WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ore. — Sixteen people were arrested during a coordinated retail theft operation conducted by Washington County law enforcement and major retailers on April 4, authorities said.
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office partnered with the Beaverton Police Department and loss prevention staff from Target and Home Depot stores throughout Beaverton and Washington County for the one-day operation, according to a sheriff’s office statement.
Detectives and uniformed officers identified individuals allegedly engaged in theft activities, recovering hundreds of dollars in merchandise…