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Sunday, Oct. 13 12:16 p.m.: Prowling cars at least – Caller had a window broken out of her vehicle and several items taken from inside. Deputies had been out the previous evening with a suspect for other thefts in the area and believe this may also be related. Bay View-Edison Rd., Bay View. 1:53 p.m.: Husband: call home – Caller reported that her husband had taken a boat out to the island for hunting and had not returned. When a deputy arrived, they learned that the subject had returned and everything was OK. Goat Island. Monday, Oct. 14 8:4...
Thursday, Oct. 10 3:57 p.m.: Conned in La Conner – Caller reported that they had located a counterfeit bill while they were going through the register. The bill was checked with a marker which indicated the paper was not legit. The bill was collected and brought to the Sheriff’s Office as evidence. S. First St., La Conner. 5:26 p.m.: Bumped while backing – A subject called in that they had been backed into while parked at the high school parking lot. Both drivers were on scene and a deputy helped with the exchange of information. Non repor...
Sunday, Sept. 29 4:15 p.m.: Dog owner unchained – Two loose dogs got in a fight with the caller’s dog. There were no injuries and it’s unknown who is the owner of the other dogs. Young Rd., greater La Conner. Wednesday, Oct. 2 7 p.m.: Law let her out – Caller called to advise that she had been locked behind the marina gates and could not get out. Law responded with a key and was able to open the gate. N. 2nd Street, La Conner. Sunday, Oct. 6 9:56 a.m.: Don’t park here – Reports of a vehicle blocking a fire hydrant at the intersection of Douglas...
Sunday, Sept. 22 5:04 p.m.: Shots fired? – Caller reported hearing gunshots from the area west of the Port of Skagit trail system at the airport. A deputy checked the area but did not locate any problems. No other calls came in on this issue. 6:43 p.m.: What’s the celebration? – Reports of fireworks being set off by the river. Caller confirmed this had happened earlier and was not currently happening. No response as it was not in progress. Best Rd., greater La Conner. Wednesday, Sept. 25 5:48 a.m.: Vehicle prowl – A vehicle was broken into th...
Sunday, Sept. 15 4:34 p.m.: Hit and got away – Hit and Run MVA with the suspect backing into the caller’s car while parked at Snow Goose Produce. No plate was obtained, and no cameras captured the incident. Fir Island Rd., Conway. Wednesday, Sept. 18 9:04 p.m.: Inside job? – Caller advised that his trailer had been broken into and ransacked. A deputy responded and took a list of stolen items but did not find any evidence on who the suspect may be. Caller is going through a break-up and believes this may have something to do with what happe...
Sunday, Aug. 8 16:02 p.m.: Seems suspicious – Female reported to be running around the La Conner Marina parking lot who appeared to be on drugs. A deputy checked the area but did not locate the subject or any other crimes. North Second Street, La Conner. Wednesday, Sept. 11 5:09 a.m.: Run but can’t hide – Deputy checked on a suspected driving under the influence collision where subjects tried to flee and hide in Pioneer Park. Deputies searched the area and located the driver and a passenger hiding in the woods. The driver was arrested and p...
Sunday, Sept. 1 2:23 p.m.: Animal problem – Report of a dog left in a vehicle. Owner arrived and left before a deputy arrived. N. Third Street, La Conner. Monday, Sept. 2 7:07 a.m.: You don’t park it there – A deputy on patrol spotted a car in a field that had taken out a large section of barbed wire fencing. There was nobody around and unknown when the accident occurred. The vehicle was towed. Best Road, greater La Conner. 6:56 p.m.: Missing batteries – Caller could not locate two rechargeable batteries for his yard equipment. He believe...
Sunday, Aug. 18 4:29 p.m.: The case of the unknown napper – Caller went to his sailboat and found that several hatches were open and it appeared someone had been sleeping in the bed. There was nothing missing from inside and the caller was unsure when someone was last there. A deputy couldn’t locate cameras or evidence on who had been there. Sailboat was locked and secured. N. Second Street, La Conner. Tuesday, Aug. 20 9:04 p.m.: Keep on truckin’ – Caller reported a suspicious truck in Pioneer Park with a male who seemed to be living in it....
