DANIEL ERNEST BEAN SENTENCED TO 30 MONTHS IN PRISON FOLLOWING HALLOWEEN NIGHT STANDOFF (Photo) -03/25/25

HILLSBORO, Ore- On February 26, 2025, a Washington County jury found Daniel Ernest Bean guilty of unlawful use of a weapon, menacing, and disorderly conduct in the second degree. On February 28, 2025, Washington County Circuit Court Judge Theodore Sims sentenced the defendant to 30 months in prison. Deputy District Attorney Sam Erwin prosecuted this case.
 

On October 31, 2024, Tigard police responded to multiple calls from concerned residents. They reported the defendant was acting erratically, throwing objects, and destroying his neighbors’ property. At one point, the defendant attempted to break down his neighbor’s door.
 

Officers with the Tigard Police Department responded to the scene, an apartment complex near SW 135 Avenue and SW Hawks Beard Street in Tigard. They saw the defendant outside the complex and attempted to speak with him. He immediately grabbed a compound bow and threatened and antagonized officers. He loaded the bow with an arrow and told officers he would shoot them. They backed away from the scene, and a nearly six-hour standoff ensued. This occurred on Halloween night, which caused significant disruption to neighbors and children.
 

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office Tactical Negotiations Team (TNT) was called to the scene. Deputies urged the defendant to leave the building peacefully. However, they had to evacuate the apartment complex when the defendant began striking a propane tank.
 

Deputies used gas to force the defendant out of the building, and he was safely arrested. A search of his apartment turned up two large knives, a compound bow, and multiple arrows with metal tips.
 

The Washington County District Attorney’s Office acknowledges the work of the Tigard Police Department and TNT.
 

Mr. Bean will be transferred to the Oregon Department of Corrections to serve his sentence. 

RAFAEL ABINACER FOUND GUILTY IN CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE CASE (Photo) -03/17/25

HILLSBORO, Ore- On March 13, 2025, a Washington County jury found Rafael Abinacer, age 53, guilty of sodomy in the first degree, sodomy in the second degree (four counts), unlawful sexual penetration in the second degree, rape in the second degree and sexual abuse in the first degree. Deputy District Attorney Jason Weiner prosecuted this case before Judge Janelle Wipper.
 

The defendant was originally convicted on similar charges in 2014 and sentenced to 375 months in prison. However, due to the 11-1 nonunanimous jury decision, the Oregon Supreme Court ordered the case be retried.
 

The investigation began in 2013 when the victim’s mother walked into her bedroom to find the defendant, who was living with them, and her daughter, on the bed. She took her daughter to the hospital and later to CARES Northwest, where the victim provided details of the sexual abuse that had been going on for several months.
 

The Washington County District Attorney’s Office commends the bravery of the victim in enduring the legal process for a second time. This office also thanks the Washington County Sheriff’s Office for its work on this case and the former employees of CARES Northwest who participated in the trial.
 

A sentencing hearing is scheduled for March 27, 2025. 

Kevin Lee Sentenced To 12 Years In Prison Following Multi-City Crime Spree (Photo) -03/17/25

Click here to view video of Mr. Lee’s arrest and photos of his burglaries.

HILLSBORO, Ore- On March 4, 2025, Kevin Lee pleaded guilty to numerous charges including Robbery in the Second Degree, Burglary in the First Degree, Unauthorized Use of Vehicle, and Theft in the First Degree in four separate criminal cases. The cases encompassed five burglaries, two attempted burglaries, multiple stolen vehicles, the deliberate ramming of an occupied car, and various other thefts spanning a multi-month crime spree. On March 12, 2025, Mr. Lee was sentenced to a total of 146 months in prison by Washington County Circuit Court Judge Oscar Garcia. Senior Deputy District Attorney Andrew Freeman prosecuted this case.
 

On May 18, 2024, the defendant committed several crimes that eventually spanned six separate scenes from Beaverton to Tigard. The first call came in around 8:30 that night. The victims called police when they returned to their home in Beaverton and realized their house had been ransacked. They heard a loud engine revving noise coming from the garage and saw the defendant in the process of stealing their car. The victim tried to intervene but backed away when the defendant said he had a gun. The defendant broke through the garage door and hit a second vehicle before he fled the scene.
 

The defendant nearly hit a passing car as he was leaving the first home. That driver sounded his horn and swerved to avoid a collision. Mr. Lee then followed the driver, pulled up next to him by driving in the oncoming lane, and intentionally slammed his car into the victim’s vehicle. Both cars were heavily damaged.
 

The defendant eventually parked his disabled stolen car at a house in Tigard, which he attempted to enter. When that attempt failed, he kicked in the door of a nearby home and stole the car parked in the driveway. After driving across Tigard, he again attempted to enter an occupied home before being challenged by the homeowners. A Portland Police Bureau air unit equipped with a thermal camera eventually spotted the defendant hiding in a backyard about a block away and he was apprehended at gunpoint. Video of the arrest along with photos from the various burglaries can be found above.
 

