Sheriff’s Report | July 28 – August 4, 2021

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

WEDNESDAY, JULY 28
21-006663 Citizen Assist 09:28:35 07/28/21
A Deputy on Orcas responded to a callback about a possible order violation. After reading the order and speaking with the protected party it was found that no crime had been committed.

21-006665 Found Property 10:19:37 07/28/21
A Lopez Island resident turned in a backpack that was found laying along Ferry Rd. The backpack is being held pending identification of the rightful owner.

21-006676 Trespassing 12:08:28 07/28/21
A San Juan Deputy responded to a report of trespassing at the Trout Lake Reservoir. The subjects were identified and were issued trespass letters.

21-006692 Trouble Unknown 19:34:28 07/28/21
Deputies responded to a Lopez Island residence on for a trouble unknown call that involved what sounded like a caller who was potentially in danger. It was determined that everyone at the residence where the 911 call originated was OK and that the call was accidental. A report was completed.

21-006694 Welfare Check 19:41:24 07/28/21
Lopez Island Deputies went to the area of Weeks Point Way for a welfare check. The caller reported seeing two males on the beach who appeared to be hallucinating. The Deputies were able to locate one of the individuals and determined that he was OK and not hallucinating. A report was completed.

21-006700 Animal at Large 21:30:46 07/28/21
A Lopez Island Deputy received a dog that was found in the Lopez Island Village. The dog was immediately returned to the owner who was out looking for her.

THURSDAY, JULY 29
21-006702 Accident-NonInj 07:50:18 07/29/21
A San Juan Deputy responded to a report of a non-injury accident. The incident was documented.

21-006705 Malicious Mischief 10:23:12 07/29/21
A San Juan Deputy responded to a report of vandalism at Friday Harbor Elementary School. Fingerprints were lifted from the scene and were sent to the Washington State Patrol Crime Laboratory for examination.

21-006709 Litter/Pollution/Public Health 12:24:16 07/29/21
An Orcas Island Deputy investigated an illegal dumping on private property near Island View Rd. & Osprey Ln. An investigation was conducted but no suspect located. A report for documentation was taken.

21-006710 Animal at Large 12:55:21 07/29/21
A visitor called about a dog roaming near Watmough Bay. The owner was notified of their dogs whereabouts.

21-006713 Information Report 13:31:11 07/29/21
An Orcas Island Deputy investigated an allegation of animal abuse. The investigation found no credible evidence of abuse and no crime committed. A report was authored for documentation of the allegations.

21-006715 Parking Problem 13:49:20 07/29/21
A Lopez resident called about suspicious vehicles near a boat launch. The owners were contacted via phone and identified as outer-island residents.

21-006716 Citizen Assist 13:54:14 07/29/21
A terminally ill person passed away on Lopez Island.

21-006718 Parking Problem 14:41:20 07/29/21
An Orcas Island Deputy towed and impounded a vehicle blocking traffic on the 400 block of Main St.

21-006725 Unwanted Person 16:40:08 07/29/21
A Deputy on San Juan Island responded to a citizen dispute. The investigation revealed there was no crime committed and the incident was documented.

21-006726 Court Order Violation 17:01:23 07/29/21
San Juan Deputies were contacted by a father who reported a possible out-of-state contact order violation. The caller was advised to report the possible violation to the other party’s local agency.

21-006728 Fall 17:31:10 07/29/21
Deputies on Orcas Island were dispatched to a kayaker in distress on Blakely Island. The kayaker was located and found to be deceased due to injuries received from a fall while climbing Blind Bluff. The coroner was contacted and an investigation was completed.

21-006731 Citizen Dispute 17:56:13 07/29/21
A Lopez Deputy assisted a Lopez citizen in obtaining a lost passport and other important documentation.

21-006734 Domestic Dispute or Assault 22:43:53 07/29/21
Deputies on Orcas Island responded to a reported domestic assault. One of the involved parties was arrested for assault in the fourth degree, domestic violence.

FRIDAY, JULY 30
21-006744 Unwanted Person 11:08:25 07/30/21
A Deputy was dispatched to an Unwanted Person in the Friday Harbor area. The person was no longer in the area. Trespass letters were signed for two locations to be served. Report taken.

21-006756 Unwanted Person 13:46:46 07/30/21
San Juan Deputies responded to a report of a male with a knife, stabbing pallets at a local business. Deputies arrived on scene and spoke with the business, who wished to trespass the male. A trespass letter was issued and the male left the property.

