During this time the Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to 68 calls for service. Notable complaints are listed below:
Deputy Gregory Sawyer investigated suspicious activity in Jonesboro. A homeowner heard loud noises coming from behind her residence. Deputy Sawyer investigated and found no signs of anyone near the residence.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer assisted Calais Police Dept. with a possible burglary. The property was searched and nothing was missing.
Deputy Brandon Parker responded to a report of criminal trespass in Steuben. An individual reported that a neighbor was bothering her sheep. A verbal warning was given.
Lt Travis Willey, Deputy Christopher Donahue and Deputy Gregory Sawyer responded to a domestic disturbance in Meddybemps. A female reported that her husband had assaulted her. The husband was located and arrested for domestic assault.
Sgt Ralph Pineo investigated an assault in Grand Lake Stream. A female forced her way into a house and assaulted another female. A verbal warning was issued. The victim did not want to press charges.
Sgt Ralph Pineo investigated a report of theft in Princeton. A gun was reported missing from a truck while the owner was at a medical appointment. The gun was located in a bathroom at the doctor’s office later that day. The gun was returned to the owner. No charges pending.
Sgt Brandon Parker conducted a bail check in Marshfield. The subject had a no use or possession of drugs or alcohol condition. The subject was in compliance with the bail conditions.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt responded to a violation of protection order in Addison. The subject violating the order was located and arrested without incident. Subject transported to the Washington County Jail.
Deputy Christopher Donahue provided a police escort in Meddybemps. Deputy Donahue stood by while a subject retrieved his property from a residence.
Sgt Ralph Pineo investigated a violation of protection order in Lubec. Threats were made on Facebook. Investigation continues.
Sgt Ralph Pineo responded to a report of harassment in Pembroke. A female felt she was being harassed. She is seeking a protection from harassment from the court. Investigation continues.
Sgt Ralph Pineo conducted a bail check in Lubec. The subject had a no use or possession of drugs or alcohol condition. The subject was in compliance with the bail conditions.
Deputy Dennis Worcester responded to an assault in Harrington. A resident reported that her neighbor had knocked on her door and was upset over their dog being on her property. The neighbor slapped the resident. A verbal warning was given to the neighbor. The victim did not want to press charges.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt assisted Bucksport Police Dept. with an arrest on an individual traveling to Washington County. The individual was located in Steuben and transported to Hancock County Jail by the Maine State Police.
Deputy Dennis Worcester and Lt Travis Willey conducted a bail check in Jonesport. The subject had a no use or possession of drugs or alcohol condition. The subject tested positive for drugs. The subject was charged with a bail violation and transported to the Washington County Jail.
Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
February 14 – 20, 2014 Sheriff's Report
During this time the Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to 62 calls for service. Notable complaints are listed below:
Sgt Ralph Pineo conducted a bail check in Lubec. The subject was in compliance with the bail conditions. No charges.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer responded to an unresponsive adult male in Whiting. The Machias ambulance arrived and administered CPR but was unable to revive the male.
Sgt Brandon Parker responded to a motor vehicle accident in Jonesport. A truck and a small car were involved in the accident. One of the subjects was combative and appeared to be intoxicated. He was transported to Downeast Community Hospital. Investigation continues.
Deputy Christopher Donahue responded to a domestic disturbance in Danforth. A mother and father were having a dispute about where their child would be staying. The parties worked out the dispute. No charges.
Sgt Brandon Parker conducted a bail check in Marshfield. The subject was in compliance with the bail conditions. No charges.
Sgt Ralph Pineo responded to Lubec to assist with a missing 10 year old boy. The boy was located at a nearby residence.
