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On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 1:02 a.m., a Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputy patrolling in the community of Aloha near SW 185th Avenue and SW Johnson saw the driver of a 2011 silver Hyundai Elantra take off at a high rate of speed.

On Sunday, March 16, 2025, at 8:51 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to an armed robbery called in from the Godfather’s Pizza located at 17691 SW Farmington Road in the community of Aloha.

On Friday, December 20, 2024, a Washington County grand jury heard the evidence in this case and indicted Jose Lucas Morfin Jr. on Manslaughter charges.

Spring has arrived! With all the exciting seasonal activities and changes, reviewing safety measures is essential. This spring, prioritize your home and family’s safety by following proactive guidelines.

Mark your calendar for the 2025 Washington County K9 Trials competition! Join us for a FREE FAMILY EVENT as law enforcement K9 teams compete for first place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the Hillsboro Stadium.

Want to serve your community but can’t make a full-time commitment? Consider joining the Sheriff’s Office Reserve Program! The deadline to apply is April 1, 2025.

Just before midnight on February 25, 2025, Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to an armed robbery in the parking lot of the Jenkins Estate on SW Grabhorn Road in Aloha.

On Monday, February 17, 2025, at about 1:00 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of shots being fired near SW 159th Avenue and SW Blanton Street in the community of Aloha.

In this month’s newsletter, we reflect on 2024 with Sheriff Massey; we also invite you to explore exciting career opportunities with WCSO, feature live-action training for first responders, welcome K9 Puddles to our team, and more!

A Newberg man was killed after crashing his car into a semi-truck.

Sheriff Caprice Massey reflects back on the hard work and resilience of our Washington County Sheriff's Office staff in 2024 - together we continue to make a difference!

Looking for ways to give back? Check out WCSO's Special Edition newsletter, featuring volunteer opportunities you won't want to miss! Some deadlines are coming up fast - don't wait!

Spring 2025 welcomes back our WCSO Community Academy! REGISTER NOW for this eight-class series, Wednesday evenings from April 2 to May 21, 6pm-9pm, and experience interactive demonstrations, specialized tours, and an in-depth look into our operations.

In late October 2024, a Violent Crimes Unit detective from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of sexual abuse in the City of 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! Registration closes April 19, 2025.

In late January 2025, a detective from the Violent Crimes Unit for the Washington County Sheriff’s Office began investigating reports of a man exposing himself to women and performing acts of indecency.

On Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at 10:00 p.m., a Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputy saw a vehicle drive off at a high rate of speed from a business near the intersection of SW 185th Avenue and SW Tualatin Valley Highway.

On Sunday, January 12, 2025, at about 2:30 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a welfare check for a woman who had fallen out of a kayak while recreating on the Tualatin River near Meriwether National Golf Club.

On Friday, January 24, 2025, at 12:13 a.m., Oregon State Police notified Washington County law enforcement about a white Infiniti sedan that had eluded them in Tillamook County.

Deputies arrested a man wanted for armed robbery out of Mississippi after he attempted to flee in a vehicle and on foot. The man was found with a large sum of cash and armed with a handgun.