Cornelius, OR – Ten people were arrested Friday during a coordinated retail theft enforcement mission led by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) in Cornelius. Detectives partnered with store security teams and local police to address growing organized theft activity.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the December 12, 2025 operation involved detectives and patrol deputies working alongside asset protection staff at Walmart, Fred Meyer, and Coastal Farm & Ranch. The mission focused on identifying individuals allegedly engaged in organized theft and trespassing at local stores.
Ten suspects were taken into custody for theft-related offenses, trespassing, and one for possession of methamphetamine. Authorities said detectives recovered hundreds of dollars’ worth of stolen merchandise during the mission.
The initiative was supported by a grant from the Washington County District Attorney’s Office and the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission. Officials said the Sheriff’s Office plans to continue collaborating with local retailers and law enforcement agencies to combat retail theft countywide.
This marks one of several retail theft missions recently launched to reduce losses and deter repeat offenders across Washington County.
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