Wishing You a Safe & Joyful Holiday Season! | |
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As the year comes to a close, all of us at the Washington County Sheriff’s Office want to extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones this holiday season.
This is a time for celebration, connection, and reflection—and we are grateful for the opportunity to serve such a vibrant and supportive community. Together, we’ve made strides toward keeping Washington County the safest urban county in Oregon.
As you enjoy this special time of year, we encourage you to prioritize safety:
- Plan ahead to avoid impaired driving.
- Look out for one another.
- And, as always, buckle up and drive with care.
From our family to yours, we wish you a joyful holiday season and a bright start to the new year. Thank you for trusting us to serve and protect.
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On Saturday, November 23, 2024, the City of Cornelius, in partnership with Centro Cultural de Washington County, and the Washington County Sheriff's Office, hosted the Ninth Annual Cornelius Community Dinner. Partners were delighted to serve a free holiday meal to all community members.
The event was held at Cornelius Elementary School and served nearly 500 meals!
The dinner was made possible through the collaboration and generous donations of multiple community partners and wonderful volunteers who contributed to this event’s success.
The chance to share a meal and engage in conversation with fellow community members is what makes the Cornelius Community Dinner a truly special and favorite event for many. It brings people together, providing a sense of warmth and connection during the holiday season.
The planning committee looks forward to continuing this cherished tradition that holds great meaning to our community, spreading holiday cheer as we enter the season of giving.
We look forward to seeing you next year!
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This December, Celebrate Safely! | |
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December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month—a reminder to make responsible choices during the holidays.
Plan ahead to stay safe:
- Never drive under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medications.
- Use a designated driver or rideshare.
- Ensure guests leave your gathering with a sober driver.
- Talk to teens about impaired driving and offer them a safe ride.
- Always buckle up.
- Remember - if you feel different, you drive different.
Let’s make this season joyful and safe for everyone!
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On Sunday, November 24, 2024, at 9:41 p.m., a Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputy assigned to the Traffic Safety Unit was following a suspected impaired driver on SW Hall Blvd. in the City of Tigard.
When the vehicle reached a dead end, the driver suddenly reversed, striking the deputy’s patrol car. Fortunately, the deputy was not seriously injured.
After further investigation, the driver, was arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII) and Reckless Driving. They later provided a breath sample that registered a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .19, more than twice the legal limit.
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On Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at 1:49 a.m., deputies working in the City of Cornelius observed a car that was failing to maintain its lane.
They noted that one tire on the car was flat and another was shredded. As the driver continued, the car traveled on the rim, causing it to bounce noticeably. Deputies determined that just 20 minutes earlier, this same car had been driven on railroad tracks in the City of Hillsboro.
Deputies stopped the vehicle and later arrested the driver for DUII and Reckless Driving. The investigating deputy applied for and obtained a search warrant to collect blood evidence from the driver in this case.
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Our detectives and deputies work proactively year-round to combat package thefts in our community. Here’s how you can help protect your packages:
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Track your packages: Use tracking numbers provided and stay updated on the delivery status. Know when to expect your packages and plan to secure them promptly.
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Provide delivery instructions: Request packages to be placed in a secure location or ask delivery companies to require a signature before dropping them off.
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Opt for in-store pickup: When available, choose the option to pick up your packages from a local store or delivery locker.
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Do not leave packages unattended: If you plan on being gone for an extended period, ask family, friends, or neighbors to pick up packages.
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Stay connected: Use text notifications to receive updates on your deliveries. Let your neighbors know if you had a package stolen so they can stay vigilant.
Remember, if a package theft does occur, please report it to us by calling the non-emergency number at 503-629-0111 or by completing an online report. If you see the theft occurring, call 9-1-1.
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Stolen WCCCA Radio Recovered
In early November, a Forest Grove Police sergeant informed the Sheriff’s Office of a report from a Washington County Consolidated Communications Agency (WCCCA) radio tech that a radio with WCCCA frequencies was posted for sale on Facebook Marketplace.
Suspecting it was stolen, the radio tech asked the seller for the serial number of the radio and was able to confirm it had previously been stolen from a Washington County Land Use and Transportation tractor.
At this point, Sheriff’s Office detectives contacted the seller and asked to purchase the radio. The seller was attempting to get $450 for it, despite its approximate value of $4,000. A meet up time for the sale was set up, and when the seller arrived, a Sheriff’s Office patrol deputy was able to take them into custody. They have since been charged with theft in the first degree.
The radio was recovered thanks to the WCCCA employee's great awareness and the interdepartmental and interagency cooperation of law enforcement personnel around the county.
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- Veteran's preference
- Incentive and premium pay for education and special teams
- Bilingual pay
- Insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision, life, occupational life and long-term disability)
- Retirement benefits (PERS/OPSRP and deferred compensation)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Relocation assistance
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