At the time of his arrest, the defendant was on release with five other pending criminal cases, ranging from misdemeanor car prowling to residential burglary. After his arrest on May 18, 2024, the defendant was held in jail pending trial. The defendant was convicted of multiple felony offenses in those other cases as well, and Judge Garcia imposed consecutive sentences on each case for a total of 146 months in prison.
 

The Washington County District Attorney’s Office commends the work of the Tigard Police Department, Beaverton Police Department, Portland Police Bureau, and the Washington County Sheriff's Office in apprehending the suspect.
 

In addition to his prison sentence, the court also imposed more than $23,000 in restitution to be paid to the victims of these crimes. 

CALEB LOGAN SPURLOCK SENTENCED TO 22 MONTHS IN PRISON FOR MONTHS-LONG CRIME SPREE (Photo) -03/10/25

HILLSBORO, Ore- On February 24, 2025, Caleb Logan Spurlock pleaded guilty to four counts of criminal mischief in the first degree (court case number 24CR31920) and three counts of unlawful use of a weapon (court case number 24CR27262). He was sentenced to 22 months in prison by Washington County Circuit Court Judge Kathleen Proctor. Deputy District Attorney Mahalee Streblow prosecuted these cases.
 

From October 2023 through May of 2024, the defendant used a sophisticated slingshot loaded with metal ball bearings to shoot out the windows of several vehicles as they drove near Pacific Avenue in Forest Grove. This was one mile from where the defendant lived with his parents. 14 victims, including an off-duty detective with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, were targeted. They all reported similar stories—they were driving down the street when something hit their vehicles and shattered their windows. Several victims found metal ball bearings in their cars after the attacks, and many were hurt by the shattered glass. These crimes caused significant unease in the community as residents believed they were hearing gunshots.
 

Forest Grove police set up camera systems in the area and eventually recorded one of the attacks. The footage showed a man in a hoodie with an electric scooter shooting at passing vehicles. On May 24, 2024, they spotted the defendant committing another shooting and arrested him. He had an electric scooter, a slingshot, and a box full of metal ball bearings.
 

Between February 9-11, 2024, the defendant also caused approximately $68,000 in damages to 21 vehicles parked at a Beaverton car dealership where he was previously employed. He smashed the windows of the vehicles. These acts were caught on surveillance cameras. The video depicted a man later identified as Mr. Spurlock committing the crimes. He was seen leaving the scene on the same electric scooter used in previous crimes.  

The Washington County District Attorney’s Office commends the work of the Forest Grove Police Department and Beaverton Police Department for their work in identifying and apprehending the defendant.
 

In addition to his prison sentence, Judge Proctor ordered the defendant to pay more than $77,000 in restitution to his victims and to serve two years of post-prison supervision upon his release. 

JOSHUA BIRJANU POWERS SENTENCED TO 162 MONTHS IN PRISON IN SEXUAL ASSAULT CASE (Photo) -03/04/25

HILLSBORO, Ore- On February 26, 2025, a Washington County jury found Joshua Birjanu Powers, age 31, guilty of attempted sodomy in the first degree, attempted rape in the first degree, sexual abuse in the first degree (two counts), sexual abuse in the third degree, public indecency, assault in the fourth degree (two counts) and interference with making a report. Senior Deputy District Attorney Chris Lewman prosecuted the defendant before Judge Ricardo Menchaca.
 

On January 18, 2025, the defendant entered a hotel in Beaverton where the 61-year-old victim was working the desk nightshift by herself. Shortly after entering the lobby, Mr. Powers began to harass the victim. The assault then turned physical as he groped her and grabbed her body multiple times, exposed himself and began masturbating in front of her. When she attempted to call police, he ripped the phone from her hands and ended the call.
 

Fortunately, dispatchers were able to identify the caller’s location. Officers with the Beaverton Police Department arrived and witnessed the ongoing assault. They quickly intervened and arrested the defendant. The assault was recorded on hotel surveillance cameras as well as body-worn cameras.
 

The Washington County District Attorney’s Office commends the Beaverton Police Department for their work in protecting the victim.
 

Mr. Powers will be transferred to the Oregon Department of Corrections to serve his sentence. 

RAYMOND PEREZ FOUND GUILTY IN CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE CASE (Photo) -02/27/25

HILLSBORO, Ore- On February 25, 2025, a Washington County jury found Raymond Perez, age 39, guilty of multiple charges including two counts of rape in the first degree, sodomy in the first degree, two counts of using a child in display of sexually explicit conduct, two counts of sexual abuse in the second degree, and luring a minor. Senior Deputy District Attorney Andy Pulver prosecuted the defendant before Judge Hafez Daraee.
 

