Washington County

On Friday, December 20, 2024, a Washington County grand jury heard the evidence in this case and indicted Jose Lucas Morfin Jr. on the following charges:Manslaughter in the first degreeAssault in the second degree x2Abuse of a corpse in the second degreeUnlawful use of a weaponFelon in possession of a firearmThe family of Mary McDowell’s has provided the following statement:“As a family, we are deeply saddened by the circumstances surrounding the death of our beloved Mary Longway McDowell.  Mary was a sweet, kind, caring soul with a delightful giggle who spent her entire life serving and caring for others. She cared for many family members at the end of their lives including her sister, her late husband, both of her parents and even other residents at her mother’s memory care facility. She was always available to help friends, neighbors, and strangers.  She helped so many people throughout her lifetime, and we are asking the public to help her now.  If you have any information or had contact with her individually or encountered her with her partner, Jose Lucas Morfin Jr. in recent years, please reach out to the detectives assigned to this case.  Details that you might not think are importantly could be very helpful to gain greater understanding of what led up to her death.  We, as a family, also request that the public refrain from speculating about her especially on social media as that is very hurtful to her grieving family members.”The family has requested privacy during this time and does not wish to participate in interviews.Detectives are continuing to investigate and have received many tips from the public. Detectives have learned that Morfin Jr. primarily uses his middle name, Lucas. Photos of both Morfin Jr. and Mary McDowell are being shared in hopes of generating additional tips.The release of Morfin Jr.’s booking photo is for law enforcement purposes and is in accordance with Oregon House Bill 3273 for the identification of additional criminal activity.Original Release:Man Arrested After Woman Found DeceasedOn Friday, December 13, 2024, at 4:40 a.m., deputies from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a report of an unresponsive woman near the road outside a house in the 20500 block of SW Edy Road.Paramedics and deputies responded and found the woman was deceased. She was identified as 64-year-old Mary McDowell, who lived in the home. At the scene, deputies also detained her partner, 38-year-old Jose Lucas Morfin, Jr.Detectives from the Violent Crimes Unit and the interagency Major Crimes Team responded to investigate the death.Detectives arrested Morfin for assault in the second degree, unlawful use of a weapon, and felon in possession of a firearm. The investigation into McDowell’s death continues, and additional charges may be forthcoming.The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for any information related to this case. If you have details that might assist the investigation, please contact Washington County Non-Emergency Dispatch at 503-629-0111.

Since October 2024, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office has been investigating multiple reports of a man exposing himself to women. Initially, identifying the suspect proved challenging due to limited information. However, detectives from the Violent Crimes Unit were able to identify the man as 36-year-old Derrick James Bonn of Portland. The investigation revealed that Bonn was linked to ten separate incidents between October and December, primarily occurring in the Cooper Mountain area of Aloha, where he worked as a newspaper delivery man. In nine of these incidents, Bonn targeted women who were either inside their home or engaging in outdoor activities such as walking or jogging during the early morning hours. Bonn exhibited a disturbing pattern of behavior, often exiting his vehicle—a maroon 2004 Ford Focus hatchback with Oregon plates—to directly confront the women or appearing at their windows to expose himself while engaging in lewd acts.On December 13, 2024, detectives arrested Bonn during a mission specifically focused to locate him and prevent additional incidents. Bonn has been initially charged with two counts of public indecency, with additional charges anticipated as the investigation progresses.Detectives believe there may be more victims who have not yet come forward. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information or who may have been a victim of Bonn’s to contact investigators at 503-846-2700.The release of Bonn’s booking photo is for law enforcement purposes and is in accordance with Oregon House Bill 3273 for the identification of additional criminal activity.

On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 09:51 a.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a welfare check at the Baseline Woods Apartments in unincorporated Washington County after a concerned caller reported not hearing from one of the residents. During the investigation, deputies located two deceased individuals inside an apartment. Detectives from the Washington County Sheriff's Office Violent Crimes Unit responded for further investigation. The medical examiner will determine the cause and manner of death. Investigators do not believe there is a danger to the public. If you have information about this incident, please contact the Washington County Sheriff’s Office at 503-846-2500 and reference case number 50-24-18037. 

On Sunday, December 8, 2024, at about 6:30 p.m., the Washington County Sheriff’s Office assisted Oregon State Police in locating a reckless driver heading Eastbound on Highway 6 out of Tillamook County.  The Oregon State Police had tried twice to stop a dark-colored BMW traveling approximately 120 mph on Highway 6, but it eluded them. Deputies waited for the vehicle near Gales Creek and successfully set spike strips.   Despite driving on deflated tires, the driver continued Eastbound onto Highway 26, where spikes were used again. The vehicle finally stopped near Jackson School Road, where the driver, 21-year-old Adrian Henriquez of Hillsboro, was taken into custody. Henriquez will face charges in both Washington and Tillamook Counties.  A few hours later, at about 10:45 p.m., deputies responded to a single-vehicle crash into a house near the 15000 block of NW Nightshade Drive in Portland. The driver, 19-year-old Jesus Solorzano-Lopez, lost control of his 2006 Infiniti G35 and crashed into a residence. During the investigation, Lopez was arrested for DUII, reckless driving, and criminal mischief.  On Monday morning, at about 8:20 a.m., deputies were dispatched to check on a woman slumped over the steering wheel of a running vehicle. When deputies arrived, they observed drug paraphernalia near the driver.  The woman woke up but would not cooperate with the deputies. She fled the scene at a high rate of speed Eastbound on SW Alexander Street and then crashed near the intersection of SW 170th Avenue and SW Alexander Street, narrowly missing a pedestrian.  The driver ran from the vehicle but was found by a tracking K9 from the Hillsboro Police Department. The driver, 30-year-old Keva Dubuque of Washington State, was arrested for attempting to elude, reckless driving, recklessly endangering another person, DUII, possession of a controlled substance, hit and run, and criminal mischief.  

