HILLSBORO, Ore.- On February 27, 2019, Jeffery Wayne Tiemann was sentenced to 100 months in prison. Tiemann pleaded guilty to First Degree Sex Abuse, Second Degree Sodomy and Encouraging Child Sex Abuse in the Second Degree. The defendant was sentenced by Judge Charles Bailey. The case was prosecuted by Deputy District Attorney Allison Brown and investigated by Washington County Sheriff’s Office Detective Jessica Zieman.

The investigation began in February of 2018 after the 13-year-old victim met Tiemann through a social media app. They began communicating and the victim alerted Tiemann that she was underage. The two eventually met in person where Tiemann sexually abused the girl.

Later that day, the victim’s mother found the messages on her phone and called law enforcement. Tiemann admitted to using the app and communicating with the child but denied he knew her true age.

Police seized his phone. Investigators found images and videos of child pornography.

We would like to acknowledge the Washington County Sheriff’s Office for their thorough investigation on this case. Credit also goes to the victim’s mother who took the time to check her daughter’s phone. We encourage all parents to do the same and to be aware of what their children are doing online.

“Crimes against children that occur online are particularly difficult for law enforcement to detect and enforce,” Deputy District Attorney Brown said. “The crimes this defendant committed against this child would not have come to law enforcement’s attention without the diligence of this child’s mother.”

Tiemann will be transferred to the Oregon Department of Corrections to begin serving his sentence.

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HILLSBORO, Ore.- On February 28, 2019, Judge Andrew R. Erwin sentenced Andrew Guy Moret to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 30 years. Moret was found guilty in the murder of Alonzo Sentel Gregg on February 15, 2019 by a jury of his peers.

Moret was convicted of Murder and Unlawful Use of a Weapon for the 2015 shooting. Moret will be transferred to the Oregon Department of Corrections to begin serving his sentence.

Our previous press release on this case can be viewed here

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HILLSBORO, Ore.- On February 15, 2019, a Washington County jury found Andrew Guy Moret guilty of Murder and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. Judge Andrew R. Erwin oversaw the case. Senior Deputy District Attorney Bracken McKey and Deputy District Attorney Rayney Meisel prosecuted the case against Moret.

On September 13, 2015, Moret shot Alonzo Sentel Gregg nine times near Dandy’s Deli in Hillsboro. Gregg died at the scene. Moret was arrested three days after the shooting and charged with Gregg’s murder.

Moret, who served as his own attorney in the case, claimed self-defense in the shooting of Gregg. The jury disagreed and found him guilty.

The Washington County District Attorney’s Office would like to acknowledge the Hillsboro Police Department and Detective Sean Magnuson for their work on this case which spanned more than three years.

Sentencing is set for February 28 at 8:30. Moret will remain in custody until he is transferred to the Oregon Department of Corrections to begin serving his sentence.

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HILLSBORO, Ore.- On February 13, 2019, Judge Beth L. Roberts sentenced 67-year-old Stephen William Breaux to 240 months in prison. Breaux pleaded guilty to four counts of Sexual Abuse in the First Degree on February 1, 2019. The case was prosecuted by Deputy District Attorney Allison Brown.

Hillsboro Police first began investigating Breaux in January of 2018 after the 9-year-old victim made a disclosure of abuse to her father. Her father then alerted authorities. The victim was also taken to CARES Northwest, where she told counselors that Breaux had been abusing her for the last two years.

Breaux initially denied the allegations and refused to take a polygraph examination, but eventually admitted his guilt in court. The victim’s family was in court for Breaux’s sentencing, and indicated the victim will be relieved now that this case is concluded.

The Washington County District Attorney’s Office would like to acknowledge the Hillsboro Police Department, Detective Michelle Gay, and CARES Northwest for their assistance in this case.

In addition to his prison sentence, Breaux must register as a sex offender. Breaux has been transferred to the Oregon Department of Corrections to begin serving his sentence.

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HILLSBORO, Ore.- On February 11, 2019, Judge Theodore Sims sentenced William Daniel Callaway to three months in jail and ordered his license revoked for 12 months. Callaway pleaded guilty to Fourth Degree Assault, Hit-and-Run with Injuries and Reckless Endangering after he fled from and injured a North Plains police officer who tried to pull him over along Highway 26 in January. Deputy District Attorney Matt Wise prosecuted the case against Callaway.

