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Vancouver police chief candidate and current Vancouver Assistant Police Chief Troy Price, right, introduces himself Tuesday during a community Q&A session. The chosen candidate will replace current police Chief James McElvain, who is slated to retire June 30.

Vancouver police chief hopefuls make their case

Vancouver police chief candidate and current Vancouver Assistant Police Chief Troy Price, right, introduces himself Tuesday during a community Q&A session. The chosen candidate will replace current police Chief James McElvain, who is slated to retire June 30.

May 4, 2022, 7:36pm Clark County News

Five candidates seeking the job as Vancouver’s next police chief fielded questions about their approaches to the job Tuesday night during a question-and-answer session. Read story

The Clark County Courthouse.

Vancouver man accused of shooting older brother with BB gun

The Clark County Courthouse.

May 4, 2022, 5:20pm Clark County News

A Vancouver man is accused of shooting his older brother with a BB gun during an argument over a drum Tuesday afternoon at a residence in east Vancouver. Read story

A Vancouver police officer tests a body-worn camera in late 2021. The department ultimately rejected the first camera in the trial.

Clark County Council OKs public safety tax for ballot

A Vancouver police officer tests a body-worn camera in late 2021. The department ultimately rejected the first camera in the trial.

May 4, 2022, 6:11am Clark County News

Following a Tuesday public hearing, the Clark County Council approved placing a 0.01 percent public safety tax on the August primary election ballot. Read story

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Battle Ground man sentenced to 18 months in prison in 2019 standoff with police

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May 3, 2022, 3:17pm Clark County News

A Battle Ground man was sentenced Tuesday to 18 months in federal prison in connection with a six-hour police standoff in December 2019. Read story

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Money recovered in Vancouver bank robbery, suspect still at large

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May 3, 2022, 2:18pm Clark County News

A man armed with a handgun robbed a Key Bank branch Monday afternoon in downtown Vancouver, making off with an undisclosed amount of cash. Read story

Jake Beals, lead driver for Triple J Towing, looks over stolen pickups Monday morning in the company's Vancouver lot. Beals said Triple J responded to 47 calls for stolen vehicles at its three lots in April.

Law enforcement sounds alarm about record-high vehicle theft in Clark County

Jake Beals, lead driver for Triple J Towing, looks over stolen pickups Monday morning in the company's Vancouver lot. Beals said Triple J responded to 47 calls for stolen vehicles at its three lots in April.

May 3, 2022, 6:04am Clark County News

Jake Beals spent his Monday morning towing a Yahama Vino 125 scooter that was reported stolen out of Chehalis. It was the first call of the day at Triple J Towing’s Vancouver location, but there were sure to be more. Read story

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Suspects evade Clark County sheriff’s deputies in multiple early morning incidents

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May 2, 2022, 2:45pm Clark County News

Clark County sheriff’s deputies responded to three separate incidents early Monday morning, in which the suspects evaded capture. The sheriff’s office blamed a lack of resources, as well as police reform laws and department policy regarding vehicle pursuits, for hampering their efforts. Read story

Judge Roger Bennett  in 2010.

Battle Ground Municipal Court judge admonished for supporting candidate

Judge Roger Bennett  in 2010.

April 29, 2022, 3:47pm Clark County News

The Washington Commission on Judicial Conduct last week issued a written admonishment against former part-time Battle Ground Municipal Court Judge Roger Bennett after he contributed to and publicly endorsed a Camas mayoral candidate last summer. Read story

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Vancouver man in court in sexual exploitation, child rape case

The Clark County Courthouse.

April 28, 2022, 4:50pm Clark County News

A 22-year-old Vancouver man, who was already facing a felony rape charge, is now accused of targeting underage girls for sex, court records show. Read story

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Clark County man facing child rape charges

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April 28, 2022, 4:10pm Clark County News

A Clark County man is facing child rape charges after allegedly befriending a 14-year-old girl on Facebook and convincing her to run away with him. Read story