Sheriff’s Report | July 19 – 26, 2023

||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE |||

WEDNESDAY, JULY 19
23-005687 Unwanted Person 06:13:01 07/19/23
A San Juan Deputy took a report of an unwanted person at Peace Island Medical Center. The person had been discharged and was refusing to leave without speaking to a Deputy. On contact, the person demanded food, water, and a ride. They were provided with information for access to these needs.

23-005689 Communications Problem 08:28:35 07/19/23
A Lopez Deputy responded when a Lopez individual received fraudulent phone calls asking for their social security number. No information was given away and the individual’s bank was contacted as a precautionary measure.

23-005696 Found Property 11:47:41 07/19/23
A Friday Harbor citizen found a large amount of cash and turned it over to the Sheriff’s office. They were contacted by the owner and advised them where their money was. The funds were returned to the owner.

23-005707 Citizen Assist 15:46:17 07/19/23
Lopez Island Deputies were contacted by an individual who had lost their keys in the village. An informational report was taken.

23-005708 Trespassing 16:21:24 07/19/23
A San Juan Deputy responded to a report of trespassing. A male was found in possession of alcohol, which was against their court conditions of release. Approximately 10 minutes after the contact ended, the male was found with more alcohol obtained from another store.

23-005711 Litter/Pollution/Public Health 18:40:37 07/19/23
An Orcas Island Deputy responded to the 4000 block of Dolphin Bay Rd. for a littering call. A bag of trash was located on the side of the roadway. The owner was located, and the trash removed.

23-005713 Unwanted Person 19:46:12 07/19/23
Lopez Island Deputies were dispatched to an unwanted person call. The individual was found to have crashed their vehicle into brush on a private property. A local business owner assisted with recovery of the vehicle. An informational report was taken.

23-005714 Assault – Body Force 20:28:13 07/19/23
Lopez Island Deputies were dispatched to a not in-progress assault. The reporting party was contacted, and a report was taken. The investigation is ongoing.

23-005715 Theft 20:39:08 07/19/23
An Orcas Island Deputy took a report of stolen license plates from a vehicle.

THURSDAY, JULY 20
23-005721 Accident-NonInj 09:34:06 07/20/23
Lopez EMS and a Deputy responded when an elderly driver failed to negotiate a corner and crashed into a large patch of blackberry bushes. The driver was uninjured, and the vehicle was undamaged. A DOL evaluation request was filed.

23-005735 Citizen Assist 12:39:50 07/20/23
An Orcas Island Deputy responded to a citizen assist on the 100 block Old Sentinel Rd. An incident report was authored.

23-005748 Malicious Mischief 17:03:17 07/20/23
A San Juan Deputy responded to a report of vandalism involving their window shattering while driving. It was evident that an object struck the side window of the vehicle but a search of the area was not successful in locating the source.

23-005752 Citizen Assist 18:30:40 07/20/23
An Orcas Island Deputy investigated an allegation of an extortion through a social media site. The victim was coerced to send an unknown suspect money with the threat that photographs of the victim would be sent if money was not received. The investigation is ongoing.

23-005753 Traffic Violation 18:45:02 07/20/23
A San Juan Deputy stopped a vehicle for multiple traffic violations. The trailer that the vehicle was towing was discovered to be stolen from Vancouver, WA and a pipe was observed inside the vehicle. A search of the vehicle produced suspected powdered fentanyl and several items of paraphernalia.

FRIDAY, JULY 21
23-005759 Citizen Assist 09:22:03 07/21/23
A Deputy on Orcas Island responded to a Citizen Assist in Eastsound. A local business wished to lift a trespass warning letter on an individual, in order to give them a second chance. A report was completed.

23-005768 Harassment 13:47:59 07/21/23 
A Deputy on Orcas Island spoke with a citizen who wanted to report that they felt like they were being harassed while riding their bicycle walking. A report was completed.

23-005781 Mental Health 18:14:12 07/21/23
A Deputy on Orcas Island took a report of a person who was self-reporting mental health issues. Contact was made and the patient decided he wanted to voluntarily go to the hospital for assistance. The subject was transported via patrol boat to Friday Harbor.

SATURDAY, JULY 22
23-005790 Accident-Injury, Traffic 00:40:16 07/22/23
A Deputy responded to a late night collision on Orcas Island. Further investigation revealed there was probable cause to believe the driver and single occupant was impaired. The driver was flown off the island for medical treatment. The case is under further investigation.

23-005806 Theft 17:04:15 07/22/23
A Deputy on San Juan Island was dispatched to a report of a shoplifter at a local grocery store. A report was taken.

23-005810 Found Property 19:02:39 07/22/23
A Deputy on Orcas Island responded to a found property complaint. The Deputy was unable to contact the owner. The property was booked into evidence for safekeeping.

