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Detectives are looking for tips from the public to locate a vehicle of interest related to a homicide in Aloha on February 18, 2021.
The vehicle is a red Hyundai Elantra with passenger side damage. The car has a temp permit, but no plates.
If you have any information about this vehicle of interest, please contact the Washington County Sheriff’s Office at 503-629-0111.
Case #50-21-2372
Statement from Jeremy Covey's Family
March 4, 2021
On Friday, March 5, 2021, the family of Jeremy Covey released the following statement to the media:
Two weeks ago our world was turned upside down by the sudden and untimely death of our beloved Jeremy. He had just been offered a new beginning and his chance at that was taken away. While our grief is immeasurable, so is our hope for justice.
We want to express our unending appreciation to the Washington County Sheriff's Office, Washington County Major Crimes Team, Beaverton Police and all agencies involved in apprehending Jeremy’s murderer. Your kindness, tireless hours, diligence, and swiftness will not be forgotten. When you looked Jeremy’s mother in the eyes and said you promised, we knew you meant it. Thank you.
We are overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, condolences and support from family, friends and those who truly loved Jeremy. We thank you all for your prayers and hope you will understand our need for privacy as we learn to heal and move forward seeking justice for Jeremy.
The family will not be doing any media interviews at this time.
(Previous media releases below)
On March 4, 2021, at 8:02 p.m., Beaverton Police Officers saw a vehicle associated with 35-year-old Herbert Rabago near SW 149th Avenue and SW Farmington Road. Beaverton Police Officers knew Mr. Rabago had an active arrest warrant for the murder of Jeremy Lee Covey.
Officers attempted to stop the vehicle, and a pursuit ensued throughout Beaverton and came to an end near the Beaverton Central Max Station, where Mr. Rabago ran on foot. Officers apprehended Mr. Rabago shortly after. No one was injured during the incident.
Mr. Rabago was lodged in the Washington County Jail on his outstanding warrant.
The Washington County Sheriff's Office would like to thank Beaverton Police Department for locating Mr. Rabago.
On February 18, 2021, at 1:52 p.m. Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a shooting call in the 17800 block of SW Kinnaman Road where one person had been shot. When deputies arrived, they learned the victim had been transported to the Providence Urgent Care in Tanasbourne.
When deputies arrived at the Urgent Care, they discovered the victim was deceased.
The victim has been identified as 32-year-old Jeremy Lee Covey of Portland.
Detectives from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office Violent Crimes Unit responded to the scene to investigate the homicide.
The investigation is ongoing; more information will be released as it becomes available.
If you have information related to the homicide, contact the Washington County Sheriff’s Office at (503) 846-2700.