Free Summertime Fun This Saturday!
Oh no, the Dog Days of Summer are almost over and you haven't found a way to celebrate. Why not take your family outdoors to celebrate with the dogs? The forecast for this Saturday calls for a very pleasant 73 degrees, and we have a great event for all ages!
From 11:00 to 1:00, at Century High School in Hillsboro, your kids can ride a bike or a scooter through an obstacle course, visit with McGruff the Crime Fighting Dog, and have fun learning all about safety. You can also help them climb onto a motorcycle and take a picture, try on a new bike helmet, or spin the prize wheel . . . all for the kids of course!
More fun kicks off at noon as police canine teams from all over the area compete to show their skills in suspect apprehension, area searches, and their speed in an obstacle course. Join the fun with your family -- and cheer on these amazing canine teams!
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![[index]](graphics/up.gif) Marijuana Seized in Aloha Raid
Interagency Teams Respond
 On July 21, 2010, investigators from the Westside Interagency Narcotics (WIN) Team served a search warrant at 3310 SW 173rd Avenue in the community of Aloha. Investigators had information that marijuana was being grown and sold at the residence.
Assisted by the Washington County Tactical Negotiations Team, WIN investigators arrested three adults who live in the house. One person was a registered caregiver with the Oregon Medical Marijuana Program (OMMP), and another is a patient and grower registered with the OMMP.
WIN investigators seized 119 marijuana plants from the home and nearly four pounds of harvested marijuana. They also seized two guns, a Mac 11 9mm semi-automatic pistol, and a 12 gauge shotgun. The photo shows some of the live plants that were seized. All three adults were charged with Manufacture, Distribution, and Possession of Marijuana.
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Remember Your First Driving Lesson?
 Maybe it was your Dad who drew the short straw and won the prize of giving your first driving lesson. Proud to sit behind the wheel in that parking lot, you had to learn everything you forgot to watch as a kid: release the parking brake, signal for turns, and keep the gas and brake pedals straight.
Or, maybe you learned on a manual transmission -- stop-go go-go-jerk-stop smile-try-again-go-go-jerk-kill the engine. Sure, you remember, but then within a few weeks, it all became second nature.
Well, the new Flashing Yellow Arrow lights are little like that for some people. We are asking you to take a new driver lesson, and it is really important. It might be a bit uncomfortable or it might make perfect sense to you right away. It is just a video to watch – and then share with drivers you know and work with. Help us keep everyone safe by ensuring we all know the latest rules of the Flashing Yellow Arrows.
Learning about flashing yellow arrows might avoid your seeing our flashing red and blues in your rear-view mirror. Better yet, it might prevent a crash.
 When Did the Chicken Cross the Road?
Clearly we still have chickens today. This is because some hybrid varieties were able to gain access to the Internet before crossing the road.
Seriously, they visited the new Traffic Safety web site where they learned to be safer pedestrians, bike riders, and even drivers.
If you're smarter than a chicken, visit now, save it to your Internet favorites list, and share it with the drivers in your life (either now or strategically as they irritate you with bad habits). |
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Recent Headlines
 Deputy Injured by Laser Near Tigard – Reward Offered
On July 17, 2010, Deputy Glenn Howard was in his patrol vehicle, parked in the Riverwood Heights apartment complex located at 2070 SW Fischer Road, near the City of Tigard. Deputy Howard had just finished a call, unrelated to this event, and was preparing to leave when a green laser light shined into his car and hit him in the face. Updated 8-9-10: Citizen Tip Leads to Arrest.
Knowing some weapons use lasers for sighting, Deputy Howard quickly took cover and called for backup. While out of his vehicle, Deputy Howard felt a burning sensation as the laser hit his left eye. After an unsuccessful search for the suspect, with the aid of a Tualatin Police Officer, Deputy Howard went to the emergency room. The extent of the damage to his eye will not be known until the injury heals completely. Your Sheriff's Office is offering a reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction in this case.
Deputy Shoots Rampaging Pit Bull in Aloha
Calls poured into 911 as a large pit bull running at large terrorized an Aloha neighborhood. The dog began by running down the road snarling at people and then entered a home where it attacked a dog and the homeowner. One deputy eventually placed a dog pole around its neck during a struggle in the house, but the dog's violent thrashing was causing the pole to bend. Fearing the pit bull was about to get loose and attack them, a second deputy shot the dog. Read the full media release.
Serial Sex Abuse Suspect Wanted - Nike Campus
If you live or drive near the Nike campus, maybe you can help deputies identify the suspect who is groping female joggers. He rides up to them on a bike, grabs their buttocks or breast and then rides off. The suspect is described as a possible Hispanic male, 20 to 30 years old, riding a red BMX or mountain bike. So far, there are at least seven reported incidents; some occurred on the Nike campus while others were in nearby areas. If you see a suspect in the area that matches this description or if you are a victim who has not reported a similar incident, please call the non-emergency dispatch center at (503) 629-0111. In addition to special investigative measures, Sheriff patrols have been increased in the area throughout all shifts. Updated 8-9-10: view composite sketch of suspect.