Deputy Christopher Donahue assisted with an accident in Charlotte. A tractor had flipped back and the driver was pinned. Life flight transported the driver to the hospital.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt investigated a theft in Cherryfield. Checks were reported stolen. Investigation continues.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt responded to a 911 hang up in Steuben. The caller was heard yelling at someone before the connection was lost. Caller called again and stated that her husband had assaulted her. Lt Tabbutt arrived at the residence a few minutes after officer Paul Gamblee from Gouldsboro Police Dept. arrived. The husband was arrested and transported to Washington County Jail.
Sgt Ralph Pineo conducted a bail check in Lubec. The subject was in compliance with the bail conditions. No charges.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer responded to an unresponsive adult male in Whiting. The Machias ambulance arrived and administered CPR but was unable to revive the male.
Sgt Brandon Parker responded to a motor vehicle accident in Jonesport. A truck and a small car were involved in the accident. One of the subjects was combative and appeared to be intoxicated. He was transported to Downeast Community Hospital. Investigation continues.
Deputy Christopher Donahue responded to a domestic disturbance in Danforth. A mother and father were having a dispute about where their child would be staying. The parties worked out the dispute. No charges.
Sgt Brandon Parker conducted a bail check in Marshfield. The subject was in compliance with the bail conditions. No charges.
Sgt Ralph Pineo responded to Lubec to assist with a missing 10 year old boy. The boy was located at a nearby residence.
Deputy Christopher Donahue assisted with an accident in Charlotte. A tractor had flipped back and the driver was pinned. Life flight transported the driver to the hospital.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt investigated a theft in Cherryfield. Checks were reported stolen. Investigation continues.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt responded to a 911 hang up in Steuben. The caller was heard yelling at someone before the connection was lost. Caller called again and stated that her husband had assaulted her. Lt Tabbutt arrived at the residence a few minutes after officer Paul Gamblee from Gouldsboro Police Dept. arrived. The husband was arrested and transported to Washington County Jail.
Wednesday, February 19, 2014
Washington County Sheriff’s Office weekly Report for February 7 - February 13, 2014
The Sheriff’s Office responded to 76 calls for service. 17 of those calls were vehicle accidents. Notable complaints are listed below:
Deputy Chris Donahue responded to a possible knife wound in Princeton. Chief Alex Nicholas assisted Deputy Donahue. The individual was very agitated and had to be placed in wrist restraints. An ambulance was called and the individual was transported to the Calais Regional Hospital.
Deputy Dennis Worcester investigated a burglary in Jonesboro. A residence was stripped of all the copper. Investigation continues.
Lt Travis Willey conducted a bail check in Steuben. The subject had a bail condition of no use or possession of intoxicants. The subject was in compliance with the bail conditions.
Sgt Ralph Pineo conducted a bail check in Baileyville. The subject had a bail condition of no use or possession of intoxicants. The subject was in compliance with the bail conditions.
Deputy Dennis Worcester assisted Sgt James Malloy of the Milbridge Police Dept. with a bail check in Milbridge. The subject had a bail condition of no use or possession of intoxicants. The subject was arrested for being intoxicated and transported to the Washington County Jail.
Deputy Dennis Worcester investigated a criminal mischief incident in Pembroke. A boat was damaged that was parked at the Pembroke town landing. Investigation continues.
Deputy Dennis Worcester conducted a bail check in Jonesport. The subject had a bail condition of no use or possession of intoxicants. The subject was in compliance with the bail conditions.
Sgt Brandon Parker investigated a criminal threatening complaint in Addison. An individual had made threatening statements to a family member. No charges at this time. Investigation continues.
Deputy Christopher Donahue conducted a bail check in Baileyville. The subject had a bail condition of no use or possession of intoxicants. The subject was in compliance with the bail conditions.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer executed a civil order of arrest in Baileyville. Subject was taken to Calais District Court and released with a new payment plan.
Deputy Dennis Worcester investigated a criminal threatening in Harrington. An individual made threats against another person on Facebook. Deputy Worcester spoke with both parties and they agreed not to have any contact with each other. No charges.
