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Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office

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A safe and thriving community for everyone

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The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is committed to creating safe and thriving communities for everyone. MCSO's impact is immense, providing corrections, civil and public safety services to the most populous county in the state of Oregon. MCSO serves four contract cities: Fairview, Maywood Park, Troutdale and Wood Village, and unincorporated areas, including Sauvie Island and the Columbia River Gorge. The agency is also responsible for keeping more than 100 miles of waterways safe.

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Nicole Morrisey O’Donnell

Meet Nicole Morrisey O’Donnell

Sheriff Nicole Morrisey O’Donnell has been dedicated to public safety service since she began her career with the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office in 1996. Throughout nearly 30 years of service, her commitment to learning every aspect of public safety has propelled her through the ranks of deputy, lieutenant, captain, chief deputy, and undersheriff. She is one of only two Sheriffs to have held dual certification in both police and corrections while serving in office. As Multnomah County’s 41st Sheriff, Nicole is the first woman to hold the agency’s highest rank.

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News and Media

Recent News Releases

Just before 2:45 a.m. on Friday, June 5, 2026, the Bureau of Emergency Communications (BOEC) received a 911 call from a community member reporting a crash involving a motorcycle and a car in the 23300 block of Northeast Glisan Street.

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The City of Troutdale is currently exploring creating its own city-led police department and terminating the comprehensive law enforcement services it receives from the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office.

To help explain the potential impacts, the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office released a frequently asked questions section on its website.

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Today, the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office is providing an update on the investigative progress into the disappearance of Kyron Horman.

Kyron was seven years old when he disappeared 16 years ago.

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The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office River Patrol Unit is preparing to support the United States Coast Guard enforcing a security zone on the Willamette River during Fleet Week 2026.

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The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office presented its 2025 City of Troutdale Annual Report, demonstrating public safety improvements, enhanced response efficiencies, and greater community engagement.

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We are currently hiring Corrections Deputies.
Are you ready for a new career? Join our team at the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office.

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