Tuesday, Aug. 13 11:20 a.m.: Free speech squelched – Caller reported theft of political signs from his yard. It has happened multiple times and he wants extra patrol of the area. Calhoun and Best Roads, greater La Conner. Wednesday, Aug. 14 9:54 a.m.: Stay in your lane – Subject driving south on Best Road lost control and crossed the northbound lanes before hitting a tree and taking out approximately 30 feet of fence. The driver was OK and did not show any signs of impairment. Driver was cited for no insurance and leaving lane of travel. Bes...
Sunday, August 4 6:50 p.m.: Overzealous humans – Report of a dog locked in a car on a warm day. A deputy responded and found the car had windows down and was parked in the shade. The dog was fine with no sign of distress. N 1st St, La Conner Monday, August 5 11:05 a.m.: Make sure it is locked – Two vehicles were broken into sometime in the past few days. Caller thought both vehicles were locked but there was no sign of forced entry. Security cameras on the property were not working and there is no suspect information. Satterlee Rd, Ana...
Sunday, July 21 9:57 p.m.: Shouldn’t be driving – Subject driving on Young Road lost control of his car and drove into the ditch. The wreck broke a waterline that was feeding the fields near the area. The water was shut off and the driver was cited for no insurance or driver’s license. La Conner Whitney / Young rds., greater La Conner Tuesday, July 23 5:54 a.m.: Them the brakes – A vehicle traveling on Alverson Road was approaching the stop sign for Chilberg Road when his brakes failed and would not allow him to come to a complete stop. H...
Tuesday, July 16 9:03 a.m.: Hit and run – Caller said her car was hit while parked on S. First Street. There was a dent and white paint transfer but there were no witnesses or suspect vehicles. S. First Street, La Conner 4:32 p.m.: Hit and run again – Employee reported someone hit the rear of his car. There was a broken taillight and some paint transfer to the rear panel. A deputy checked around town but did not find a vehicle with similar damage or cameras that faced the area. Morris Street, La Conner 10:43 p.m.: Hit and float – A sailb...
Sunday, July 7 3:15 p.m.: Animal problem not a problem – A deputy was dispatched to a report of a vehicle with two dogs inside and no one around. While he was responding, the reporting party called back and said the vehicle left the area. S. First Street, La Conner. Monday, July 8 10:19 a.m.: Stolen bike – A caller said their bicycle was parked in their front yard and they forgot to lock it up. It had been taken within the last week and there was no suspect information. Center Street, La Conner. 1:53 p.m.: Malicious mischief – Deputy respo...
Sunday, June 30 11:28 p.m.: Dog bites dog – Caller reported that a neighbor’s dog attacked his dog and this led to an $1,800 bill at pet emergency. This is not the first time this dog has bit a person or animal and the case is being investigated by animal control. Young Road, greater La Conner. Monday, July 1 10:55 a.m.: Here’s a story – Caller found a set of carpet installing tools hidden in the bushes and believed they may be stolen. A deputy collected the found items and saw it was labeled with a company name out of Kent. The items were co...
Sunday, June 23 4:50 p.m.: Phone caution needed – Caller was caught in a scam where the subject posed as someone from the bank. The caller had shared banking information and now was locked out of the account. Its unknown if any money was taken and the caller will be contacting the bank as soon as they open. S. Second St., La Conner Monday, June 24 9:46 p.m.: Who you gonna call? – Caller called to advise she had left a phone in the public bathroom that locked when she left. Public works was able to let her back in to retrieve the phone. S. First...
Thursday, June 20 6:57 a.m.: Lock, loaded or not – Caller called to report a handgun stolen from his truck overnight. The caller was already out of the area and could not provide info on the truck or serial numbers for the gun. He stated it was loaded and he was unsure if the truck was locked. Caller will provide more info when he returns home. Best Rd., greater La Conner Friday, June 21 9:31 a.m.: Just hang up – Phone scam with someone stating they owed money and were going to be arrested if they did not pay. The caller was advised that thi...
It was a slow week for crime in La Conner. So slow, in fact, that there’s nothing noteworthy to report in the Police Blotter. But please, do not feel compelled to commit a crime just to make the blotter....