21-006760 Vicious Animal 15:47:18 07/30/21
A San Juan Deputy responded to a report of a dog left in a vehicle on a hot day. The owner was issued an infraction for leaving a dog in an unattended vehicle.

21-006761 Fraud 15:55:53 07/30/21
A Deputy on San Juan Island responded to a report of fraud. The reporting party was contacted and advised of some suspicious activity with their bank account. The reporting party did not want to pursue any law enforcement action.

21-006762 Theft 15:58:35 07/30/21
A Deputy on San Juan Island responded to a report of a theft. The reporting party was contacted and it was found that there was not a theft and it was a result of miscommunication.

21-006771 Found Property 19:20:52 07/30/21
A San Juan Deputy recovered multiple debit cards and identification cards left at a local business. The items were entered into evidence for safekeeping.

SATURDAY, JULY 31
21-006785 Threats 00:51:26 07/31/21
San Juan Deputies responded to an altercation outside of a bar. Numerous people left the area prior to arrival. No victims present wished to pursue the case; the suspect was trespassed from the bar. This case is still under investigation.

21-006792 Court Order Violation 11:57:38 07/31/21
A San Juan Deputy responded to a report of an order violation. No violation appears to have occurred and the incident was documented.

21-006793 Theft 12:29:04 07/31/21
An Orcas Island Deputy took a theft report. A delivery package containing approximately $50.00 worth of make-up was stolen from a mailbox near Orcas Rd. & Indralaya Rd. There is no suspect information and no investigative leads.

21-006795 Lost Property 14:09:34 07/31/21
A Deputy on San Juan Island took a report of a lost drone. The item was listed in property as missing.

21-006796 Found Property 14:12:37 07/31/21
A San Juan Deputy responded to a report of found property. The items were entered into evidence for safekeeping.

21-006797 Boating Problem 14:39:52 07/31/21
A Lopez Island Deputy was called to help identify the owner of a boat that took possession of a marina slip without a reservation or payment. Information was provided to management for them to follow up.

21-006798 Traffic Violation 14:53:39 07/31/21
A Lopez Island was given an anonymous traffic complaint of a racing style motorcycle traveling south on Mud Bay Rd. As the Deputy came into the area, a similar motorcycle was seen going north at normal speeds. The driver stopped to talk to the Deputy about safe operation. No action was taken.

21-006805 Parking Problem 18:29:21 07/31/21
A Deputy on San Juan Island observed a double parked vehicle with over six month expired tabs on Guard St. The vehicle was posted for 24 hour removal and issued an infraction for double parking.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 1
21-006815 Suspicious Person/Circumstance 10:28:25 08/01/21
A Lopez Island Deputy was called to check on suspicious circumstances occurring at Spencer Spit State Park. The issue was resolved by park staff before the Deputy arrived.

21-006817 Assault – Body Force 13:08:15 08/01/21
A Deputy on San Juan Island responded to a report of an assault and trespassing. The incident was investigated and probable cause for assault 4th degree, assault 4th degree DV and trespass 1st degree was forwarded to the prosecutor’s office for charging decision.

21-006830 Found Property 17:30:07 08/01/21
A Lopez Island resident turned in a found wallet to the sheriff’s office just in time for its owner to come looking for it, very relieved to get it back with contents intact.

21-006831 Fraud 17:33:09 08/01/21
A Lopez Island Deputy took a fraud report from a local resident about an online scam.

21-006833 Structure Fire 18:23:57 08/01/21
San Juan Deputies responded to a report of a structure fire. The caller was found to be in crisis due to drug use. They attempted to get Deputies to shoot them and were armed with a knife. After 3 1/2 hours, a Deputy convinced them to discard the knife and they were taken to the hospital for treatment.

21-006836 Area Check 20:21:37 08/01/21
A Lopez Island Deputy was sent to check on the sound of possible explosions in the area of the gravel pit. A group of target shooters were contacted, who said they had been shooting some large caliber weapons.

MONDAY, AUGUST 2
21-006839 Area Check 00:17:15 08/02/21
An Orcas Island Deputy conducted an area check at the West Sound County Dock. At about 0020 hours there was a vessel located at the dock which had been issued numerous infractions for unlawful overnight moorage before. The Deputy issued the vessel an infraction.

21-006842 Mental Health 02:03:39 08/02/21
A San Juan Deputy was dispatched to a report of a mental issue. The caller was in crisis and needed someone to talk to. The Deputy met with the caller and spoke at length with them. They were able to work through the crisis, were advised of resources for the future, and given a ride home.

