Deputies Arrest Man For Shooting From Vehicle (Photo) - 03/03/26

On Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 10:40 p.m., deputies with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office  and officers from the Hillsboro Police Department responded to multiple 911 calls reporting gunshots near the 8300 block of NE Quatama Street in Beaverton. Callers reported seeing the driver of a 2017 Ford F-150 firing a handgun from the vehicle’s window.
 

Deputies and officers searched the area and located the F-150 parked outside a nearby residence. Investigators found shell casings on the ground near the vehicle. Deputies contacted the residents of the home and identified the driver as 24-year-old Andres Alfaro-Reyes.
 

During the investigation, deputies determined Alfaro-Reyes was intoxicated at the time of the incident. He was arrested and lodged on the following charges:

• Unlawful Use of a Weapon
• Recklessly Endangering Another Person
• DUII
• Disorderly Conduct in the Second Degree

No injuries or property damage have been reported.
 

Anyone with additional information about this incident who has not yet spoken with investigators is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office through non-emergency dispatch and reference case number 50-26-2505.

Drone As First Responder Program Testing In Washington County (Photo) - 02/19/26

On Friday, February 20, 2026, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office will begin a trial using the Drone as First Responder (DFR) program. DFR uses cutting-edge technology to quickly gather information and relay it to responding patrol deputies via a dedicated control station.

A designated pilot in command (PIC) can remotely control the Skydio X10 drones used as DFRs. Each PIC holds a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) license, and Skydio trained each pilot in the specific use of the X10 drone.  

To better support call volume, the Skydio X10 drones’ secure charging bases (docks) will be based in Aloha. During the trial period, DFR may be seen in the Aloha area, recognizable by their red and blue emergency lights, and operate at a lower elevation of about 200 ft or less due to FAA regulations. A PIC can deploy a DFR to police calls where exigency necessitates a quick response.

PICs strictly adhere to the Oregon Revised Statutes when deploying drones as a valuable tool for gathering evidence. Current Sheriff’s Office policy and procedures guide the drone pilots in the deployment of drones in the field and through DFR.

The privacy of our community members is paramount, and drones cannot be used to establish probable cause or reasonable suspicion of a crime, even if that crime was committed in view of the pilot during a training flight.

Sheriff Caprice Massey expressed her deep appreciation for the program and its impact on public safety - “In 2025 alone, our interagency drone team deployed nearly 650 times. That means 650 moments when we were able to assess danger more quickly, provide real-time information to deputies, and protect both our community members and first responders. Programs like Drone as First Responder allow us to see more, know more, and respond smarter — ultimately saving time, resources, and potentially lives. We will continue leveraging technology to meet the growing demand for service in innovative and responsible ways.”

Following the trial period, Sheriff’s Office leadership will conduct a comprehensive review of deployment data, response times, and operational outcomes to evaluate the program’s effectiveness. Based on those findings, the agency will determine whether to expand coverage to additional areas of the County through a longer-term partnership with Skydio. Additional information will be shared after the evaluation is complete.

Thank you for supporting the Washington County Sheriff's Office and for our continued efforts to make our community safer. 

Detectives Seeking To Identify Witnesses In Robbery Investigation - 02/19/26

On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 6:36 p.m., Efrain Alaniz-Garcia entered and robbed a marijuana dispensary near the 6300 block of SW Beaverton Hillsdale Highway in Multnomah County. Alaniz-Garcia, a 27-year-old from Portland, then fled on foot from the dispensary and headed towards unincorporated Washington County.

At about 6:54 p.m., Washington County Consolidated Communications Agency (WCCCA) fielded multiple calls of a man waving down cars on SW Oleson Road and trying to get in at least one, with a description similar to that of the robbery suspect from Multnomah County.

Deputies responding to the call located and arrested Alaniz-Garcia, but not before he attempted to assault the responders. A deputy sustained minor injuries and was evaluated at a local hospital. Alaniz-Garcia also sustained minor injuries during the struggle and was assessed by medical personnel before being transported to jail for the following:

• Robbery in the second degree
• Theft in the first degree
• Assault on a public safety officer
• Assault in the fourth degree
• Criminal mischief in the third degree
• Misdemeanor warrant out of Beaverton

Detectives from the Sheriff’s Office Violent Crimes Unit (VCU) arrived to assist with the investigation and learned that multiple witnesses had left the scene before speaking with investigators. Detectives want to speak with witnesses and identify any victims whose cars were damaged or that Alaniz-Garcia attempted to get into.

