Sheriff’s Report | April 15-21, 2020

— from San Juan County Sheriff’s Office —

Wednesday, April 15, 2020

20-002651 Traffic Hazard 10:27:17 04/15/20

An Orcas Deputy was dispatched to a traffic hazard near Eastsound. There was a person found directing traffic for the company when the Deputy arrived.

20-002658 Unwanted Person    13:26:34 04/15/20

An Orcas Deputy was dispatched to an unwanted person in the West Beach area. The person was removed and transported to Friday Harbor for evaluation.

20-002659 Theft       13:28:10 04/15/20

A San Juan Deputy responded to a report of a theft on Stuart Island. The investigation is ongoing.

20-002660 Malicious Mischief    13:38:53 04/15/20

A Lopez Island Deputy took a report of vandalism to a parked car.

20-002661 Boating Problem    13:54:31 04/15/20

A Lopez Island Deputy was called to Hummel Lake on a report of a boater possibly in distress. An adult with children in a rowboat was observed on the lake, paddling around without any apparent difficulty. All were wearing lifejackets. No further action was necessary.

20-002664 Citizen Dispute    15:20:07 04/15/20

A Deputy responded to a Citizen Dispute in Friday Harbor. One person was issued a trespass letter and a report was made. No further investigation.

20-002665 Harassment      15:36:24 04/15/20

A Lopez Island Deputy took a report of harassment from a resident receiving unwanted and inappropriate messages and threats. Options were presented and a report was taken.

20-002668 Area Check      16:59:39 04/15/20

An Orcas Island Deputy responded to a report of a business license violation of the governors orders. No crime was discovered. A report was taken.

20-002669 Communications Problem   17:11:59 04/15/20

An Orcas Island Deputy was dispatched to a communications call. The reporting party advised that someone was trying to scam them. A report was taken.

20-002670 Citizen Dispute    17:16:36 04/15/20

San Juan Deputies were dispatched to a report of a fight. The incident was investigated and found to be a verbal neighbor dispute. Parties were advised to handle the situation civilly.

20-002672 Suspicious Person/Circumstance 17:40:04 04/15/20

A Deputy investigated a harassment complaint after a Lopez Island resident reported suspicious activity on her property. It was believed the suspect was retaliating against the victim after the victim posted an innocuous comment on a social media site. An investigation was completed.

20-002678 Theft       22:19:44 04/15/20

 An Orcas Island Deputy took a theft complaint. A report was taken. The investigation is ongoing.

20-002679 Welfare Check     22:25:34 04/15/20

Deputies responded to an Eastsound residence after a report of suicidal ideations was revealed over “snapchat.” A welfare check was conducted and it was found that the person in crisis had made a false threat to harm themselves. An informational report was written.

Thursday, April 16, 2020

20-002686 Suspicious Person/Circumstance 10:38:15 04/16/20

Deputies made a welfare check of a person on Lopez Island. The subject was advised of available services.

20-002692 Welfare Check     14:21:43 04/16/20

Orcas Deputies responded to a welfare check in Eastsound. The person was assisted with getting in contact with help on the island.

20-002694 Theft       17:38:13 04/16/20

Deputies investigated a theft of mail on Decatur Island. Suspects entered an unlocked community mail building and took packages belonging to community members.

20-002693 Animal at Large    17:38:25 04/16/20

A Deputy responded to Lopez Island residence for a loose dog complaint. The dog owner was located and a report was completed.

Friday, April 17, 2020

20-002706 Malicious Mischief    08:33:17 04/17/20

The reporting Deputy was contacted in reference to a malicious mischief call. The caller reported his mailbox was damaged overnight. Report taken.

20-002732 Controlled Substance Problem 17:33:42 04/17/2020

A Deputy on San Juan impounded a vehicle for a drug investigation after K9 Sucia alerted to the odor of narcotics.

Saturday, April 18, 2020

20-002740 Unconscious ALS    07:17:40 04/18/20

The reporting Deputy was dispatched to an Unattended Death. The death appeared natural. Report taken.

20-002765 Citizen Assist     17:17:22 04/18/20

An Orcas Deputy responded to a call in the Rosario area about possible violation of the governors Stay at Home Order. The parties were educated and informed of their rights and given copies of the San Juan County Health Officer’s order as well.

20-002766 Court Order Violation   18:10:24 04/18/20

An Orcas Island Deputy was dispatched to a court order violation in the Eastsound area. A report was taken. The investigation is ongoing.

20-002767 Weapons Offense    18:35:17 04/18/20

An Orcas Deputy was dispatched to a weapon noise near Eastsound. When the Deputy arrived there was no noise and no one found in the area.

20-002770 Suspicious Person/Circumstance 19:35:04 04/18/20

An Orcas Deputy was dispatched to a suspicious call near Eastsound. It was found that everything was ok and in order.

Sunday, April 19, 2020

20-002789 Found Property     13:40:27 04/19/20

An Orcas Deputy was dispatched to a suspicious callback near West Sound. Information was gathered and a report taken.

20-002796 Burglary – Residential   17:31:32 04/19/20

An Orcas Island Deputy was dispatched to a residential burglary. Items from the home were reported missing. The investigation is ongoing.

20-002797 Trespassing     18:07:11 04/19/20

An Orcas Deputy was dispatched to a possible trespassing near Map Corner. It was found to be the caretaker of the property.

Monday, April 20, 2020

20-002809 Fraud       11:45:36 04/20/20

A Deputy was contacted in reference to a Fraud. The caller reported that his name is being used by someone as an alias. Report taken.

20-002810 Suspicious Person/Circumstance 11:50:47 04/20/20

A Deputy was contacted in reference to a Suspicious Circumstance. The caller reported that a contractor was contacted to demolish one of his rentals by someone from off island. No loss incurred. Report taken.

20-002813 Mental Health     12:56:49 04/20/20

Orcas Island Deputies were dispatched to a disrobed individual in the Eastsound area. The individual was contacted and asked to put some clothes on. They did so. A report was taken.

20-002816 Suspicious Person/Circumstance 15:32:10 04/20/20

An Orcas Island Deputy was dispatched to a report of a barefoot woman being chased down the middle of the road by a male subject. It was reported that the woman was minimally dressed. The female matching the description was contacted and stated that no one was chasing her.

20-002823 Suspicious Person/Circumstance 19:47:08 04/20/20

A Lopez Island Deputy was called after an old bone was exposed by erosion on an embankment. The bone was collected for further examination.

Tuesday, April 21, 2020

20-002830 Noise Complaint /not dogs  00:00:10 04/21/20

A Lopez Island Deputy was sent to a report of loud music at a residence. When the Depuuty arrived, the music was turned down and the people were asked to move inside the house.

20-002834 Fish & Game Violation   09:08:57 04/21/20

The reporting Deputy was contacted in reference to a Fish and Game Violation in the Stuart Island area. The person reported someone shooting at marine mammals. Report taken and forwarded to the proper agency.

20-002841 Found Property     12:20:39 04/21/20

An Orcas Island Deputy was dispatched to a found property call at a local Eastsound business. The item was returned to its owner. An informational report was taken.

20-002846 Juvenile Problem    15:08:28 04/21/20

A San Juan Deputy was dispatched to a report of a juvenile problem. A juvenile was arrested for malicious mischief third degree.