21-006844 Accident-NonInj 07:56:59 08/02/21
A Deputy on Orcas responded to a single vehicle accident with no injury on Orcas Road. Orcas Fire and EMS conducted traffic control till the vehicle could be towed and checked the driver of the vehicle, who had no injuries.

21-006848 Found Property 10:16:48 08/02/21
A Deputy was contacted at the Sheriff’s Office in reference to Found Property. A bike was turned over to the Sheriff’s Office. The bike was entered into evidence.

21-006855 Found Property 16:17:47 08/02/21
A Deputy on San Juan Island took possession of a found backpack. The backpack was entered into the evidence system.

21-006857 Wanted Person 16:48:15 08/02/21
A Deputy in Friday Harbor was contacted by U.S. Marshals for assistance in locating a wanted person they were looking for. The Deputy located the wanted person and arrested him on the warrant without incident. The person was booked into jail awaiting a warrant extradition hearing.

21-006859 Accident-Injury, Traffic 16:49:36 08/02/21
Orcas Island Sheriff’s Office and Fire Department personnel responded to a report of a single vehicle injury collision. The incident occurred on private property. The driver and passenger suffered only minor injuries. The vehicle owner arranged to have the vehicle towed.

21-006862 Domestic Dispute or Assault 17:47:22 08/02/21
A San Juan Deputy took a report of harassment by a domestic partner. No crime was committed, and the Deputy performed a stand-by detail to assure the peace.

21-006866 Death Investigation 18:31:58 08/02/21
An Orcas Island Deputy was dispatched to a death investigation. An NJA was on file. A report was taken.

21-006867 Missing Person 18:48:19 08/02/21
A Deputy on San Juan Island was flagged down and advised of a missing juvenile. A search party was formed and located the juvenile who was reunited with the parent.

21-006869 Found Property 20:39:10 08/02/21
A Deputy received an item as Found Property. The item was secured in evidence. Report taken.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 3
21-006881 Domestic Dispute or Assault 12:06:25 08/03/21
A Deputy was contacted in reference to a Domestic in the San Juan Island area. The person advised the incident was verbal only but wanted it documented. Report taken.

21-006882 Fraud 13:10:36 08/03/21
A Deputy was contacted in reference to a Fraud in the San Juan Island area. The person reported an item that was ordered on the Internet had been forwarded to another address. Report taken.

21-006897 Traffic Violation 17:07:35 08/03/21
A Lopez Deputy stopped a vehicle that was drifting over the centerline. The driver, not intoxicated, claimed they had a hyper dog that needed to urinate, which distracted them. The driver was given a warning for driving left of center. The dog safely made it to a grass patch during the stop.

21-006899 Suspicious Person/Circumstance 17:45:58 08/03/21
A Lopez Island Deputy responded to Bayshore Road for a suspicious person complaint. The reporting person said they saw a man digging in an odd spot. It was determined the person was hired by the county to eliminate noxious weeds. The Deputy thanked the man for removing the pernicious weeds.

21-006903 Found Property 19:04:16 08/03/21
A San Juan Deputy responded to a report of found property. The owner was not able to be located and the property was entered into evidence.

21-006908 Found Property 21:29:39 08/03/21
A San Juan Deputy responded to a report of found property. The found credit card was entered into evidence.

21-006909 Area Check 21:36:57 08/03/21
An Orcas Island Deputy conducted an area check at the West Sound County Dock. At about 2200 hours there was a vessel located at the dock which had been issued numerous infractions for unlawful overnight moorage before. The Deputy issued the vessel an infraction.

21-006913 Accident-NonInj 23:09:14 08/03/21
A San Juan Deputy responded to a single-vehicle, non-injury collision near the intersection of West Valley Road and Roche Harbor Road. No injuries or impairment were found. The vehicle was towed and a report was completed.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4
21-006914 Mental Health 02:07:27 08/04/21
In the early morning hours an Orcas Island Deputy along with a Park Ranger were dispatched to a mental call at one of the campsites in Moran State Park. The individual was deemed not to be a danger to himself or others and was left in the care of his family members on site.

21-006928 Information Report 13:34:59 08/04/21
Orcas Island Deputies responded to a call of several men with guns near Guthrie Cove. Deputies checked the area but were unable to locate the subjects. No crime was committed, and an incident report was authored.

21-006952 Domestic Dispute or Assault 22:34:13 08/04/21
San Juan Deputies responded to a domestic disturbance. Investigation determined no crime took place. One party was provided with a courtesy transport into town and a report was filed.