If you have information or video about this incident and have not spoken to detectives, please contact our Investigations Division at 503-846-2500 and reference case number 50-26-2323. 

Deputies Arrest Driver In Hit-and-Run Crash With Pedestrian - 02/18/26

On Tuesday, February 17th, deputies received a tip from a community member who identified the driver in the hit-and-run crash between a truck and a pedestrian that took place on February 13th near SW Tualatin Valley Highway and SW 178th Avenue. The tip identified the driver of the involved 2010 Ford F-150 as 43-year-old Amber Peterson of Aloha.

Deputies located and arrested Peterson and seized the truck as evidence. Peterson faces charges of Assault in the third degree and hit-and-run. Additional charges may follow as the investigation continues.

The Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the community for coming forward with information. If you have information about this incident and have not spoken to deputies, please contact the Sheriff’s Office through non-emergency dispatch at 503-629-0111 referencing case number 50-26-2105. 

Original Media Release: Deputies Investigating Hit and Run in Aloha

February 15, 2026

On Friday, February 13, 2026, at 6:34 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a crash between a pedestrian and a truck at SW Tualatin Valley Highway and SW 178^th Avenue. Community members stopped to help a 31-year-old man that was in the road and called police after learning he was hit by a vehicle that did not stop to check on him.

When deputies arrived, they found the man with serious injuries, and the Washington County Crash Analysis and Reconstruction Team was called to the scene to lead the investigation. Investigators discovered a video of the involved truck from a nearby business. The truck appears to be black, full-size, and has a 4-door cab. The driver of the truck may have been a woman with blonde hair.

Investigators would like to speak with anyone that witnessed the crash who has not spoken with law enforcement or anyone who has information on the identity of the person driving the truck. Please call 503-629-0111 and reference case number 50-26-2105. 

**Media note** video is available--please email WCSOpio@washingtoncountyor.gov and we will send you the video 

Detectives Arrest Four Suspects In Aloha Shooting - 02/13/26

On Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 4:11 a.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a shooting at the Cedar Crest Apartments, 4610 SW Mueller Drive in Beaverton. Deputies, along with officers from the Beaverton Police Department, found the victim, a 28-year-old male, with a gunshot wound inside an apartment. First responders rendered aid, and the victim was transported to a hospital. He is currently in critical condition.

The suspects fled the scene and, despite an extensive search, were not located by initial responders. Detectives from the Sheriff’s Office Violent Crime Unit and the Washington County Major Crimes Team were called to the scene to lead the investigation. Detectives learned that the victim was with Yaneli Jaime, 26, just prior to the shooting. Information gathered by investigators indicated that there were multiple people involved in the incident, which began as an armed robbery. 

During the investigation, detectives executed over twenty warrants and conducted follow-up throughout Oregon and Washington.

On Monday, February 2, 2026, Jaime was arrested at a residence in Vancouver, Washington. She was booked into the Clark County Jail on charges related to this investigation.

On Wednesday, February 4, 2026, Diego Torres-Topete, 18, of Kennewick, Washington, was arrested by the Richland Police Department. He was booked into the Benton County Jail (WA).

On Wednesday, February 11, 2026, the United States Marshals Service arrested Arnoldo Avila, 20, and Roberto Huato, 18, in Hermiston, Oregon. They were booked into the Umatilla County Jail.

All the suspects involved are facing charges of attempted murder in the second degree and robbery in the first degree. The investigation is ongoing, and additional charges will be added. 

We would like to thank the following agencies for their partnership during this intensive investigation:

• Beaverton Police Department
• Hillsboro Police Department
• Vancouver Police Department
• Kennewick Police Department
• Pasco Police Department
• Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families
• Hermiston Police Department
• Umatilla Police Department
• Umatilla County Sheriff's Office
• Oregon State Police
• United States Marshals Service

Detectives would like to hear from anyone with information regarding this case. Please call 503-846-2500 with information and reference case number 50-26-1455.