Ocean Shores Police Department call log

May 28

Ocean Shores Blvd. SW

“Past two days heard what sounds like a fog horn that goes off several times an hour. Sounds like it is coming from the lighthouse.”

Chinook Ave SE

“Subject trying to sell windows, didn’t appear to have permit.”

Beach S. of Taurus

Deceased bald eagle partially buried in sand.

Grays Harbor Sheriff’s Dept. call log

May 28

Copalis Beach

Lost dog, “Chili.” 

Moclips

Warrant arrests.

May 29

Copalis Beach

Leg bone found on beach.

Ocean Shores Police Department call log

May 22

Pt. Brown Ave NW

Port a Potty question. 

Pt. Brown Ave NW

DUI.

Beach s. of Damon

Two vehicles stuck near surf.

Mt. Olympus Ave. SE

Reckless driving, parking lot.

OS Blvd NW

Visitor lost wedding ring. Employee says he found it, wants “ransom.”

Grays Harbor Sheriff’s Dept.

May 21

Copalis Beach

Subject in roadway.

May 22

Copalis Beach

Mailboxes damaged.

Copalis Crossing

P.O. boxes pried open, mail missing.

May 22

Ocean Shores

Juveniles on beach near Damon Road throwing eggs at passing vehicles.

Grays Harbor Sheriff’s Dept. call log

May 15

Copalis Crossing

Horse running loose toward Pacific Beach.

Ocean City

Cats in abandoned home.

Pacific Beach

Child at business, crying; missed his bus, lives in Taholah.

Ocean Shores Police Department

May 18
Magellan Ave. NE
Dog running loose.

North Bay Ave.
Threats from daughter’s ex-fiance.

Pt. Brown Ave. NW
Burglary yesterday.

Spruce Loop SW
Complaint that former employer will not give final paycheck.

S. Rain Street
Two young men saying they were Portland U. students asking strange personal questions.

from the OSPD: The City of Ocean Shores will begin changing speed limit signs on those streets affected by the new speed limit ordinance on June 22, 2009. The signage changes will be completed by the afternoon of June 23, 2009.

The Ocean Shores Police Department will begin conducting routine traffic safety emphasis patrols and enforcing the new speed limits at 0600 on Wednesday, June 24^th, 2009. We are asking for voluntary compliance with the new speed restrictions and encourage everyone to drive safely.

As a reminder, unless posted otherwise, the speed limit on city streets is 25 miles per hour.

Information regarding the speed limit changes can be found on the Ocean Shores Police Department web-site.

From the Ocean Shores Police Dept.:

A 67 year old Ocean Shores man was arrested on Memorial Day for Theft in the First Degree for allegedly embezzling in excess of $80,000 from the Port Hole Pub during a 3 year period. John Butschky was arrested by Det. Chris Iversen after a 12 month investigation revealed that Butschky, a bookkeeper for the Port Hole Pub, had taken money from the business and gambled at the Quinault Casino. The investigation disclosed that during this 3-year period Butschky had losses totaling more than $148,000 at the Casino. Butschky admitted to a gambling addiction that had increased in severity over the past several years. Butschky currently is in custody at the Grays Harbor County Jail with a bail amount set at $30,000.

The Ocean Shores Police Department wants to remind individuals that if they have a gambling problem they are encouraged to contact the Gamblers Anonymous hotline at 888-GA-HELPS (888-424-3577)

From the Ocean Shores Police Dept.:

Boating Season Underway

The Memorial Day Weekend generally marks the beginning of boating season in Ocean Shores. The season runs through the summer and concludes after Labor Day. What does the Boating Season actually mean?

The Washington States Parks and Recreation Commission supervises the Boating Safety Program for the State. Governmental agencies, such as the Grays Harbor Sheriff’s Department and the Ocean Shores Police Department have recognized Boating Safety Programs that allow the State to provide funding to keep these programs operational. Yearly vessel registration fees are distributed to agencies with recognized programs that allow for them to staff programs and obtain equipment at no charge to the departments. The Ocean Shores Police Department’s new patrol boat was obtained through a grant from this program. 

The Ocean Shores Police Department currently has 10 officers who have received training and became Certified Boating Safety Officers.

 Sgt. David McManus photo taken Saturday: Deputy Chief Russ Fitts skippering the new police boat, with Officer Shaun Beebe assisting in the tow. Fitts: “This is one of two disabled boats that were assisted with tows that day. Over the Memorial Day weekend officers provided 34 hours of patrol time on the waterways in Ocean Shores.”

Outraged Citizen: “Whaaaaat?!! With all our budget problems, we’re going out and buying new police toys???!!!”

Take a deep breath, sir/madam. 

According to Fitts: “Yearly vessel registration fees are distributed to agencies with recognized programs that allow for them to staff programs and obtain equipment at no charge to the departments. The Ocean Shores Police Department’s new patrol boat was obtained through a grant from this program.”