The defendant began sexually abusing the minor victim in 2021 following his release from prison on unrelated charges. The abuse continued until 2022 when the victim reported the defendant's actions to a family member. She recorded several FaceTime conversations with the defendant to provide evidence of his criminal activity. The victim's loved one alerted the Tigard Police Department and detectives launched an investigation.
 

The victim was interviewed by medical experts at CARES Northwest where she gave additional details of the abuse. She also provided handwritten letters from the defendant in which the defendant used phrasing and terminology consistent with a romantic relationship.
 

The Washington County District Attorney's Office commends the bravery of the victim throughout this process. This office also acknowledges the work of the Tigard Police Department and CARES Northwest.
 

A sentencing hearing is scheduled for April 14, 2025.

MEDIA INVITED TO ATTEND 50TH GRADUATION CEREMONY FOR THE VETERANS TREATMENT COURT (Photo) -02/27/25

WHAT: Veterans Treatment Court 50^th Graduation Ceremony
WHEN: Monday, March 3, 2025, 2:45 p.m.
WHERE: Washington County Courthouse, Judge Eric Butterfield's courtroom, 102C
 

HILLSBORO, Ore- The Washington County Veterans Treatment Court (VTC) is set to celebrate a major milestone in the program's history. On Monday, March 3, 2025, the court will honor Matthew Rose, the 50^th graduate of the program. Program partners, distinguished members of the community, and elected officials will all be on hand to mark the occasion. Media members are welcome to attend as well.
 

Established in 2018, the mission of the VTC is to enhance public safety and reduce recidivism by offering eligible justice-involved veterans a sentencing alternative through a comprehensive, judicially supervised treatment program to address underlying substance use and/or mental health disorders. The goal is to return healthy, law-abiding veterans to the community using best practices and evidence-based approaches.
 

The Washington County District Attorney's Office secured federal grant funding to launch the program. Since its inception, the VTC has grown due to the support and backing of key partners including the Washington County Circuit Court, the Oregon Defense Attorney Consortium, Washington County Community Corrections (Probation and Parole), Washington County Disability, Aging and Veteran Services, the Washington County Sheriff's Office, and the Department of Veterans Affairs.
 

The program has helped justice-involved veterans turn their lives around, reunite with family and friends, and become active members of their communities once again.
 

"Prior to entering the Veterans Treatment Court my life was on a downward trajectory, and I was at one of the lowest points in my life. The amazing team with the VTC has helped me tremendously and has given me the tools, resources, and support to be successful and regain control of my life," Mr. Rose said.
 

Mr. Rose served for nine years in the United States Army, which included a deployment to Afghanistan from 2013-2014. Following his honorable discharge, he struggled a great deal with PTSD, which led to substance misuse, and ultimately, the charges that brought him into the VTC program.
 

"For a long time, I felt stuck in the previous chapter of my life with no roadmap on how to get back on track. The VTC helped me create that roadmap and kept me accountable during the difficult climb up," Mr. Rose added. "I don't think I would be where I am today without the unwavering support I have received over the last few years. I am so thankful that this program, and the amazing people that run it, exist. I now feel like my mental and physical health are the best they've been since leaving the military and that I have opened a new chapter in my life with a brighter future."
 

Mr. Rose and key supporters of the program will be available for media interviews after the graduation ceremony. Interested parties should contact Stephen Mayer with the Washington County District Attorney's Office for additional information: Stephen_Mayer@washingtoncountyor.gov, 971-708-8219. 

WASHINGTON COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE'S CHILD SUPPORT DIVISION RATED TOP-COLLECTING DIVISION IN OREGON -02/26/25

HILLSBORO, Ore- The Washington County District Attorney's Office is pleased to report that its Child Support Division is the top-collecting division of its kind in Oregon. This team assists with the establishment, administration, and collection of child support orders to help children and parents in Washington County.

According to figures provided by the state, the Child Support Division collected more than $26 million in child support obligations for children and parents during the federal fiscal year of October 2023 to September 2024. This marks the highest collection amount statewide.

What's more, the Child Support Division met federal performance benchmarks to qualify for 100% of available federal matching funds, an estimated $154,000. This additional funding helps conserve local county resources.

Washington County District Attorney Kevin Barton says the work of the DA's child support division is critical to supporting children and parents in our community.

"I'm proud that once again the Washington County Child Support Enforcement team leads the state in collecting court-ordered support for children," said District Attorney Barton. "Ensuring children have a stable home environment promotes public safety for our entire community."

Senior Deputy District Attorney Ana Maria Carter oversees the Child Support Division. SDDA Carter says these figures reflect the hard work of her team.

"The success of the Washington County District Attorney's Office's Child Support Division is thanks to our team's hard work and dedication to the families in the Washington County community. Our mission is to ensure our county's children have the support they need to grow in a stable environment."

In addition to collecting child support funds, this division also helps parents establish paternity, secure child support and medical support orders, and modify existing orders. More information about this work can be found here.