Clark County Sheriff's Office, Washington State

09/01/2026

Future deputies, this workout is for you. 💪

If you're working toward becoming a Clark County Sheriff’s Office deputy, join us for Fit for the Badge—a chance to practice the physical ability test before your official test day.

📅 September 17 | 6–7 p.m.
📍 Southwest Washington Regional Law Enforcement Academy
4400 NE 122nd Ave., Vancouver

This free practice session is open to CCSO deputy applicants who have passed the pre-screen, even if you're still in the backgrounds process.

Come practice the physical ability test, build confidence and get a look at our local law enforcement academy.

Want to attend? Start at GoCCSO.com and complete the pre-screen. Eligible candidates will receive an invitation with signup information once details are finalized. Registration will be required to attend.

👟 Come ready to work out! Athletic attire is recommended.

(*Attendance is optional and is not required as part of the hiring process. Passing the physical ability test at this practice event does not replace the requirement to pass it on your official test day.*)

08/29/2026

⚠️ TRAINING EXERCISE: The photos/video in this post show a law enforcement training exercise. There is NO active threat or emergency.

Keeping our students and schools safe is always a top priority. This summer, our deputies participated in two days of Active Threat Training led by ALERRT-certified instructors (Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training).

The training, held at Prairie High School, provided our deputies with realistic, scenario-based practice to prepare them for the challenges of an active threat or mass-casualty incident. Student volunteers also participated by role-playing realistic scenarios, helping our deputies train in a school environment, and strengthening their response skills.

While this training took place in a school setting, the skills and tactics practiced can be applied to active-threat and mass-casualty incidents in many different environments—including concerts, places of worship, large community events, businesses, and other public spaces.

We understand that conversations around school safety can be difficult. This training is not about creating fear—it’s about preparation, readiness, and making sure our deputies have the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to respond quickly and effectively if they are ever called upon.

We’re grateful for the partnership of Battle Ground Public Schools and their shared commitment to creating safe learning environments for our students, staff, and community. Thank you to everyone who helped make this important training possible.

08/27/2026

Another new face is hitting the streets of Clark County! 👋🚔

Deputy Braeden Ryan has officially completed field training and is heading out on patrol — with his very own Tahoe!

Before joining CCSO, Deputy Ryan graduated from Oregon State University with a degree in marketing and spent a little over a year working in sales and marketing.

Becoming a law enforcement officer has been his dream since he was a kid. He wanted a career that would allow him to serve others, be involved in his community, and build relationships with the people he serves. Dep. Ryan says one of the best parts of the job so far has been the connections he’s made with his coworkers and people throughout Clark County.

And one more important thing to know about Deputy Ryan: he’s a huge football fan. Go Beavs! 🏈🦫

Congratulations, Deputy Ryan! We’re glad to have you out serving Clark County.💪

08/27/2026

UPDATE - SUSPECT IN CUSTODY

At approximately 8:10 p.m., CCSO detectives located homicide suspect Cash D. Cavett in Portland, Oregon. Portland Police arrested Cavett and booked him into the Multnomah County Jail.

The Clark County Sheriff’s Office thanks the Portland Police Bureau and the public for their assistance during this investigation. No additional information will be released at this time.
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CCSO Investigating Deadly Shooting; Suspect Identified:

On August 26, 2026, shortly after 1 p.m., the Clark County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) responded to a disturbance with a weapon in the 4100 block of NE St. Johns Road.

Deputies arrived and located an 18-year-old male with a life-threatening gunshot wound. He was transported to an area hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.

CCSO detectives are actively investigating the shooting as a homicide. Preliminary information indicates a firearm was discharged inside a townhouse, striking the victim. The suspect then left the scene in a vehicle with the firearm.

Detectives have identified the suspect as 19-year-old Cash D. Cavett, who may have most recently lived in the Portland, Oregon area.

Cavett is believed to have fled in a dark-colored 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee, possibly displaying Washington license plate CFK9566.

The suspect is not believed to be in the immediate area. Detectives believe the victim and suspect knew each other, and there is currently no indication of an ongoing threat to the community.

The identity of the victim is not being released at this time.