Sgt Brandon Parker investigated a report of fraud in Lubec. An elderly couple was getting phone calls that they were going to be summonsed for problems with their social security. No money or personal information was transferred. Deputy Parker determined that the number was false.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt responded to an assault in Cherryfield. A female said she had been assaulted. The individual was located, arrested for assault and transported to the Washington County Jail.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt responded to a report of suspicious activity in Addison. A female was going from apartment to apartment pounding on the doors and peaking in windows. The female refused to stop and was arrested for disorderly conduct and transported to the Washington County Jail.
Deputy Christopher Donahue responded to a burglary in Baileyville at the Foodliner. A front window had been broken out and liquor was missing. A male subject was later seen walking in the area and had liquor in his backpack. The male was arrested and transported to the Washington County Jail. Border Patrol Agents and the Chief of Baileyville Police Dept. assisted.
Deputy Chris Donahue responded to a possible knife wound in Princeton. Chief Alex Nicholas assisted Deputy Donahue. The individual was very agitated and had to be placed in wrist restraints. An ambulance was called and the individual was transported to the Calais Regional Hospital.
Deputy Dennis Worcester investigated a burglary in Jonesboro. A residence was stripped of all the copper. Investigation continues.
Lt Travis Willey conducted a bail check in Steuben. The subject had a bail condition of no use or possession of intoxicants. The subject was in compliance with the bail conditions.
Sgt Ralph Pineo conducted a bail check in Baileyville. The subject had a bail condition of no use or possession of intoxicants. The subject was in compliance with the bail conditions.
Deputy Dennis Worcester assisted Sgt James Malloy of the Milbridge Police Dept. with a bail check in Milbridge. The subject had a bail condition of no use or possession of intoxicants. The subject was arrested for being intoxicated and transported to the Washington County Jail.
Deputy Dennis Worcester investigated a criminal mischief incident in Pembroke. A boat was damaged that was parked at the Pembroke town landing. Investigation continues.
Deputy Dennis Worcester conducted a bail check in Jonesport. The subject had a bail condition of no use or possession of intoxicants. The subject was in compliance with the bail conditions.
Sgt Brandon Parker investigated a criminal threatening complaint in Addison. An individual had made threatening statements to a family member. No charges at this time. Investigation continues.
Deputy Christopher Donahue conducted a bail check in Baileyville. The subject had a bail condition of no use or possession of intoxicants. The subject was in compliance with the bail conditions.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer executed a civil order of arrest in Baileyville. Subject was taken to Calais District Court and released with a new payment plan.
Deputy Dennis Worcester investigated a criminal threatening in Harrington. An individual made threats against another person on Facebook. Deputy Worcester spoke with both parties and they agreed not to have any contact with each other. No charges.
Sgt Brandon Parker investigated a report of fraud in Lubec. An elderly couple was getting phone calls that they were going to be summonsed for problems with their social security. No money or personal information was transferred. Deputy Parker determined that the number was false.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt responded to an assault in Cherryfield. A female said she had been assaulted. The individual was located, arrested for assault and transported to the Washington County Jail.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt responded to a report of suspicious activity in Addison. A female was going from apartment to apartment pounding on the doors and peaking in windows. The female refused to stop and was arrested for disorderly conduct and transported to the Washington County Jail.
Deputy Christopher Donahue responded to a burglary in Baileyville at the Foodliner. A front window had been broken out and liquor was missing. A male subject was later seen walking in the area and had liquor in his backpack. The male was arrested and transported to the Washington County Jail. Border Patrol Agents and the Chief of Baileyville Police Dept. assisted.
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
Washington County Sheriff’s Office weekly Report for January 31 –February 6, 2014
The Sheriff’s Office responded to 67 calls for service. 9 of those calls were “911 Hang ups” which require a response from an officer. Notable complaints are listed below:
Sgt Brandon Parker responded to a report of shots being fired at a road sign in Marion Township. A vehicle traveling on Route 86 discharged a firearm at a school bus sign. Investigation continues.