Sunday, June 2 1:26 p.m.: Wealth squats again – Same sailboat from the previous week docking at private docks and not paying. The owner was again asked to move and may be looking at fines. Pioneer Pkwy., La Conner Wednesday, June 5 2:52 p.m.: Closer look needed – Caller was upset that a website for a local hotel used a third party booking site that had hidden fees. I advised this was not fraud as I went to the site myself and saw all the fees were listed on the booking prior to paying. Maple Ave., La Conner 4:33 p.m.: Dog gone hot – Calle...
Sunday, May 26 5:29 p.m.: Swerve and run – Report of a van swerving that almost hit the caller. A deputy checked the area but did not locate the van. Best / Valentine roads, greater La Conner. Tuesday, May 28 11:39 a.m.: Wealth assumes privilege – A 40-some-foot sailboat was tied to a private dock and the dock owner wanted them to move on. The boat had also been there a few weeks prior but did not pay the moorage fee before leaving. An occupant was contacted and she said the boat would be moved when the owner returned. S. First St., La Con...
Sunday, May 19 7:26 p.m.: More loose cows – Caller said cows damaged a fence and were roaming the yard. The caller was advised to contact the farmer (who’s also the landlord) to fix the fence and recover the cows. La Conner-Whitney Road, greater La Conner Monday, April 20 3:48 p.m.: Possible puppy mill – At least 20 dogs were found to be malnourished at the location. Animal control is currently investigating. Young Road, greater La Conner Tuesday, May 21 7:42 a.m.: Guess what? Cows loose – Cattle loose again at the intersection. The farmer...
Sunday, May 12 7:38 a.m.: Hoax or mirage, maybe – Report of multiple cows in the road. A deputy checked the area and did not find any loose cows or issues with the fence. Highway 20 / La Conner-Whitney Road, greater La Conner. 1:32 p.m.: You can’t have a hot dog – Dog reported in a vehicle with no water and the interior getting hot. A deputy arrived and found the vehicle to be unlocked. The dog was removed from the car and the door left open to air out the inside. The dog was provided water. The deputy found the owner and was able to discu...
Sunday, April 28 8:43 p.m.: Hey, hey, let’s calm down – Dispute between neighbors escalated as one man got a handgun to protect himself, which caused the other to call 911. Both sides were able to calm down and no crime was committed. Rawlins Road, greater La Conner area. Monday, April 29 1:49 p.m.: Possible vehicle prowl – A caller believed that someone had been in her car as items were moved around but nothing seemed to be missing. No other reports in the area and unknown if when or if someone had been there. S. Third Street, La Conne...
Sunday, April 21 3:02 p.m.: Old hearts still hope – Elderly female had met someone online and started a “romantic” relationship. She has sent the subject $800 over the past few months and wants to believe it’s a real relationship. She only called because friends were concerned that he could show up and may be dangerous. This is a common Facebook scam and there is little concern of the subject showing up. La Conner-Whitney Road, greater La Conner. Monday, April 22 2:55 p.m.: Caller in distress – Caller reported two dogs locked in a car that...
Sunday, April 14 1:59 p.m.: That was loud – There was a report of a possible gunshot heard in town. Town was very busy and there was only one call that came in on this. Area checked but no problems found. S. Fourth Street, La Conner. Monday, April 15 7:48 a.m.: On the loose – A reporting party called in that his neighbor’s dog was running loose. There is no leash law for the county and the reporting party did not want the neighbor contacted. McLean Road, greater La Conner. Tuesday, April 16 8:51 a.m.: Malicious mischief – Tulip Valley Farms h...
Sunday, April 7 11:36 a.m.: Not what it seems – Subject driving on Maple Avenue lost control of her car and hit the sign for the dental office. The sign was knocked over but the suspect fled the scene and was later located at her residence. The driver was cited for suspended driving and hit and run. La Conner. 11:55 a.m.: Animal last rites – Caller asked about an injured deer on the side of the road. A deputy arrived and found the deer was now deceased. A note was left for public works to remove. Best Road at Summers Drive, greater La Con...
