Welcome to the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office Citizen Patrol volunteer program website. We are based out of Corbett, Oregon (just east of Portland), in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Our band of volunteers are trained citizen-volunteers that act as extra "eyes and ears" for our deputies. The volunteers patrol with a partner to help reduce crime; particularly vehicle break-ins at places like Multnomah Falls. They patrol the Corbett Schools to keep our kids safe. They also assist at numerous community events and are trained to assist police and fire personnel in the event of a disaster or other large-scale emergency. Members have all been vetted via an application process and background check. Monthly trainings insure that our volunteers are professional and proficient. If you're interested in joining, please contact Deputy Graziano (see contact info on the "About" page) and you can do a ride-along or a training session with the members.
This website is updated approximately 2-3 times per month or as needed.
This website is updated approximately 2-3 times per month or as needed.
LATEST UPDATE: 4/16/18
Last Saturday, just after midnight, thieves kicked-in a door at the old Big Bear Market. Deputies responded to the alarm call and found that the suspects had fled. Minutes later, a deputy found the suspects at the bottom of Corbett Hill Rd. near Rasmussen. The suspects had also broken into some cars. The suspects fled into the woods when a deputy called-out for them to stop running. A perimeter was set up by responding deputies and a K9 track ensued. One of the suspects had climbed up very steep terrain and was found hiding under a gazebo behind a house on Chamberlain Rd.. The other suspect was located as well. The suspects had stolen various items including lottery tickets. Their vehicle was also found to be stolen. One of the suspects was a local Corbett resident.
Last Saturday, just after midnight, thieves kicked-in a door at the old Big Bear Market. Deputies responded to the alarm call and found that the suspects had fled. Minutes later, a deputy found the suspects at the bottom of Corbett Hill Rd. near Rasmussen. The suspects had also broken into some cars. The suspects fled into the woods when a deputy called-out for them to stop running. A perimeter was set up by responding deputies and a K9 track ensued. One of the suspects had climbed up very steep terrain and was found hiding under a gazebo behind a house on Chamberlain Rd.. The other suspect was located as well. The suspects had stolen various items including lottery tickets. Their vehicle was also found to be stolen. One of the suspects was a local Corbett resident.
WE NEED YOU-- TO JOIN THE CITIZEN PATROL!
The Citizen Patrol (CP) is seeking new members. If you like to the beauty of the Columbia River Gorge and the desire to keep the community safe, the CP might be the right fit for you! Members patrol in pairs and are provided with ample training and a county vehicle. Members patrol only when their schedules allow and are not "locked-in" to a strict schedule. Please explore this website and apply on the "About" page today!
The Citizen Patrol (CP) is seeking new members. If you like to the beauty of the Columbia River Gorge and the desire to keep the community safe, the CP might be the right fit for you! Members patrol in pairs and are provided with ample training and a county vehicle. Members patrol only when their schedules allow and are not "locked-in" to a strict schedule. Please explore this website and apply on the "About" page today!
From 10/12/17
Click HERE for a slideshow that discusses the 2017 Eagle Creek Fire damage and its hazard impact to our area.
Click HERE for a slideshow that discusses the 2017 Eagle Creek Fire damage and its hazard impact to our area.
