linked him to both crimes.

A Washington County jury convicted Cesar Alvarez-Alcazar of second-degree murder and unlawful weapon use for a 2022 shooting. He received a life sentence with parole after 25 years.

Brett Church Michie pleaded guilty to child sexual abuse charges, receiving a 300-month prison sentence. He was caught sharing and possessing child sexual abuse materials, including images of his own abuse.

Benjamin Bowers pleaded guilty to multiple sexual abuse charges for assaulting three victims, including a child, while working as a massage therapist. He received a 60-month prison sentence, sex offender registration, treatment, and a ban from practicing.

Washington County's Rapid Fitness to Proceed program efficiently determines defendants' mental fitness, significantly reducing pre-trial jail time, and saving millions in taxpayer dollars.

Media release from the District Attorney's office from 4/11/2024

Rose Sunrise was sentenced to 30 years for a crime spree including arson, burglary, and manslaughter in Hillsboro, OR. The crimes destroyed the Weil Arcade, killed one person, and caused multiple fires.

Joshua Best received a 90-month prison sentence for attempted second-degree murder with a firearm after shooting at a Sunset Strip employee. He was a felon who was apprehended with the weapon.

Sara Moore was sentenced to 18 months in prison, license suspension, and fines after pleading guilty to a DUI-related crash. The crash, caused by Moore driving under the influence, seriously injured another person.

David Baynes was convicted of second-degree murder and unlawful weapon use for a September 2022 shooting fueled by jealousy. He was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum of 25 years. Baynes, a felon, shot the unarmed victim 15 times.

Washington County’s Economic Development Program, launched in 2021, shares the progress made toward enhancing small business support, advancing workforce development efforts and leading new strategic initiatives.

Bret Hollmann received a four-year prison sentence for assaulting his daughter and possessing fentanyl after she overdosed on the drug he purchased. He was also caught using fentanyl at the hospital. The DA cited this case to support Measure 110 reform.

Ana Mercedes Miranda received 100 months in prison for abusing children in her care, including severe physical and emotional mistreatment, and attempting to tamper with witnesses.

Glen Sagastume-Garcia was sentenced to 75 months in prison for sexually abusing an acquaintance in a Beaverton motel. He used force after initial consent, ignored her demands to stop, and was ordered to register as a sex offender.

Former Hillsboro Fire Lieutenant Steven Klaus was convicted of multiple sex crimes against a child and sentenced to 25 years. The abuse, involving hidden cameras and child sex abuse material, spanned years and locations. The victim displayed resilience.

Timothy Meeker, 72, pleaded guilty to sexually abusing two children and was sentenced to 100 months in prison. The abuse, spanning several years, was revealed through victim disclosures and investigations.

Daniel Rock was found guilty of child exploitation and luring. He was sentenced to 70 months in prison, ordered to register as a sex offender, have no contact with the victim, pay a $50,000 fine, and undergo sex offender training.

Media release from the District Attorney's office from 11/27/2023

Media release from the District Attorney's office from 11/22/2023