Sgt Brandon Parker conducted a bail check in Marshfield. The subject had a no use or possession of drugs or alcohol condition. The subject was in compliance with the bail conditions.
Deputy Christopher Donahue investigated a theft in Baileyville. A family member had stolen coins. Investigation continues.
Sgt Ralph Pineo conducted a bail check in Machias. The subject had a no use or possession of drugs or alcohol. Subject was in compliance with the bail conditions.
Deputy Dennis Worcester responded to a complaint of a female walking on Main Street in East Machias that appeared to be in need of assistance. The female was transported to the Downeast Community Hospital. Her boyfriend was located and arrested for domestic assault and transported to the Washington County Jail. Lt Timothy Tabbutt and Sgt Ralph Pineo assisted.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt responded to a juvenile that had run away from home in Harrington. The juvenile was located in Machias with a friend.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt investigated a theft of heating oil from a camp on Chain Lake. 50 gallons of heating oil was missing. Investigation continues.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer investigated a burglary in East Machias. Someone had entered a residence and turned the thermostat to 90 degrees. No damage or items missing. Investigation continues.
Sgt Brandon Parker arrested a female for criminal speeding in Addison.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt and Deputy Dennis Worcester conducted bail checks in Jonesport. The subjects were in compliance with their bail conditions.
Sgt Brandon Parker responded to a report of shots being fired at a road sign in Marion Township. A vehicle traveling on Route 86 discharged a firearm at a school bus sign. Investigation continues.
Sgt Brandon Parker conducted a bail check in Marshfield. The subject had a no use or possession of drugs or alcohol condition. The subject was in compliance with the bail conditions.
Deputy Christopher Donahue investigated a theft in Baileyville. A family member had stolen coins. Investigation continues.
Sgt Ralph Pineo conducted a bail check in Machias. The subject had a no use or possession of drugs or alcohol. Subject was in compliance with the bail conditions.
Deputy Dennis Worcester responded to a complaint of a female walking on Main Street in East Machias that appeared to be in need of assistance. The female was transported to the Downeast Community Hospital. Her boyfriend was located and arrested for domestic assault and transported to the Washington County Jail. Lt Timothy Tabbutt and Sgt Ralph Pineo assisted.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt responded to a juvenile that had run away from home in Harrington. The juvenile was located in Machias with a friend.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt investigated a theft of heating oil from a camp on Chain Lake. 50 gallons of heating oil was missing. Investigation continues.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer investigated a burglary in East Machias. Someone had entered a residence and turned the thermostat to 90 degrees. No damage or items missing. Investigation continues.
Sgt Brandon Parker arrested a female for criminal speeding in Addison.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt and Deputy Dennis Worcester conducted bail checks in Jonesport. The subjects were in compliance with their bail conditions.
Wednesday, February 5, 2014
Washington County Sheriff’s Office weekly Report for January 24-30, 2014
Sgt Brandon Parker responded to a report of theft in Cherryfield. A cell phone had been stolen from a residence. Investigation continues.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer responded to a request to remove a subject from a residence in Edmunds Township. A female was intoxicated and refusing to leave a residence. Warning issued.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer responded to Whitneyville to a report of theft. A male subject had moved out of the residence but was returning at night and removing items from the residence. Warnings were issued for harassment.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer investigated a burglary in East Machias. A residence had been broken into. Investigation continues.
Sgt Ralph Pineo investigated a report of criminal mischief in Alexander. A female had broken several items at a residence. She agreed to clean up the broken items. No charges.
Sgt Brandon Parker investigated a violation of protection order. One party was receiving texts messages from the other party. No charges.
Sgt Brandon Parker investigated a harassment charge in Jonesboro. A landlord was harassing a tenant by texting. The landlord was contacted and agreed to stop. No charges.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt investigated a theft in Columbia Falls. A customer of Elmer’s Country Store had pumped gas and driven off without paying. The driver was located and returned and paid for the gas. No charges.