Missing Person Update: Carl has been located.  Deputies are seeking help locating Carl Roberts, 25, of Aloha. Carl was last seen on December 5, 2024, at about 12:45 p.m. near the intersection of SW Blanton Street and SW 160th Avenue. Carl was last seen wearing a blue shirt, blue basketball shorts with white stripes, and Crocs. He is 5’ 8” tall and approximately 220 pounds with brown hair and hazel eyes. Carl left on foot, is not dressed for the cold weather, and is on the autism spectrum. He may not be aware of his surroundings and could be seen standing out in traffic. If you have seen Carl or have information on his whereabouts, please call non-emergency dispatch at 503-629-0111. 

On Sunday, November 24, 2024, at 9:41 p.m., a Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputy assigned to the Traffic Safety Unit was following a suspected impaired driver on SW Hall Blvd. in the city of Tigard. When the vehicle reached a dead end, the driver suddenly reversed, striking the deputy’s patrol car. Fortunately, the deputy was not seriously injured.After further investigation, Henrry Ochoa-Avila, 31, of Beaverton, was arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII) and Reckless Driving. He later provided a breath sample that registered a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .19, more than twice the legal limit. In a separate incident on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at 1:49 a.m., deputies working in the city of Cornelius observed a car that was failing to maintain its lane. They noted that one tire on the car was flat and another tire was shredded. As the driver continued, the car was traveling on the rim, causing it to bounce noticeably. Deputies determined that just 20 minutes earlier, this same car had been driven on railroad tracks in the city of Hillsboro.Deputies stopped the vehicle and later arrested the driver, Ricardo Ocampo-Jaimes, 45, of Forest Grove, for DUII and Reckless Driving. The investigating deputy applied for and obtained a search warrant to collect blood evidence from the driver in this case. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office reminds the public to not get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol or any substance that impairs their ability to drive. Plan ahead by designating a sober driver or using a rideshare service to ensure you arrive safely at your destination.

On Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at 5:19 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies serving the City of Cornelius responded to reports of a collision between a cyclist and a vehicle near the intersection of Baseline Street and SW 345th Avenue. The cyclist was seriously injured and taken to a local hospital by responding paramedics. The vehicle driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation. No criminal charges have been filed at this time. The Washington County Crash Analysis Reconstruction Team responded to investigate. If you witnessed the crash and have not spoken with investigators, please contact the Washington County Sheriff’s Office at 503-629-0111 regarding case number 57-24-1452.

On Saturday, November 23, 2024, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, Forest Grove, and the Tualatin Police Department collaborated with asset protection personnel from Target and Walmart to conduct an organized retail theft mission at the following locations. Target store at 10775 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Highway in Beaverton.Target store at 12675 NW Cornell Road in PortlandWalmart store at 220 North Adair Street in Cornelius During the mission, detectives from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office Property Crimes Unit and patrol deputies found people engaging in various deceptive and fraudulent practices inside the store. Asset protection personnel and law enforcement officers contacted multiple suspected shoplifters throughout the day. Investigators made the following arrests during this mission:Cruz Siquina, 18, of PortlandShawn Saunders, 47, of PortlandDaniel Cochran, 37, of BeavertonMichael Caraffa, 46, of BeavertonBrisa Rodriguez-Arreola, 22, of Hillsboro, Arlene Center, 66, of BeavertonGerrolyn Center, 40, of BeavertonGerald Center, 33, of HillsboroJohn Cavalli, 39, of PortlandErico Huante, 37, of Beaverton Washington County Sheriff’s Office patrol deputies and detectives will continue to partner with store loss prevention staff on future missions to deter criminal activity inside retail establishments in our county.The District Attorney's Office secured a grant from the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission to fund missions combatting organized retail theft in concert with the Washington County Interagency Organized Retail Theft Taskforce. 

On Monday, November 25, 2024, at 10:31 a.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a disturbance with a weapon near the 17000 block of NW Joscelyn Street in Beaverton after the caller reported hitting his grandfather with a baseball bat. Arriving deputies located the victim with severe trauma to the head. The victim was transported to a local hospital by ambulance and is expected to survive. The caller, 26-year-old Peter Stine of Beaverton, was arrested and lodged in the Washington County Jail for attempted murder, assault in the first degree, and unlawful use of a weapon. If you have additional information about this incident and have not spoken to investigators, please contact the Washington County Sheriff’s Office at 503-846-2500 regarding case number 50-24-17188. 

On Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at approximately 4:49 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to reports of a collision between a pedestrian in a motorized scooter and a vehicle near 2240 Baseline Street in Cornelius. Responding medics pronounced the pedestrian deceased at the scene. The pedestrian was identified as 51-year-old Tammera Whisman of Hillsboro. The family has been notified of her death. The vehicle driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation. No criminal charges have been filed at this time. The Washington County Crash Analysis Reconstruction Team responded to investigate. If you witnessed the crash and have not spoken with investigators, please contact the Washington County Sheriff’s Office at 503-846-2500 regarding case number 50-24-16859.