— from San Juan County Sheriff’s Office —

July 12, 2017
17-004334 Harassment 17:52:06 07/12/17
A citizen met a Deputy at the Orcas Sub-station about a possible assault that occurred earlier and wanted it documented but declined an investigation or to press charges. A report was taken.

17-004338 Runaway Juvenile 19:40:33 07/12/17
A juvenile was reported as a runaway. A missing person report was taken and the investigation is ongoing.

17-004339 Accident-HitRun 20:02:58 07/12/17
A Deputy received a report of a hit and run to a vehicle. This case is still under investigation.

July 13, 2017
17-004344 Parking Problem 00:49:47 07/13/17
A vessel was docked after day use hours only at the San Juan County West
Sound dock and cited for a third time.

17-004346 DUI 00:50:12 07/13/17
A Deputy was dispatched to a possible DUI and Reckless Driving in the 1400 block of Rosario Road. The unoccupied vehicle was found. Witnesses saw this vehicle commit a hit and run. The case is being investigated.

17-004351 Parking Problem 11:02:41 07/13/17
A Lopez deputy was dispatched to a parking complaint at the ferry landing. A car was issued a parking ticket for unattended vehicle in a ferry lane.

17-004352 Parking Problem 11:43:26 07/13/17
An Orcas Deputy issued 2 parking tickets for vehicles parked in a trailer only parking area in the 1900 block of Obstruction Pass Road.

17-004355 Litter/Pollution/Public Health 13:11:51 07/13/17
An Orcas deputy issued a notice of infraction for abandoning a vehicle at a local towing establishment.

17-004367 Accident-HitRun 20:37:42 07/13/17
A citizen reported witnessing a hit and run in Friday Harbor. A deputy was able to confirm the accident and damage and ultimately track down the suspect who was issued a citation for Hit and Run.

July 14, 2017
17-004372 Area Check 00:18:19 07/14/17
Two vessels were docked at the San Juan County West Sound dock after day use
hours posted. Both were cited.

17-004382 Malicious Mischief 09:33:26 07/14/17
There was a report of malicious mischief in Friday Harbor. The reporting party just wanted it documented. Informational report was taken

17-004387 Threats 11:43:10 07/14/17
A Deputy and Detective was dispatched to a Domestic Violence in Friday Harbor. The suspect was taken in custody.

17-004395 Property Damage, Non Vandalism 15:19:31 07/14/17
Orcas Island deputies responded to a report of property damage at a local business. An unknown subject operated a piece of heavy equipment damaging multiple vehicles. The investigation is ongoing.

17-004398 Theft 16:34:30 07/14/17
The reporting deputy was dispatched to a Theft in the Friday Harbor area. The deputy contacted the involved parties. One subject was arrested for Theft (shoplifting) and processed.

17-004402 Welfare Check 17:51:05 07/14/17
An Orcas Deputy responded to a welfare check on Old Farm Rd. The Deputy spoke with the male at the location who said he is dealing with some medical issues but he was fine and did not need medical assistance at this time. Report and referral to Adult Protective Services and Orcas Cares was made.

17-004406 Domestic Dispute or Assault 21:11:05 07/14/17
Orcas Island deputies responded to a domestic disturbance in the Eastsound area. A local man was taken to Peace Health Medical Center for a mental health evaluation. A report was taken.

17-004407 Boating Acc NI 21:32:50 07/14/17
The reporting deputy was dispatched to a Boating Accident in the Friday Harbor area. The reporting deputy arrived and provided Boating Accident Reports for the involved parties to complete. Investigation continues.

July 15, 2017
17-004409 Vehicle Prowl 00:01:01 07/15/17
A citizen reported an unknown person broke into his car parked in Friday Harbor and stole change. Investigation in progress.

17-004412 Found Property 01:42:33 07/15/17
An OIFR Member turned in a piece of jewelry found at Buck Park. The item was booked into evidence.

17-004419 Theft 10:56:39 07/15/17
A Deputy responded to a theft of medication call in Eastsound. After getting a statement from the reporting party a report was taken. There are no suspects at this time.

17-004420 Animal at Large 11:32:52 07/15/17
A deputy was dispatched to the San Juan Island area in reference to a Dog at Large. The dog was taken to the animal shelter and the owner received a warning letter from the Sheriff’s Office.

17-004422 Theft 13:36:27 07/15/17
A deputy received a complaint about Theft of Mail in the San Juan Island area. A report was taken on the incident. Investigation continues…

17-004432 Vicious Animal 16:07:15 07/15/17
A Deputy in Friday Harbor received a report of an animal at large. The Deputy did not observe the dog at large but made contact with the owner.

July 16, 2017
17-004455 Injury 01:37:21 07/16/17
A Lopez Island deputy responded to a local marina regarding a possible assault. A Seattle woman was airlifted to a mainland hospital by EMS in connection with the incident. The matter remains under investigation.

17-004465 Boating Safety Inspection 13:35:23 07/16/17
A marine deputy contacted a vessel on the water in Eastsound. The vessel operator did not have the mandatory boater’s education and was issued a notice of infraction for the violation.

July 17, 2017
17-004490 Burglary,NonRes 07:36:06 07/17/17
A Deputy took a report of a commercial burglary in Eastsound. No items were discovered being taken. There was evidence to suggest unauthorized entry had been made. The case is under further investigation.

17-004494 Accident-HitRun 13:06:31 07/17/17
A Deputy in Friday Harbor received a report of a vehicle accident. The Deputy investigated the accident and had the drivers exchange information. The Deputy filled out a state accident report.

17-004495 Harassment 13:18:54 07/17/17
A Deputy in Friday Harbor received a report of an assist citizen. The Deputy assisted the citizen but also learned information of a possible crime. This case is still under investigation.

17-004500 Fraud 16:31:38 07/17/17
A deputy was contacted in reference to a Fraud that occurred in the San Juan Island area. The caller advised a credit card was used for online purchases that the caller did not make. Investigation continues…

17-004502 Vicious Animal 16:48:18 07/17/17
A Lopez Island man reported that he was bitten by a dog without provocation as he walked down the road. The bite was minor and did not require medical attention. The dog owner was contacted and a report was submitted.

17-004506 Accident-Injury, Traffic 20:52:09 07/17/17
A deputy was dispatched to a Single Vehicle Accident that occurred in the San Juan Island area. The reporting deputy arrived and located a vehicle off the roadway with no driver. Investigation continues…

July 18, 2017
17-004512 Missing Person 05:23:12 07/18/17
A Deputy responded to a reported missing person in Eastsound. The missing person was located and was deemed to be OK a few hours later. No further action required.

17-004534 Domestic Dispute or Assault 15:18:43 07/18/17
A deputy was contacted at the Sheriff’s Office in reference to a Domestic that occurred in the San Juan Island area. Witness statement was taken. Investigation continues…

17-004542 Animal at Large 18:28:00 07/18/17
Staff at Odlin Park called a deputy about a dog at large in the park. The dog had wandered in without its human and was taken into custody. The owner was identified and given a warning letter.

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