Lt Travis Willey investigated a theft at a high school basketball game in Machias. A basketball player reported that a ring and cash was stolen from her gym bag that was in the locker room. Investigation continues.
Deputy Dennis Worcester investigated a criminal mischief in East Machias and Cutler. Two skidders were damaged. Investigation continues.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt and Deputy Dennis Worcester conducted bail checks in Jonesport. Two subjects had a bail condition of no use or possession of drugs, they tested positive and were arrested for violation of bail conditions.
Sgt Brandon Parker, Lt Travis Willey and Deputy Christopher Donahue responded to a domestic situation in Pembroke. Two brothers were fighting and shots were fired. Both the subjects were arrested and transported to the Washington County Jail.
Sgt Brandon Parker conducted a bail check in Lubec. Subject was in compliance with her bail conditions.
Sgt Ralph Pineo and Sgt Brandon Parker responded to a domestic disturbance in East Machias. A male subject was arrested for threatening his wife.
Sgt Ralph Pineo responded to a loud noise complaint in Marshfield.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer responded to a request to remove a subject from a residence in Edmunds Township. A female was intoxicated and refusing to leave a residence. Warning issued.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer responded to Whitneyville to a report of theft. A male subject had moved out of the residence but was returning at night and removing items from the residence. Warnings were issued for harassment.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer investigated a burglary in East Machias. A residence had been broken into. Investigation continues.
Sgt Ralph Pineo investigated a report of criminal mischief in Alexander. A female had broken several items at a residence. She agreed to clean up the broken items. No charges.
Sgt Brandon Parker investigated a violation of protection order. One party was receiving texts messages from the other party. No charges.
Sgt Brandon Parker investigated a harassment charge in Jonesboro. A landlord was harassing a tenant by texting. The landlord was contacted and agreed to stop. No charges.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt investigated a theft in Columbia Falls. A customer of Elmer’s Country Store had pumped gas and driven off without paying. The driver was located and returned and paid for the gas. No charges.
Lt Travis Willey investigated a theft at a high school basketball game in Machias. A basketball player reported that a ring and cash was stolen from her gym bag that was in the locker room. Investigation continues.
Deputy Dennis Worcester investigated a criminal mischief in East Machias and Cutler. Two skidders were damaged. Investigation continues.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt and Deputy Dennis Worcester conducted bail checks in Jonesport. Two subjects had a bail condition of no use or possession of drugs, they tested positive and were arrested for violation of bail conditions.
Sgt Brandon Parker, Lt Travis Willey and Deputy Christopher Donahue responded to a domestic situation in Pembroke. Two brothers were fighting and shots were fired. Both the subjects were arrested and transported to the Washington County Jail.
Sgt Brandon Parker conducted a bail check in Lubec. Subject was in compliance with her bail conditions.
Sgt Ralph Pineo and Sgt Brandon Parker responded to a domestic disturbance in East Machias. A male subject was arrested for threatening his wife.
Sgt Ralph Pineo responded to a loud noise complaint in Marshfield.
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Washington County Sheriff’s Office weekly Report for January 10 – 23, 2014
The Sheriff’s Office responded to 128 calls for service. The Sheriff’s Office responded to 24 vehicle accidents during this time. Notable complaints are listed below:
Lt Timothy Tabbutt investigated a theft from a residence in Addison. Cash was reported missing. Investigation continues.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt investigated a complaint of harassment in Cherryfield. A female was being harassed by another female on Facebook and by text messages. A protection from harassment was granted by the court.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer investigated a report of suspicious activity in Perry. The area was checked and no suspicious activity was found.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt responded to a theft in Columbia. An individual had gotten gas and had driven off without paying. Lt Tabbutt located the individual and he paid for the gas.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer assisted a motorist in Jonesboro. She was parked on side of the road with her flashers activated. Her windshield wiper motor had stopped working. A family member was in route to assist the driver.
