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: 8/14/18
Yesterday afternoon a deputy got into a short pursuit with a young man in a stolen car along I84. The suspect took the Corbett exit and proceeded uphill. He then turned onto Reed Rd. and "bailed" out of the car. Deputies converged on the area and found the suspect walking along the railroad track, along I84, about 30 minutes later. The man was arrested and taken to jail.
Yesterday afternoon a deputy got into a short pursuit with a young man in a stolen car along I84. The suspect took the Corbett exit and proceeded uphill. He then turned onto Reed Rd. and "bailed" out of the car. Deputies converged on the area and found the suspect walking along the railroad track, along I84, about 30 minutes later. The man was arrested and taken to jail.
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! CP members are diverse in how they'd like to serve their community. Some have an interest in neighborhood watch-style patrols or assisting during community events. Others wish to focus on disaster preparedness and community resilience. Whatever your desire, the CP can find a spot for you. Free monthly trainings are offered each month on topics such as: 1st Aid, Disaster Response, Leadership, Traffic Crash Scene Management, Active Threats, Confrontational Simulation and more. If you're interested, you're welcome to attend a monthly training session.
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! CP members are diverse in how they'd like to serve their community. Some have an interest in neighborhood watch-style patrols or assisting during community events. Others wish to focus on disaster preparedness and community resilience. Whatever your desire, the CP can find a spot for you. Free monthly trainings are offered each month on topics such as: 1st Aid, Disaster Response, Leadership, Traffic Crash Scene Management, Active Threats, Confrontational Simulation and more. If you're interested, you're welcome to attend a monthly training session.
From 10/12/17
Click HERE for a slideshow that discusses the 2017 Eagle Creek Fire damage and its hazard impact to our area.
For updates about the Eagle Creek fire with road and trail closure updates, please click HERE
Click HERE for a slideshow that discusses the 2017 Eagle Creek Fire damage and its hazard impact to our area.
For updates about the Eagle Creek fire with road and trail closure updates, please click HERE