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Newest Sheriff's Office K9 Team
Newest Sheriff's Office K9 Team
Newest Sheriff's Office K9 Team
The Washington County Sheriff's Foundation wishes to express its deepest sympathy to the family of Russ Mosser, President, who passed away unexpectedly on June 3rd.
Russ was instrumental in pursuing funding for many projects not included in the Sheriff's Office Budget. Including the acquisition of Blake, the newest K9 assigned to the Jail along with the K9 vehicle, financing for a new Search and Rescue (SAR) van. Russ was a true "go getter" and he will be certainly missed.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Welcome K9 Rip!
The Washington County Sheriff's Office recently welcomed a new member to their K9 family - K9 Rip.
Rip is an 11-month-old Dutch Shepherd, who comes from the impressive lineage of two working dog parents, making him the perfect addition to the K9 unit. He will join Cpl. Akin is on the team after completing his training in September 2024.
The Washington County Sheriff's Office Foundation is proud to continue its support of the K9 unit and their effort to keep our communities
The 17th Annual K9 trials, held at the Hillsboro Stadium in Washington County, hosted by the Washington County Sheriff's Office and Washington County Sheriff's Office Foundation, was a huge success. This year's winner and 1st place overall was K9 Blazer with his partner Officer Schmidt of the Hillsboro Police Department.
We want to extend a special thank you to all of the participants from the Beaverton Police Department, Clackamas County Sheriff's Office, Gladstone Police Department, Hillsboro Police Department, Springfield Police Department - Oregon, Yamhill County Sheriff's Office, and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.
A huge thank you to all the sponsors who made this event possible.
Thank you to all of the volunteers and staff of the Sheriff's Office for their hard work during the event.
Recognizing Sheriff Garrett on His Retirement after 35 Year
Dear Washington County Community,
We would like to express our deepest gratitude for the extraordinary service and leadership of Sheriff Pat Garrett, who is retiring after an outstanding 35-year career with the Washington County Sheriff's Office. As the 32nd elected Sheriff since 2011, Sheriff Garrett has exemplified dedication, integrity, and compassion throughout his tenure.
Under Sheriff Garrett's leadership, the Washington County Sheriff's Office has achieved remarkable advancements in community policing and public safety and fostered positive relationships between law enforcement and the community. Sheriff Garrett consistently prioritized community engagement and worked tirelessly to promote trust and understanding within the community.
Sheriff Garrett's commitment to excellence and the well-being of our community has been unwavering. He has guided the Sheriff's Office through various challenges, always with a firm resolve to serve and protect the community of Washington County. His relentless pursuit of justice and compassionate approach have left an indelible mark.
Sheriff Garrett has implemented innovative programs to promote public safety and strive for inclusivity. His efforts have increased community involvement and strengthened partnerships within the law enforcement community and with community organizations. Sheriff Garrett's dedication to addressing the needs and concerns of individuals in our community has fostered an environment of collaboration and progress.
As we bid farewell to Sheriff Garrett, we express our heartfelt gratitude for his outstanding service and wish him a well-deserved retirement. The impact of his leadership will be felt for years to come as his legacy continues to shape the future of the Washington County Sheriff's Office. We are immensely grateful for his 35 years of remarkable service, his commitment to public safety, and his unwavering dedication to the betterment of our community.
Sheriff Garrett - Thank you for your selfless service, and may your retirement be filled with happiness, fulfillment, and countless new adventures.
Pat Garrett retires after 35 years of service at WCSO
Sheriff Garrett has served at the Sheriff’s Office for over 30 years and has held every uniform rank. He began his third term as sheriff in January 2021.
Pat also served in the U.S. Army and Army Reserve for 25 years and was mobilized twice after 9/11. In 2007, he served one year in Baghdad with the 4th Brigade, 1st Infantry Division on a Provincial Reconstruction Team.
Pat earned a master’s degree in Public Administration from Portland State University and graduated from the FBI’s National Academy.
He resides in Hillsboro and has been married to Coleen for 35 years. They have two grown children. They enjoy snow skiing in the winter and hiking in the summer.