Sgt Brandon Parker assisted an individual in Cutler. Deputy Parker stood by while the individual removed his personal possessions from a residence.
Sgt Brandon Parker responded to Lubec. The Eastland Motel had reported that an individual had refused to leave after “check out”. The individual had left prior to Sgt Parker arriving.
Sgt Brandon Parker investigated a theft in Marshfield. An EMERA truck was parked at Hansom’s Garage for service and copper wire was removed from the spool on the back of the truck during the evening. Investigation continues.
Deputy Christopher Donahue investigated a report of a burglary in Princeton. A homeowner reported a Samsung Tablet and an Xbox were missing. Investigation continues.
Lt Travis Willey assisted Maine State Police Trooper Staci Carpenter in Addison. A male subject was seen entering a residence through a window. The male subject was located hiding in the basement. The subject had an outstanding warrant and was transported to the Washington County Jail.
Lt Travis Willey and Sgt Ralph Pineo responded to suspicious activity in Jonesboro. A vehicle was seen at a summer residence. The vehicle had left and was located in Machias. Several household items were located in the vehicle. The 3 male subjects in the vehicle were arrested. Investigation continues.
Sgt Brandon Parker responded to a domestic assault in Milbridge. A female stated she had been assaulted by her ex-boyfriend. She has a protection order against this individual. The ex-boyfriend was located the next day and arrested for Assault, Burglary, Violating Conditions of Release, Obstruction of report of a crime and Criminal Mischief.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt investigated a theft from a residence in Addison. Cash was reported missing. Investigation continues.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt investigated a complaint of harassment in Cherryfield. A female was being harassed by another female on Facebook and by text messages. A protection from harassment was granted by the court.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer investigated a report of suspicious activity in Perry. The area was checked and no suspicious activity was found.
Lt Timothy Tabbutt responded to a theft in Columbia. An individual had gotten gas and had driven off without paying. Lt Tabbutt located the individual and he paid for the gas.
Deputy Gregory Sawyer assisted a motorist in Jonesboro. She was parked on side of the road with her flashers activated. Her windshield wiper motor had stopped working. A family member was in route to assist the driver.
Sgt Brandon Parker assisted an individual in Cutler. Deputy Parker stood by while the individual removed his personal possessions from a residence.
Sgt Brandon Parker responded to Lubec. The Eastland Motel had reported that an individual had refused to leave after “check out”. The individual had left prior to Sgt Parker arriving.
Sgt Brandon Parker investigated a theft in Marshfield. An EMERA truck was parked at Hansom’s Garage for service and copper wire was removed from the spool on the back of the truck during the evening. Investigation continues.
Deputy Christopher Donahue investigated a report of a burglary in Princeton. A homeowner reported a Samsung Tablet and an Xbox were missing. Investigation continues.
Lt Travis Willey assisted Maine State Police Trooper Staci Carpenter in Addison. A male subject was seen entering a residence through a window. The male subject was located hiding in the basement. The subject had an outstanding warrant and was transported to the Washington County Jail.
Lt Travis Willey and Sgt Ralph Pineo responded to suspicious activity in Jonesboro. A vehicle was seen at a summer residence. The vehicle had left and was located in Machias. Several household items were located in the vehicle. The 3 male subjects in the vehicle were arrested. Investigation continues.
Sgt Brandon Parker responded to a domestic assault in Milbridge. A female stated she had been assaulted by her ex-boyfriend. She has a protection order against this individual. The ex-boyfriend was located the next day and arrested for Assault, Burglary, Violating Conditions of Release, Obstruction of report of a crime and Criminal Mischief.
