Seven Arrested In Organized Retail Theft Mission (Photo) - 09/29/26

On Thursday, September 24, 2026, Washington County Sheriff’s Office detectives partnered with local businesses to combat organized retail theft in unincorporated Washington County, near the city of Beaverton. 

During the mission, Washington County Sheriff’s Office detectives and uniformed patrol deputies collaborated with asset protection staff to identify individuals committing thefts at Fred Meyer and Target. Deputies took seven individuals into custody for theft, outstanding arrest warrants, and criminal mischief involving property damage. Detectives recovered hundreds of dollars’ worth of merchandise from those arrested. 

This mission was funded by a grant obtained by the Washington County District Attorney’s Office from the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office will continue to collaborate with retail and law enforcement partners on additional initiatives to combat organized retail theft and shoplifting in Washington County.