23-005812 CPR ALS 21:18:35 07/22/23
Lopez Deputies responded to an accidental death on Decatur Island.

23-005815 Trespassing 23:50:43 07/22/23
A Deputy on Orcas Island responded to a trespassing complaint. An uninvited guest showed up at the complainant’s residence. The uninvited guest lost his car keys. The Deputy provided him a courtesy ride to his residence.

SUNDAY, JULY 23
23-005829 Citizen Assist 10:06:52 07/23/23
A San Juan Deputy was advised that a citizen had questions regarding a court order. The Deputy attempted to call them back, but they did not answer. The Deputy left information on the person’s voice mail and requested a callback if the person needed additional information. No callback was received.

23-005830 Domestic Dispute or Assault 10:50:34 07/23/23
A Deputy was dispatched to a Domestic at the Ferry landing in Friday Harbor. The Deputy arrived and observed a confrontation between the people involved. One person was arrested and book for Violation of a Court Order. Report taken.

23-005838 Civil Problem 14:45:08 07/23/23
Lopez Island Deputies were dispatched to civil disturbance between a landlord and tenant. It was determined that no crime had been committed. An informational report was taken.

23-005842 Theft 15:28:07 07/23/23
Lopez Island Deputies were dispatched to a report of a Theft in Lopez Village. A report was taken.

23-005843 Accident-HitRun 16:25:51 07/23/23
A Deputy on Orcas Island investigated a hit-and-run complaint. The Deputy determined there was insufficient evidence that a crime had occurred. The Deputy completed an informational report.

23-005853 Traffic Hazard 19:48:57 07/23/23
Lopez Island Deputies were dispatched to a traffic hazard at the intersection of Fisherman Bay Rd and Hummel Lake Rd for a disabled vehicle. The vehicle that was blocking an intersection was removed by a local tow firm due to concerns for traffic safety. A report was taken.

23-005856 Vehicle on Fire 23:07:51 07/23/23
Deputies on San Juan Island responded to a report of a vehicle fire. The fire was put out successfully, and the driver was arrested and booked into the San Juan County Jail for DUI. A report was completed.

MONDAY, JULY 24
23-005858 Burn BLS 00:06:42 07/24/23
A Deputy on San Juan Island transported an in-custody individual for medical treatment. They were seen and treated my medical staff, and were cleared to return to the jail. A report was completed.

23-005863 Civil Problem 08:46:36 07/24/23
A Deputy responded to a civil call. A report was taken.

23-005866 Fall BLS 11:41:16 07/24/23
Orcas EMS responded to a woman who was falling over intoxicated, trying to get in her car. She was given a courtesy ride home by Orcas EMS. She returned to her vehicle, and was given a second courtesy ride home by a Deputy.

23-005869 Court Order Violation 16:11:54 07/24/23
A Deputy on San Juan Island responded to a report of an Order Violation. No violation had occurred, the reporting party was advised to petition for a new order. A report was completed.

23-005876 Overdose 22:08:01 07/24/23
Deputies on San Juan Island along with San Juan Fire and EMS responded to a report of an overdose. The 18 year old had been administered Narcan before our arrival, they then adamantly refused all medical treatment and told us all to leave. A report was completed.

TUESDAY, JULY 25
23-005883 Agency Assistance 09:26:05 07/25/23
A Deputy on San Juan Island was dispatched to an agency assist. A report was taken.

23-005886 Sick or Injured Animal 12:13:08 07/25/23
A Deputy on San Juan Island was dispatched a possible case of animal neglect. Upon investigation all animals on the property appeared to be well taken care of.

23-005888 Accident-HitRun 12:50:34 07/25/23
A Lopez Island Deputy was dispatched to a motor vehicle collision call. The incident occurred earlier in the month. A report was taken.

23-005892 Trespassing 16:04:47 07/25/23
A Lopez Island Deputy was dispatched to a trespassing complaint. Trespass warning letters were drafted. A report was taken.

23-005903 Runaway Juvenile 20:34:45 07/25/23
Deputies on San Juan Island responded to a report of a runaway juvenile. The juvenile was located and returned to the residence. One adult was taken into custody for Assault in the Fourth Degree- DV and Harassment- DV. A report was completed.

23-005904 Welfare Check 21:06:39 07/25/23
Lopez Island Deputies were dispatched to a report of a local man in a mental health crisis who stole a vehicle. The vehicle was located, and the driver was taken into custody without incident. He was charged with multiple crimes including property damage after destroying a row of mail boxes.

23-005906 Unconscious ALS 21:50:02 07/25/23
Lopez Island Deputies were dispatched to a Death Investigation. Evan’s Funeral Home was contacted, and a report was taken.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 26
23-005907 Agency Assistance 01:06:07 07/26/23
A Deputy on Orcas Island responded to a reported assault between siblings. One of the siblings was taken into custody and later released after new information seemed to refute the statements of the witnesses.