Monday, January 13, 2014
2013 ANNUAL REPORT TO THE CITIZENS OF WASHINGTON COUNTY
During 2013, the Sheriff’s Office worked hard to meet goals around training, department cohesion, and community involvement. Our dedicated employees show their commitment to our agency and the community through their willingness to work with other agencies and the care with which they approach their work. I continue to be impressed by our phenomenal staff. Our officers responded to a total of 3,922 calls for service in 2013 - an average of more than 10 calls per day. The Uniform Crime Reporting statistics show that the Washington County Sheriff’s Office continues to rank among the top agencies in the state for reported crimes that were solved or cleared. Our K-9 partner Stryker has again proven his worth to the department by assisting deputies. Stryker is certified for a range of narcotics detection.
2013 brought changes to the administration within the department. Shawn Donahue, a former deputy and past chief of the Baileyville Police Department, joined us as Chief Deputy. Shawn has worked hard to bring our deputies together to increase their efficiency as a team. Richard Rolfe, a one-time MDEA agent and former patrol sergeant, has taken on the role of Jail Administrator. Despite funding restrictions from the state, Rich has worked with corrections officers to improve jail procedures. The state inspection of the jail this past spring went very well with a 98% approval rating.
Collaborative law enforcement has been aided by the new records management system which was put in place last summer. This database is used by all law enforcement agencies in the county. Several days of training were held to make sure that employees could use the system to its greatest advantages. Domestic violence continues to be an issue, not only in Washington County, but across the state. In 2013, I was appointed to the Domestic Violence Committee of the National Sheriff’s Association. This appointment, along with our continued successful partnership with The Next Step Domestic Violence Project, supports my conviction that our agency is involved at the ground level in tackling the important work of eliminating domestic violence. In 2013 I received the Next Step First Annual Community Partner Award.
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office Board of Visitors continues to play a vital part in the success of the agency.
We couldn’t be more proud of those citizens who continue to amaze us with the concern that they have for others in their communities. There are networks, both formal and informal, for checking on the elderly and house-bound. During the last few weeks of 2013, there was widespread concern for the well-being of those without heat, power, and water. While we are always happy to perform well-checks, we also applaud those who go above and beyond to make sure their neighbors are safe and cared for.
Thank you to the citizens of Washington County for your support of the Sheriff’s Office. We appreciate your confidence and trust.
Respectfully submitted,
Sheriff Donnie Smith
2013 brought changes to the administration within the department. Shawn Donahue, a former deputy and past chief of the Baileyville Police Department, joined us as Chief Deputy. Shawn has worked hard to bring our deputies together to increase their efficiency as a team. Richard Rolfe, a one-time MDEA agent and former patrol sergeant, has taken on the role of Jail Administrator. Despite funding restrictions from the state, Rich has worked with corrections officers to improve jail procedures. The state inspection of the jail this past spring went very well with a 98% approval rating.
Collaborative law enforcement has been aided by the new records management system which was put in place last summer. This database is used by all law enforcement agencies in the county. Several days of training were held to make sure that employees could use the system to its greatest advantages. Domestic violence continues to be an issue, not only in Washington County, but across the state. In 2013, I was appointed to the Domestic Violence Committee of the National Sheriff’s Association. This appointment, along with our continued successful partnership with The Next Step Domestic Violence Project, supports my conviction that our agency is involved at the ground level in tackling the important work of eliminating domestic violence. In 2013 I received the Next Step First Annual Community Partner Award.
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office Board of Visitors continues to play a vital part in the success of the agency.
We couldn’t be more proud of those citizens who continue to amaze us with the concern that they have for others in their communities. There are networks, both formal and informal, for checking on the elderly and house-bound. During the last few weeks of 2013, there was widespread concern for the well-being of those without heat, power, and water. While we are always happy to perform well-checks, we also applaud those who go above and beyond to make sure their neighbors are safe and cared for.
Thank you to the citizens of Washington County for your support of the Sheriff’s Office. We appreciate your confidence and trust.
Respectfully submitted,
Sheriff Donnie Smith
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