Wednesday, December 17, 2008

 In 2007 and 2008, the Mason County Sheriff’s Office in cooperation with the Mason County Commissioners has made considerable strides in enhancing public safety for the citizens of Mason County.  We face some very daunting budgetary challenges for 2009 and beyond.  Staff cuts appear to be necessary in order to balance the upcoming 2009 budget.

Monday, December 15, 2008

     Now that winter cold weather has come to Mason County, bitter cold and wetness can seriously affect your pets.  Mason County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Officer, Cindy Brewer urges pet owners to take extra precautions during winter weather to ensure the safety of their companion animals.   

Thursday, December 11, 2008

Charitable donations made by two Shelton men made them “Sheriff for a Day.”  This was made possible when Sheriff Casey Salisbury donated his time to two fundraisers conducted by Southside School Boosters and Grapeview Elementary School to help the schools fund raising efforts.  Both fund raisers were auction events.

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Former Mason County Deputy and Jail Superintendent, Gaylen Luther Gulbranson, 64, died in his home Friday in Peoria, Arizona.  Mr. Gulbranson worked at the Mason County Sheriff’s Office as a Deputy, Detective and Jail Superintendent between 1971 and 1995.

Monday, December 8, 2008

     A 34 year old Shelton man died early Sunday morning at his home as the result of a house fire located at 291 SE Craddick Road, about 9 miles south of Shelton.
   

Friday, December 5, 2008

As winter approaches, the citizens of Mason County should prepare for winter time disasters that may involve high winds and/or flooding that cause roads to become impassible and power outages that cause interruptions in water, sewage, and heating of homes and businesses.  It is always a good idea to be prepared for any eventuality.

Thursday, December 4, 2008

Detectives from the Sheriff’s Special Operations Group (SOG) arrested a 35 year old Shelton man last night at about 8 PM and seized over a pound of methamphetamine valued at about $20,000.  Additionally, SOG detectives seized a ½ ounce of cocaine, a ½ ounce of marijuana, $9,820 in cash, and a vehicle. 

Monday, December 1, 2008

Counterfeiters have been working in Mason County passing phony $20 bills.  Since November 25, counterfeit $20 bills have turned up at several locations in Mason County, the City of Shelton, and in the Olympia-Thurston County areas.

Friday, November 14, 2008

The Mason County Sheriff's Office was investigating the report of a burglary when the suspects attempted to flee, striking a Deputy Sheriff.  The Deputy, fearing for his safety, fired shots at the vehicle, but no one was hit.  The Deputy struck by the fleeing vehicle was shook up, but not hurt.  All three suspects were arrested.

Friday, November 7, 2008

Monday, November 3, 2008

A new 12 passenger van has been delivered to the Mason County Sheriff’s Office for use by the Jail Litter Crew.  Under the supervision of Gary Isaacson, jail trustees are assigned to the Litter Crew to clean and clear rights of way on county roads and state highways.

Monday, November 3, 2008

The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce the launch of a new web-based program designed to enhance monitoring capacity of registered sex offenders in Mason County and throughout Washington State.

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

The U.S. Department of Justice announced the award of $40,078.00 to the Mason County Sheriff's Office to reimburse some of the costs of incarcerating undocumented criminal aliens who have committed and been convicted of serious crimes in the United States.  The goal of this program is to enhance public safety in communities throughout the nation.

Monday, October 27, 2008

During Halloween, children find great delight participating in the age old tradition of “trick or treat”.  In order for our children to remain safe, the Mason County Sheriff’s Office encourages all children to observe the following safety rules as they trick or treat:  (See body of story for rules.)

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Since July 1, 2008, the Mason County Sheriff’s Office has fully taken over the duties of traffic collision investigation and traffic enforcement on all of Mason County’s 800 plus miles of county roads.  According to Sheriff Casey Salisbury “For the first time in over 20 years we have a group of five deputies and a sergeant that are dedicated to making our county roads safer for our citizens.” 

Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Since Mason County’s acquisition of the St Edwards Catholic Church Parish Hall Building in April of this year, work has been proceeding to move the Sheriff’s Court House operations into this building located at 3rd and Pine.

Wednesday, September 24, 2008

The Mason County Sheriff’s Office North Mason Substation will be moving to a new location very soon.

Tuesday, September 2, 2008

The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the discovery of human remains in a wooded area northeast of Collins Lake on the Tahuya Peninsula in Mason County.  The discovery was made by a Tahuya man while he and his son were picking mushrooms.

Thursday, August 28, 2008

The Mason County Sheriff’s Office announced today they have arrested two suspects in what they characterize as a major burglary.  Detectives have arrested Thomas A Sherrill, 37, Shelton, and Nathan H. White, 21, Shelton.  Both Sherrill and White are suspected of committing the burglary of a cabin located at 1013 N. Poosh Me Up Dr, Hoodsport, earlier this month. 

Wednesday August 27, 2008

Sheriff’s Deputies arrested the person they think is the “Pot Belly Arsonist” yesterday at about 10 AM.  David P. Boysen, 40, Shelton was booked into the Mason County Jail on suspicion of first degree arson.  Boysen made his first court appearance today.  His bail was set at $75,000.