The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls.
Dec. 4
• A detective on San Juan Island responded to an agency assist. The incident was investigated and found no probable cause for a crime. The incident was documented.
• An Orcas Island deputy conducted a traffic stop on Terrill Beach Road. The driver was subsequently issued an infraction for speeding 12 mph over the posted speed limit. The driver was also issued several other verbal warnings for infractions.
• Lopez deputies and the U.S. Coast Guard responded to a report of a vessel taking on water in Lopez Sound. The Coast Guard towed the vessel safely to Anacortes.
• An Orcas Island deputy conducted a traffic stop on Main Street. The driver was subsequently issued an infraction for operating a motor vehicle without insurance. The driver was also issued a verbal warning for not using lighted lamps when required.
• Deputies on San Juan Island received a report of a vehicle-versus-pedestrian collision. The two pedestrians had apparent minor injuries. The driver was cited for failing to yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk.
• A Lopez Island Deputy was dispatched to a harassment call. The incident was documented.
Dec. 5
• A San Juan deputy assisted a person in completing a trespass warning letter barring a person from their property.
• A vehicle was issued a parking infraction.
• An Orcas Island deputy took a report regarding a landlord/tenant dispute and unwanted behavior on the part of the landlord. No crime was committed. An incident report was authored to document the event.
• A deputy was contacted by a local business about a trespassing. The business wished to trespass a person from the business. A trespass warning letter was completed and served to the person. A report was taken.
• Lopez deputies responded to a report of an individual inflicting self-harm with a machete. The individual spoke to a crisis responder on the phone and set up a safety plan. Mental health resources were provided.
• An Orcas Island deputy conducted a traffic stop near the 6100 block of Orcas Road. The driver was subsequently issued an infraction for speeding 18 mph over the posted speed limit. The driver was also issued several other verbal warnings for infractions.
• A Lopez resident reported what they believed was a criminal harassment situation involving their homeowners’ association. This situation is civil; no law enforcement action is required or necessary.
• An Orcas Island deputy responded to a call of a noninjury, motor vehicle hit-and-run in the parking lot of a local business. The incident was documented.
• A citizen came to the jail to turn himself in on warrants that he had. The person was booked into the jail on the warrants.
• An Orcas Island deputy conducted a traffic stop near the 1000 block of Mt. Baker Road. The driver was subsequently issued an infraction for speeding 16 mph over the posted speed limit. The driver was also issued several other verbal warnings for infractions.
• A San Juan deputy responded to a report of suspicious activity. The incident was investigated and no criminal activity was noted.
• A San Juan deputy heard a vehicle speeding followed by the sound of a collision. The deputy located the vehicle, which struck a tree on Guard Street. The driver ran from the deputy but was apprehended and booked into jail for driving under the influence, reckless driving and obstructing.
Dec. 6
• A deputy was contacted about turning over a firearm for destruction. The person was advised they could turn in the firearm to the Sheriff’s Office. The person later turned in the firearm for destruction. A report was taken.
• An Orcas Island deputy investigated a theft at Banner Bank. A bank patron dropped an envelope containing $200 on the floor of the bank. Another unidentified bank patron picked the envelope up, placed it into their pocket and left the bank without turning the money into bank employees.
• San Juan deputies responded to a fight with sustained injuries at a local business. Investigation revealed that all involved parties were equal participants in the escalation of the incident. The injury was an accident.
Dec. 7
• A Lopez resident was issued an infraction for speeding 50 mph in a 35 mph zone.
Dec. 9
• A deputy on Orcas was dispatched to a harassment complaint. The complaint was deemed to be civil in nature.
• A deputy on San Juan Island took a report from a reporting party who wanted to remain anonymous. The reporting party wanted to report threatening things that her neighbor was saying. A report was completed.
• A deputy on San Juan Island took a report of theft from a store in Friday Harbor. The business wished to trespass the individual for two years instead of pursuing the matter criminally. A report was completed.
Dec. 10
• Peace Island Hospital reported drugs were found on an individual who had been transported to the emergency room. The drugs were taken and transported to the property and evidence room and booked in.
• A Lopez Island deputy was dispatched to a threats call. An investigation was conducted, and the incident was documented.
• A Lopez Island deputy was dispatched to a report of harassment. An investigation was conducted, resources were given and the incident was documented.
