Washington County Sheriff's Office - News in the Grove (Page 2)

ASK WCSO: Stay Safe While Shopping Online

Online shopping scams are all too frequent, especially during the holiday season. Shopping from the comfort of your home and on the go has become increasingly popular; still, its essential to be cautious about where and how you share your personal information. Here are some tips to protect yourself

By Chas Hundley

/ 14 Nov 2024

ASK WCSO: Stay Safe While Shopping Online

ASKWCSO: Back to school driver & pedestrian safety

With school back in session, what are some ways to stay alert on the road and when walking?

By Chas Hundley

/ 12 Sep 2024

ASKWCSO: Back to school driver & pedestrian safety

ASK WCSO: Back to School Safety

"With school quickly approaching, we want all students, teachers, parents, and neighbors to do their part in ensuring a safe and fun school year," writes the Washington County Sheriff's Office in this month's ASK WCSO column.

By Chas Hundley

/ 1 Aug 2024

ASK WCSO: Reporting a Crime

"By reporting what you see, we can watch for trends in suspicious activity and adjust patrols," says the Washington County Sheriff's Office in this month's ASK WCSO.

By Chas Hundley

/ 4 Jun 2024

ASK WCSO: Window Fall Safety

ASK WCSO is a monthly column produced by the Washington County Sheriff's Office covering safety tips and other useful crime prevention education. This month: Window Fall Safety.

By Chas Hundley

/ 18 Apr 2024

Body of man missing since February found near Coast Range summit

The body of Thomas Geiger, a man missing in the Tillamook State Forest since February, was found Saturday at the summit of the Coast Range near Highway 6.

By Chas Hundley

/ 2 Nov 2022

Body of man missing since February found near Coast Range summit

Third person in two months dies at Washington County Jail

The Washington County Sheriffs Office disclosed Thursday evening that a 51-year-old man had died Wednesday evening at the Washington County Jail. According to the sheriffs office, the man,

By Chas Hundley

/ 2 Jun 2022

Third person in two months dies at Washington County Jail

Hit-and-run crash in Gales Creek leads to dozens of police vehicles near Highways 6 and 8 junction

Washington County's Tactical Negotiations Team drives through Downtown Gales Creek on Thursday, October 28, 2021. Photo: Chas Hundley Read updated story here. Gales Creek is the site of

By Chas Hundley

/ 28 Oct 2021

Hit-and-run crash in Gales Creek leads to dozens of police vehicles near Highways 6 and 8 junction

Late night shooting results in highway closure between Banks and Gales Creek

Parson Road and Highway 6 on May 19, 2018. Photo: Chas Hundley A late night shooting in the Parson Road area near Highway 6 caused an extended highway closure as

By Chas Hundley

/ 10 Sep 2021

Late night shooting results in highway closure between Banks and Gales Creek

Three schools in Forest Grove, Cornelius on lockout as deputies search for shooting suspect in south Cornelius area

The Forest Grove School District central office. Photo: Chas Hundley Update: Peraza-Domenech was arrested around 3:40 p.m. and lodged into the Washington County Jail on charges of attempted

By Chas Hundley

/ 16 Apr 2021

Three schools in Forest Grove, Cornelius on lockout as deputies search for shooting suspect in south Cornelius area

Sheriff's office seeks public assistance in Saturday Cornelius shooting

Jordan Curry Brown mugshot from an April 2019 arrest. Photo: WCSO UPDATE: According to the Washington County Sheriff's Office, Brown turned himself in to deputies Sunday night. He

By Chas Hundley

/ 30 Aug 2020

Sheriff's office seeks public assistance in Saturday Cornelius shooting

One year after shooting, Wash. Co. Sheriff's Officer Cpl. Braun shares recovery update

Joy Braun, Jeremy Braun, and Sheriff Pat Garrett. Photo: Chas Hundley//Gales Creek Journal HILLSBORO - One year ago today, law enforcement agencies descended on a home near Hagg Lake

By Chas Hundley

/ 8 Aug 2020

One year after shooting, Wash. Co. Sheriff's Officer Cpl. Braun shares recovery update