The Latest Breaking News from the Washington County Sheriff Office

A 69-year-old Wisconsin pilot landed his helicopter in a Cabela’s parking lot for a shopping trip; deputies checked the flight and issued no citation

A 69-year-old Wisconsin man turned a simple shopping trip into an unexpected aviation story when he flew a helicopter straight to a Cabela’s parking lot in Richfield. Deputies responded to the scene, checked the landing, and found that the pilot had done nothing wrong.

The Times of India · Aug 5

Woman assaulted during pickleball game for ‘wearing revealing clothing’, cops say

The woman also claims that she was grabbed her by her hair as she tried to leave the park, according to a report

The Independent UK · Jun 11

Two hikers die in 5 days at Zion National Park and rangers still don’t know why the canyon’s most popular trails are suddenly killing people

Two hikers have died within five days at Zion National Park, leaving rangers scrambling for answers about why two of the park’s most popular trails are suddenly claiming lives. The deaths, one on the infamous Angels Landing Trail and another in Spry Canyon, have reignited concerns about safety in a…

The Mary Sue · May 1

Georgia Cops Find Massive Drug Stash During Hurricane Response, Offer to Return to Rightful Owner: 'Please Come See Us'

The Washington County Sheriff's Office said the drugs were discovered while deputies were helping clear off Highway 231 by Washington State Prison.

Latin Times · Oct 10, 2024

California family sues sheriff's office after deputy kidnapped girl, killed her mother, grandparents

A California family is suing a Virginia sheriff’s department for hiring a deputy who sexually extorted and kidnapped a 15-year-old girl at gunpoint and killed her mother and her grandparents before setting fire to their home

The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023

Pedro Argote found dead after manhunt in Maryland judge’s murder

Pedro Argote, 49, allegedly gunned down Andrew Wilinson in the driveway of his home on 19 October

The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2023

Suspect in killing of judge who presided over divorce case found dead in rural Maryland

Authorities say a man suspected of killing a Maryland judge last week has been found dead

The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2023

Family of Southern California victims killed by ‘catfish’ cop to sue Virginia police agencies

Relatives of three Riverside, California, family members slain last year by “catfish” cop Austin Lee Edwards plan to file a lawsuit next month seeking more than $100 million in damages from two Virginia law enforcement agencies that hired him even though he failed a preemployment mental health screening.

The Orange County Register · May 23, 2023