Whatcom County Sheriff's Office

06/25/2026

Regional collaboration at its finest!

Mount Vernon Police Department - WA
Bellingham Police Department

As a result of the ongoing investigation into the June 11, 2026 Mount Vernon homicide, a warrant was served in the 9000 block of Lacie Lane, Maple Falls, WA.

A 17-year-old Mount Vernon male and a 20-year-old Burlington female were arrested on charges related to their involvement in the homicide.

A third individual, a 26-year-old Mount Vernon male, was arrested on the charge of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm (UPF). A firearm was also recovered with an obliterated serial number. This firearm is not believed to have been used in the homicide.

Mount Vernon Police Department investigators sought the assistance of the Whatcom Sheriff's Office and Bellingham Police Departments SWAT Teams and Crisis Negotiators.

This is an ongoing investigation. Information will be released as it becomes available.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that would assist investigators are asked to call the 24-hour dispatch information number (360) 428-3211 or during business hours, call Mount Vernon Police at (360) 336-6271

06/20/2026

Teamwork! Thanks for the shout out, Bellingham Police Department!

Good boy, Luca!

06/16/2026

911 service has been restored.

06/15/2026

06/11/2026

It is with the deepest sadness that we share the passing of Chief Kevin Hester (WCSO, Ret.). Chief Hester passed peacefully at home on Tuesday, surrounded by his family.

Chief Hester dedicated over 30 years of honorable service to Whatcom County and the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office, serving from November 1, 1991 to December 25, 2021.

His career at WCSO included Patrol Deputy, Detective, the Drug Task Force (DTF), serving as both Sergeant and Lieutenant of DTF, and Chief Civil Deputy/Chief of Investigations and Support Services. After retiring from the WCSO, Kevin continued his commitment to public service by leading the City of Nooksack as its mayor, a role he has proudly held since 2022.

His leadership, integrity, and unwavering commitment to this community leave a legacy that will not be forgotten.

Although Kevin retired after a significant career, his service continues through his son, Collin Hester, who proudly carries the torch forward as a member of our agency.

Here is a video that was produced when Kevin retired from WCSO in 2021.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2htYB4JpdY8

Rest in Peace, 4A88

06/06/2026

06/05/2026

WCSO is proud to recognize three promotions within our ranks. Please join us in congratulating Sgt Brown, Sgt Remy, and Chief Smith on their dedication and service!

06/03/2026

Join us this Saturday, June 6, for the annual Safety Fair near Barkley Village! Deputies and folks from our Division of Emergency Management look forward to meeting you! There will be activities for all ages with local first responders and safety info booths.

06/02/2026

We are seeing another uptick in reports of scam phone calls, specifically regarding loved ones in jail. No one from the Whatcom County Sheriff's Office will call you and ask you to pay to post bail, get medical treatment or for ankle monitoring.

Just. Hang. Up!

Although many of these types of callers use telephone numbers with Whatcom County area codes and prefix numbers and some even show up identified as a law enforcement agency, most of the persons engaged in this fraudulent activity are actually out of state or out of the country and are very difficult to identify and capture.

Again...Just. Hang. Up!

𝗟𝗮𝘄 𝗲𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗡𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗥 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗽𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀.

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