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WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ore. — Sixteen people were arrested during a coordinated retail theft operation conducted by Washington County law enforcement and major retailers on April 4, authorities said. The Washington County Sheriff's Office partnered with the Beaverton Police Department and loss prevention staff from Target and Home Depot stores throughout Beaverton and Washington County for the one-day operation, according to a sheriff's office statement.
Detectives and uniformed officers identified individuals allegedly engaged in theft activities, recovering hundreds of dollars in merchandise. Among those arrested were 12 adults and four teens. The adults, ranging in age from 23 to 48, face charges including third-degree theft, second-degree theft, second-degree criminal trespass and unlawful possession of methamphetamine.
Several suspects were also arrested on outstanding warrants. Jennifer L. Humphrey, 48, of Beaverton, was charged with theft and methamphetamine possession, while Annette J.
Garcia-Garcia, 37, of Albany, was arrested on multiple warrants in addition to theft charges, according to the sheriff's office. Four of those arrested face second-degree theft charges, which typically involve stolen property valued between $100 and $1,000, while others face third-degree theft charges for lesser amounts. The operation was funded through a grant obtained by the Washington County District Attorney's Office from the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission.
The sheriff's office indicated that similar operations targeting shoplifting in Washington County will continue. "The Washington County Sheriff's Office extends its thanks to the Beaverton Police Department, Target and Home Depot for their cooperation and assistance," the agency stated..