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Locked and Loaded, Now What?
 | Gun enthusiasts often ask where in Washington County they can go to legally practice using their firearms. The basic answer is that you can legally shoot your firearm:- Outside the city limits and outside the Urban Growth Boundary, AND
- You must do it safely, AND
- You must have permission of the property owner.
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Of course, rural property owners usually only want to grant permission to people they know and can reasonably trust. So, if you have a friend who shoots, ask where they go and whether you could get permission to join them.
If you do not know anyone with rural property, then your best bet is an indoor shooting range and, unfortunately, those are mainly located in other counties. While we cannot recommend any ranges, here are a couple that are located nearby: Clackamas County Shooting Range, The Place to Shoot in Delta Park, and Tri-County Gun Club.
If you live in the community of Cedar Mill or Bethany, the rules are a bit different due to the formation of a Restricted Shooting District in 2005.
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Public Safety Levy Q & A
 The Public Safety Levy will be on this fall's general election ballot. This measure would replace the public safety levy that was passed in 2006 and which will expire on June 30, 2011.
Between now and the general election, please submit your questions about the levy via e-mail. You can also request a speaker for your community or neighborhood group online or by calling (503) 846-6307.
Here are a few of the questions we have already received:
Q: Is this a new tax?
A: No. This is a renewal of the levy that voters passed in 2006.
Q: Is the new levy at a higher rate?
A: No. The ballot measure is proposing a renewal at the same rate of 42 cents per $1,000 assessed value.
Q: Is the "assessed value" based on the current market price of my home?
A: No. The valuation is based on the assessed value of your property for tax purposes, which is often lower than the market price.
Q: If I live in a city, do I receive services from this levy?
A: Yes. The renewed levy would continue to fund public safety personnel and services in all areas of Washington County. For instance, it would continue services provided by the Sheriff's Office, District Attorney's Office, Juvenile Services, Probation and Parole, Jail, Work Release Center, and Drug Court. It also funds emergency shelters for mothers and children who are victims of domestic violence.
We look forward to hearing from you! Submit a question about the levy.
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Media Requests for Concealed Handgun License Records
 Last month, we explained an Oregon Court of Appeals decision on June 23, 2010. (Read that article.) Essentially, the court declared concealed handgun license records issued by the Sheriff of Jackson County to be public records. The decision is largely based on the lack of information from each license holder about the privacy issue. Read the decision.
At least two Oregon Sheriffs have received requests from the Statesman Journal for these records. Marion County Sheriff Jason Myers was the first to let us know about his request. Then Polk County Sheriff Robert Wolfe received the same letter. Without legislative action, it is likely that the media and others will continue to seek this personal information.
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Dumb Crook
Ladder Thefts in West Hills - There May be Other Victims
 On July 27, a woman reported suspicious activity in her West Hills neighborhood. A man had asked if he could store a ladder next to her house for later pickup, but he never returned.
On July 28, deputies followed up with the victim of a ladder theft and asked him to go see if the one recovered by the woman belonged to him. The found ladder was not his, but about that time, our dumb crook arrived with a "buyer" to pick up the ladder. A second ladder was tied on top of the vehicle that did belong to the victim (it had identifiable markings). Deputies arrested the suspect and charged him with Theft. Unfortunately, with such a minor charge, he was released the same day.
On August 3, our Dumb Crook was catching up on old voice mails and called the victim (not recognizing his name) and asked if he was still interested in purchasing a ladder. The amused victim played along and called police to set up a sting. When interviewed, he admits to stealing packages off porches, a guitar and DVD movies from an unlocked home, and multiple ladders left unsecured. He is now sitting in jail facing multiple theft and burglary charges. His bail has been set at $100,000.
Let's make things a little harder for these Dumb Crooks. Let's report suspicious activity, like the woman did in this case, and secure belongings. Detectives also ask you to always report criminal activity - even when it seems unlikely you will get the items back.
If you believe you may be a victim in this case, please contact Sheriff's Office Detectives at (503) 846-2500. |
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This Month's ''Most Wanted''
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Rolf Keeler
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Rolf Keeler
is a white male, 5'11'' tall, 175 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes. He is wanted for failing to report as a sex offender. Mr. Keeler is from Cornelius. Details |
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William Sebrant
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William Sebrant
is a white male, 5' 11'' tall, 180 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes. He is wanted for Forgery and Identity Theft. Mr. Sebrant is from Hillsboro. Details | | Do not approach these individuals. If you see them or have information, call the Sheriff's Office Records Unit at (503) 846-2700, or non-emergency dispatch at (503) 629-0111. |
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CALEA Accreditation
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is proud of its national accreditation as of July 1, 2004, by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). The Sheriff’s Office is re-assessed every three years by a new team of inspectors. Our most recent reaccreditation was effective July 1, 2007.
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