Anyone who has information about Cavett’s current location should not approach him and should immediately call 911. Anyone with other information related to this investigation can contact CCSO at 564-397-2847.

08/26/2026

🐾 National Dog Day: Meet Ember & Moki!

For our second National Dog Day spotlight, we're introducing you to two K9s you may not often see or hear about.

Ember and Moki are Historic Human Remains Detection K9s with Clark County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue, working alongside their handlers, Moriah Berthrong and Victoria Armstrong.

Most recently, the teams have assisted with ongoing searches for Jamie Grissim, who was 16 when she disappeared in 1971. CCSO investigators believe Jamie was a victim of convicted serial killer Warren Forrest, and search efforts have continued in the Dole Valley area in hopes of finding answers for her family.

This month, Ember, Moki, and their handlers received Paws Hero Awards for their dedication and involvement in the last five searches for Jamie.

Their specialized skills continue to play an important role in this decades-old case, and we're proud to recognize their work this National Dog Day. 🐕‍🦺💙

08/26/2026

⚠️POLICE ACTIVITY ⚠️

CCSO deputies are investigating a shooting near an apartment complex in the 4100 block of St. Johns Road.

The suspect has not been located. Please avoid the area while deputies investigate.

08/26/2026

Happy to the four-legged members of CCSO! 🐾🚔

Today we’re celebrating our four K9s who work alongside their handlers to help keep Clark County safe. Whether they’re tracking suspects, locating evidence, or helping protect our deputies, these pups are always ready to work.

Give our K9 team some love in the comments! 🐕

🐾 K9 Maddux — Dep. Ryan Preston
🐾 K9 Knox — Dep. Michael Gonzalez
🐾 K9 Riggs — Dep. Erik Dunham
🐾 K9 Ajax — Dep. Alex O'Hearn

08/26/2026

We can’t believe summer is already winding down and school is starting! ☀️📚

Before we say goodbye to summer, we’re sharing a few of our favorite moments at the Clark County Fair earlier this month—from time in the saddle with our deputies and Clark County Mounted Patrol to Sheriff Horch finding himself on the “WANTED” list. 😂🤠

Thanks to everyone who stopped by to say hi!

08/25/2026

Teamwork in action. 🚒🚓

Yesterday’s wildfire near Yacolt brought together more than a dozen agencies and organizations across fire, law enforcement, emergency management, public works, and utilities—all working together to protect our community.

This photo captures just one part of that effort: representatives from multiple agencies working side by side during a Unified Command meeting.

At one point, 33 law enforcement officers were assigned to the incident, and CCSO deputies contacted 79 residences with evacuation notices.

Thanks to the tremendous response and coordination of everyone involved, no lives or homes were lost.

We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who worked tirelessly in the heat to keep our community safe. 🙏🏻

For more information on the status of the fire, follow Clark County Fire District 10 and CRESA (Clark Regional Emergency Services Agency) for updates.

08/25/2026

Here are the latest downgraded evacuation orders ⬇️

UPDATE: Hidden Meadows Fire

Beginning at 6 p.m. today, evacuation levels will be reduced:

- Level 3 (GO NOW) → Level 1 (GET READY)
- Level 2 (GET SET) → Level 1 (GET READY)
- Current Level 1 areas → Released from evacuation status

Fire crews have made significant progress on the Hidden Meadows Fire since it was first reported this morning. The fire is currently estimated at 12 acres, with minimal active fire behavior within the existing fire area.

DNR aircraft made a significant impact on the fire, and the majority of the fire is now surrounded by bulldozer line. DNR and local fire district crews will remain on scene overnight, working to extinguish remaining hot spots and further secure the fireline.

You may continue to see smoke in the area as crews work within the fire's existing footprint.

Stay Updated

- Check CRESA.wa.gov for the latest evacuation map and updates.
- Sign up for emergency alerts by phone, text or email at ClarkPublicAlerts.org.
- For evacuation information, animal evacuation resources or other fire-related assistance, call the CRESA Community Call Center at 360-696-2264.
- Please do not call 911 for general fire information.

SR 503 is open. Please continue to give firefighters and emergency vehicles plenty of room in the area.