On January 15, 2019, Officer Steven Schutz spotted a car driving recklessly on the shoulder of Highway 26 eastbound. Schutz activated his lights and sirens and pulled the car over. The driver, later identified as Callaway, initially denied driving on the shoulder. Callaway provided false identification and continued to deny he ever drove on the shoulder of the highway.

After confirming that Callaway provided false identification, Officer Schutz told Callaway he was under arrest and ordered him to get out of the vehicle. Callaway refused, started the car and drove off at a high rate of speed. He dragged the officer 15-20 feet and ran over his left foot during the escape. The officer was taken to the hospital and has since made a full recovery.

In addition to his jail sentence and the loss of driving privileges, Callaway will also serve three years of probation. He has been transferred to the Washington County Jail to begin serving his sentence.

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The Westside 18th Street gang is a very large gang with membership virtually all over the world.  Most are sporting the number "18" in some way.  In graffiti, the roman numeral "XVIII" is frequently used in 18th Street tags.
Hillside 12th Street is the largest gang operating in Washington County.  The letters "LAP" stand for Li'l Angel Pachucos.
With Hispanic gangs, there are essentially two major groups - Nortenos and Surenos.  Surenos are the most prevalent in Washington County, and commonly are loyal to the color blue.   "Sureno" means "south".  Sureno gangs originated in Southern California a
"Thank God I'm White", swastikas, and other messages about the white race being superior to other ethnic groups are signs of White supremacist groups.

The Westside 18th Street gang is a very large gang with membership virtually all over the world.  Most are sporting the number "18" in some way.  In graffiti, the roman numeral "XVIII" is frequently used in 18th Street tags. 

Hillside 12th Street is the largest gang operating in Washington County.  The letters "LAP" stand for Li'l Angel Pachucos. The number "503" (on the neck in the first photo) means essentially "Oregon area" (the telephone area code).

With Hispanic gangs, there are essentially two major groups - Nortenos and Surenos.  Surenos are the most prevalent in Washington County, and commonly are loyal to the color blue. "Sureno" means "south".  Sureno gangs originated in Southern California and areas south of Bakersfield.  They have been in Washington County since the early 90's. The Sureno groups include many other subsets such as the Westside 18th Street gangs.

"Thank God I'm White", swastikas, and other messages about the white race being superior to other ethnic groups are signs of White supremacist groups.

HILLSBORO, Ore.- The Washington County District Attorney’s Office is dedicated to protecting public safety. In conjunction with our partners in law enforcement, our prosecutors, victim advocates and support staff work tirelessly to serve justice countywide.

February is national Gang Prevention Awareness Month. While many may not consider Washington County a haven for gang activity, our community is not immune to this threat. In fact, law enforcement in Washington County have officers and deputies assigned to deal with, and hopefully prevent, gang-related crimes.

As of May 2017, the investigators battling gang-related activity identified more than 1,300 known gang members in Washington County. They have identified the Westside 18th Street, Hillside 12th Street and others with ties to the Sureno gang as the most active groups in our area.

The crimes committed by gang members can vary widely. From graffiti on homes and buildings showcasing a particular gang’s symbol or name, to violent crimes like assault and murder, the criminal activity undertaken by these groups can run the gambit.

Once a crime is committed, law enforcement begins their investigation. When a suspect is identified, our prosecutors go to work. They interview witnesses, victims and investigators to build a case against the accused. If convicted, we strive for a sentence that will protect the victim(s) and the public.

So how can you help? Law enforcement can’t be everywhere all at once. It’s vital to report any gang-related activity so they can investigate. Parents need to be especially vigilant. Keep this advice in mind if you’re concerned your child may be considering joining a gang.

  • Have an open dialogue with your children about gangs and ways to avoid them. Explain the dangers of gangs and how they could be hurt or arrested if they associate with them.
  • Make sure your children don’t:
    • Associate with gang members
    • Attend parties or events sponsored by gangs
    • Use any hand signs or wear any clothing associated with gangs
  • Know your kid’s friends and their parents. Make sure they don’t have any ties to gang activity. They could be vulnerable to peer pressure or encouraged to join a gang.
  • Set limits with your kids. Make sure they understand their actions have consequences. One mistake early on could impact them for the rest of their lives.
  • Make sure you are spending time together as a family. Be sure to plan family time to eat together, play and go on trips. This time together will give you better insight into your family and make it easier to spot a change in behavior.  

If you’d like to report gang activity or are concerned your child is involved with a gang, contact the Washington County Sheriff’s Office at (503) 846-5850 for more information.

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