UPDATE: Man Charged For May 2023 Fatal Shooting (Photo) -04/02/25

Over the weekend, detectives learned that the victim in this shooting had died. The victim has been identified as 24-year-old Pedro Antonio Prieto-Lopez of Tigard. His family has been notified of his death and provided the attached photograph for public release and the following statement:

"Antonio was a thoughtful gentle giant with an infectious laugh. He was incredibly smart, and passionate about fitness, anime, and making sure the people in his life knew how much he loved them. His passing is an unspeakable tragedy that touches many lives. We implore anyone with knowledge about his death to please contact the police."

After an early morning shooting in the Metzger neighborhood, a man is left in critical condition.

On Thursday, May 18, 2023, at 3:11 am, Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of a shooting at the intersection of SW Hall Blvd and SW Locust Street in unincorporated Washington County. A security guard parked nearby called 911 to report that they heard gunshots and located a 24-year-old male with severe injuries.

Officers from the Beaverton and Tigard Police Departments responded to assist. They provided life-saving measures, including applying tourniquets. Paramedics arrived to take over advanced care, and the victim was transported to a local hospital, where he is listed in critical condition.

Deputies learned that the suspect left the scene, and no immediate arrests were made.

Detectives from the Washington County Violent Crimes Unit are investigating the shooting. Detectives would like to speak to anyone with additional information or video from the area. Please call 503-846-2524 if you have any information.

Man Arresting For Sexually Assaulting Multiple Women (Photo) -03/25/25

In February 2025, detectives with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office Violent Crimes Unit began investigating a sexual assault case. Over the following weeks, detectives interviewed multiple women who said they had been raped or sexually assaulted by 22-year-old Jordan Beyer, who most recently has been living in rural Washington County near Banks.

The sexual assaults happened at different locations in Washington County, including in and near Banks, Forest Grove, and Beaverton. Beyer frequently used physical force or threats to assault his victims, who were known to him.

On March 21, 2025, a Washington County grand jury heard evidence in this case and indicted Beyer for 21 counts as follows:

• Two counts of rape in the first degree
• Four counts of unlawful sexual penetration in the first degree
• Eight counts of sexual abuse in the first degree
• One count of sodomy in the first degree
• Two counts of luring a minor
• Three counts of sexual abuse in the third degree
• One count of invasion of personal privacy in the first degree

On March 25, 2025, detectives arrested Beyer during a traffic stop on Highway 26 just east of Highway 6. He was lodged in the Washington County Jail without bail, pending the state’s request to hold him in preventative detention.

Additional charges are possible as the investigation continues. Detectives believe there are more victims who have not yet been interviewed, and investigators would like to speak with anyone who has information about Beyer. Please call the Sheriff’s Office at 503-846-2500 and reference case number 50-25-1043 to speak with a detective about this case.

The release of Beyer’s booking photo is for law enforcement purposes and is in accordance with Oregon House Bill 3273 for the identification of additional criminal activity.

Detectives Seek Additional Victims In Sex Trafficking Investigation (Photo) -03/24/25

On March 2, 2025, deputies with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) received a report of domestic violence in the Bethany community at an apartment near NW West Union Rd. and NW Bethany Blvd. Deputies learned 26-year-old Jesse Lee St. Marie Blankenship assaulted a woman several days earlier. Blankenship was also wanted by the Gresham Police Department for assaulting and strangling the same woman in February 2025. Deputies then learned Blankenship had a felony warrant for parole violation related to a prior conviction for assaulting a different woman.

While conducting surveillance on the apartment, deputies spotted Blankenship getting into an SUV during the early morning hours of March 4. As deputies moved in to arrest him, Blankenship jumped out of the SUV and tried to run but deputies immediately captured and arrested him.

Detectives from the WCSO Violent Crimes Unit responded to the scene. During the investigation, detectives learned Blankenship was involved in sex trafficking as well as being physically violent to multiple people.

On March 17, a Washington County grand jury heard evidence on the case and issued a 21-count indictment. On March 20, a Multnomah County grand jury heard evidence as well and indicted Blankenship for nine additional charges.

