K9 Trials, E-Bike Safety & Summer Events ☀️

Summer is almost here and there is a lot happening across Washington County.

In this month's newsletter, you'll find highlights from the 2026 K9 Trials, important e-bike safety reminders for families, information about Elder Abuse Awareness Month, and upcoming ways to connect with us in the community - from the County Fair to National Night Out.

As always, thank you for allowing us the opportunity to serve Washington County.

K9 Trials Highlights You Don't Want to Miss!

Miss the excitement at the Washington County K9 Trials? No worries — our recap video is now available!

Congratulations to K9 Dutch and Officer Parker from the Beaverton Police Department for taking first place at the 19th Annual Washington County K9 Trials!

Great job as well to K9 Puddles and Corporal Akin for earning second place, and K9 Poker and Officer Garcia-Cash from Springfield Police Department for securing third. Thank you to all the teams who participated, everyone did a fantastic job!

We would also like to extend our gratitude to our event co-host, the Sheriff's Office Foundation of Washington County, for their partnership and support, as well as to all of our other community partners.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 Washington County K9 Trials!

E-Bike Safety: 5 Things Every Parent should Know

E-bikes are popping up everywhere in Washington County! We’re excited to see our community embracing new ways to get around—and we also hear your concerns about these devices.

This summer, we’ll be sharing important tips to help riders and their families use e-bikes safely and responsibly. Not all e-bikes are the same, and it’s important to know the Oregon laws that apply.

Here are five things every rider and parent should know to help keep everyone safe:

Age Matters – You must be a minimum of 14 to ride Class 1 e-bikes or e-scooters. You must be 16 to ride other electric devices.
Speed changes everything – with more speed comes more serious crashes. Don’t let your e-bike take you to the ER.
A helmet is non-negotiable – Every ride, every time.
Different bikes have different rules – E-bike riders must know and follow all laws for their device.
Supervision and boundaries matter – If you are letting your teenager use one of these devices, set clear rules, know where they are, and how fast they are going.

E-bikes can be fun, but they can also be dangerous. The Sheriff’s Office wants to remind all riders to follow the rules of the road and ride responsibly.

Elder Abuse Awareness Month

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month, emphasizing the abuse and neglect faced by elderly adults.

About 1 in 10 adults over 60 in the U.S. experience elder abuse—financial, emotional, physical, sexual, or neglect. Raise awareness by checking on older neighbors and loved ones, recognizing warning signs, and reporting abuse.

In an effort to help provide services for victims of crimes, the WCSO’s Elder Safe Program assists victims aged 65 and older after a crime is reported, providing support through the criminal justice system.

Mark Your Calendar - Upcoming Community Events

The Washington County Fair is just around the corner, and WCSO is excited for another year of BIG FAIR FUN! We can't wait to see everyone at the fairgrounds for ten days of festivities.

Be sure to stop by our booth in the Wingspan Expo Center. You can visit us July 24 - August 2nd. Our booth will be open weekdays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. or on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Come check out a patrol car, learn more about how we serve the community, and get to know some of our special teams.

If you see a deputy patrolling the fairgrounds, be sure to say hello!

Fun fact: You may notice some of our deputies sporting cowboy hats at the fair. The tradition is a nod to the agricultural roots and rural communities of Washington County, and they add to the festive atmosphere of the fair.

National Night Out 2026

Registration for National Night Out (NNO) 2026 is now open!

On Tuesday, August 4th, the Sheriff’s Office encourages Washington County community members to participate in upcoming NNO celebrations!

Are you planning on hosting an NNO event this year? If so, we would love to be part of it! We can all work together as partners to promote safe and inviting neighborhoods, and we would love to join your celebrations!

Neighborhoods are encouraged to host block parties, parades, festivals, potlucks, or any other fun event that will bring their community and law enforcement together.

We’re excited to spend time with you and welcome the opportunity to come together in a positive, community-focused way.

2025 WCSO Annual Report - Ready to View

No matter where you live in Washington County, we serve you.

Our Annual Report takes a closer look at the work happening across the county - the calls for service, partnerships, innovations, and people working every day to support public safety.

We invite you to take a look and learn more about the many ways your Sheriff's Office serves Washington County.

Read it here: wcsoannualreport.com