District Attorney News

Geovani Barcenas-Ortiz pleaded guilty to bias crime and weapon charges, receiving 15 months in prison for threatening a TriMet employee with a knife while making derogatory comments.

Jesus Esteban Flores was convicted of robbery, weapon use, and theft for crimes at Washington Square Mall. He received 109 months in prison. The District Attorney launched a campaign against shoplifting.

Washington County held a retail theft symposium with Columbia Sportswear and ORCAOR, bringing together law enforcement, prosecutors, and retailers. The goal is to combat theft through collaboration, training, prosecution, and community safety.

83-year-old Gary Caughey pleaded guilty to public indecency after masturbating in a Target store, targeting young girls. He was sentenced to 60 months in prison and must register as a sex offender due to a lengthy criminal history.

Julius Mitchell received an 80-month prison sentence for cocaine delivery, promoting prostitution, firearm possession, and witness tampering. He was caught in a human trafficking sting with a minor, drugs, and a firearm.