Blankenship has been held without bail at the Washington County Jail since March 4. In addition to his parole violation, Blankenship is facing the following charges in Washington County:

• Compelling prostitution – two counts
• Promoting prostitution – two counts
• Coercion – five counts
• Assault in the second degree – two counts
• Harassment
• Assault in the fourth degree (felony) – two counts
• Assault in the fourth degree (misdemeanor) – two counts
• Menacing – two counts
• Recklessly endangering another person
• Causing another person to ingest a controlled substance
• Tampering with a witness
• Supplying contraband – two counts

Blankenship was indicted for the following charges in Multnomah County:

• Strangulation (felony)
• Assault in the fourth degree (misdemeanor) – three counts
• Coercion
• Menacing
• Theft in the second degree
• Harassment – two counts

The investigation is ongoing, and additional charges are likely. Detectives believe there are additional victims and witnesses and would like to speak with anyone who has information about Blankenship. Please call 503-846-2500 and reference case 50-25-3033.

The release of Blankenship’s booking photo is for law enforcement purposes and is in accordance with Oregon House Bill 3273 for the identification of additional criminal activity.

Woman Arrested For Attempted Murder -03/22/25

Early on Saturday morning, March 22, 2025, at around 7:40 a.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a disturbance involving a weapon on the 18400 block of NW Chemeketa Lane in unincorporated Washington County.

Upon arrival, deputies found a 36-year-old man inside his apartment suffering from multiple stab wounds. The victim told deputies that a woman known to him, 26-year-old Rosalia Martinez-Hernandez forced entry into his residence and stabbed him multiple times before fleeing the scene.

The victim was transported to a nearby hospital where he is currently listed in serious but stable condition.

Following the incident, detectives from the Violent Crimes Unit joined the investigation. Meanwhile, deputies initiated a search for Martinez-Hernandez. She was located by a patrolling deputy near the intersection of SW Springville Road and NW 178^th Avenue.

At 8:25 a.m., detectives arrested Martinez-Hernandez without incident. She was then transported to the Washington County Jail where she was booked on charges of Attempted Murder in the Second Degree, Assault in the First Degree, and Burglary in the First Degree. Additional charges may follow as the investigation continues.

Further details are not available at this time as the investigation is still ongoing.

K9 Track Locates Fleeing Suspect -03/18/25

On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 1:02 a.m., a Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputy patrolling in the community of Aloha near SW 185th Avenue and SW Johnson saw the driver of a 2011 silver Hyundai Elantra take off at a high rate of speed.

The deputy attempted a traffic stop, but the driver started trying to elude before abandoning the vehicle and running on foot near SW 185th Avenue and SW Baseline Road.

Deputies from the Sheriff’s Office and Officers from the Hillsboro and Beaverton Police Departments contained the area in preparation for a K9 track assisted by a drone. Within about 15 minutes, Corporal Terry and K9 Griff located the driver, 41-year-old Lloyd Gonzales, hiding in the neighborhood. Deputies discovered that the Hyundai Elantra had recently been stolen from the Cedar Mill area.

Gonzales was transported to the Washington County Jail and booked for attempting to elude, possession of a stolen vehicle, and unlawful possession of methamphetamine. 

Investigators Seek The Identity Of Armed Robber (Photo) -03/17/25

On Sunday, March 16, 2025, at 8:51 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to an armed robbery called in from the Godfather’s Pizza located at 17691 SW Farmington Road in the community of Aloha.

Deputies from the Sheriff’s Office and Officers from the Beaverton Police Department contained the area and attempted a K9 track assisted by a drone. Unfortunately, the suspect was not located and is believed to have left in a vehicle before police arrival.

The Sheriff's Office is asking for assistance from the community to identify the suspect.

If you recognize the suspect or have information about this incident and have not spoken to investigators, please contact the Washington County Sheriff's Office Investigations Division at 503-846-2500, referencing case number 50-25-3756.