The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls.

Jan. 14

• An Orcas Island deputy responded to a welfare check near the downtown Eastsound area. The deputy learned that the subject was a local male with a mental health disorder. The deputy attempted to help the male, who subsequently ran away yelling. The incident was documented.

• A Lopez deputy responded to a report of missing oyster bags from the beach.

• An Orcas Island deputy responded to an unwanted person near the downtown Eastsound area. The deputy learned that the subject was dealing with a mental health disorder and scared the store employees. The subject was subsequently trespassed from the property.

• A Lopez deputy responded to a report of an online fraudster attempting to impersonate a property owner and list a property as “for sale.” The property owner and local real estate companies were alerted.

• An Orcas Island deputy responded to an agency needing assistance with locating a wanted fugitive, possibly in the San Juan Islands. Based on the intelligence provided, the deputy did not locate the wanted fugitive. The incident was documented.

• An elderly individual experiencing cognitive issues walked away from their home on a cold day wearing only pajamas. They were quickly located at a neighbor’s house.

• A deputy in Friday Harbor received a report of a hit-and-run. The victim reported that their parked car was hit. Currently, there are no suspects.

• An Orcas Island deputy responded to a threats incident near Westsound. The deputy learned that the incident was a civil matter and provided resources to the reporting party. The incident was documented.

• An Orcas Island deputy conducted a traffic stop for a driver who was speeding 31 mph in a posted 20 mph speed zone on Main Street. The driver was subsequently issued an infraction for speed.

• A San Juan Island deputy conducted a traffic stop and issued infractions for failure to register the vehicle in Washington (two years past due), operating a vehicle without insurance, failure to obtain a driver’s license in Washington and failure to renew expired registration. The driver had been warned multiple times.

• Deputies on Orcas Island were dispatched to a citizen assist. While contacting the reporting party, deputies noticed an individual with an outstanding warrant. The individual was arrested and transported to jail.

• A San Juan Island deputy issued an infraction for speeding 40 mph in a 25 mph zone. A warning was given for failure to have her driver’s license with her.

Jan. 15

• A deputy on San Juan Island received a report of a domestic. This report is for information only.

• An Orcas Island deputy, with the assistance of a community member, apprehended a wanted fugitive in Eastsound. The fugitive resisted arrest, and a courageous citizen helped the deputy place the fugitive in custody. The fugitive received additional charges and was subsequently booked into jail.

• The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office took possession of found property. A power tool and a hand tool were turned in. The owner was not identified. The items were taken into evidence.

• San Juan County deputies executed a court-ordered eviction of a local resident. The resident refused to cooperate, and the deputies were forced to arrest the resident for trespassing in the second degree and obstruction of law enforcement to remove him from the property.

Jan. 16

• Lopez deputies were notified of a child custody situation, which was determined to currently be a civil matter. Both parties will need to work with the courts.

• A deputy on Orcas Island conducted a traffic stop. The driver was arrested for driving while license was suspended. The driver was issued notices of infraction for defective tail lamps and no proof of liability insurance.

• A deputy on Orcas Island conducted a traffic stop. The driver was issued a notice of infraction for expired registration for more than two months and no proof of liability insurance. He was issued a warning for failure to transfer vehicle registration and driver’s license to Washington.

Jan. 17

• Orcas Island deputies responded to an unwanted person in the Rosario area. The deputies learned of a wanted fugitive hiding in the foothills of Moran State Park. The deputies apprehended the wanted fugitive, and subsequently, the fugitive was taken into custody.

• A deputy on Orcas Island responded to a found property report. The item was logged into the evidence room.

• San Juan Island deputies responded to a local business for a report of theft that occurred on Jan. 16. A local resident was arrested for theft in the third degree and minor in possession of alcohol.

• A deputy on Orcas Island responded to a dog bite complaint. The dog and owner were not identified. A report was authored and forwarded to the San Juan County Health Department.

• Orcas Island deputies and Orcas Island Fire & Rescue responded to a single-vehicle collision on Mt. Constitution Road. The vehicle was on its side, and no one operating the vehicle was found. The vehicle was taken for evidence, and the incident was documented.

Jan. 18

• A Lopez deputy responded to a non-reportable collision. Information was exchanged, no report.

• A Lopez resident requested a welfare check. The request was declined as the situation is civil in nature, and a law enforcement response would not be appropriate.

• A Lopez resident called regarding mental health challenges with a family member. They were referred to Compass Health as the proper responding agency.

• A Lopez deputy was sent to a welfare check. A report was completed.

• A deputy on San Juan Island received a report of a domestic incident. This report is for information only.

• Lopez emergency medical services and a deputy responded to a minor single-vehicle collision.

Jan. 19

• A found black wallet was turned into the Sheriff’s Office and booked into the property and evidence room.

• A Lopez Island deputy stopped a speeding vehicle on Mud Bay Road. The driver was issued an infraction for speeding, 50 mph in a 35 mph zone.

Jan. 20

• A deputy on Orcas Island conducted a traffic stop. The driver was issued a notice of infraction for defective tail lights, no proof of insurance, failure to renew vehicle registration for more than two months and no valid operator’s license.

• A deputy on Orcas Island conducted a traffic stop. The driver was issued a notice of infraction for no proof of insurance and for expired registration for more than two months. He was issued a warning for failing to activate his taillights during hours of darkness.

• A deputy on Orcas Island responded to a blocking disabled vehicle. The vehicle was moved safely off the roadway. The driver was issued a notice of infraction for no valid operator’s license.