K9 Griff tracks wanted man through Beaverton blackberry bushes

Authorities apprehend suspect with 9 outstanding warrants after he fled deputies and hid in vegetation

Apr. 14, 2026 at 6:52am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a tangled blackberry bush, its thorns and branches dramatically lit by a harsh camera flash, conveying the gritty nature of the suspect's apprehension.A recent wave of K9-assisted arrests in Beaverton highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in tracking down suspects who attempt to evade capture by hiding in dense vegetation.Beaverton Today

A man wanted on nine warrants was arrested in Beaverton after fleeing deputies near SW Greensboro Way and hiding in blackberry bushes along the Westside Trail. The Beaverton Police Department's K9 unit, led by K9 Griff, tracked and apprehended the suspect.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the role of K9 units in assisting law enforcement in locating and apprehending suspects, especially those who attempt to evade arrest by hiding in dense vegetation. It also underscores the ongoing efforts to address outstanding warrants and keep the community safe.

The details

According to authorities, the suspect fled deputies on Saturday and attempted to hide in blackberry bushes along the Westside Trail in Beaverton. The Beaverton Police Department's K9 unit, led by K9 Griff, was able to track and locate the suspect, leading to his arrest. The suspect was wanted on nine outstanding warrants.

  • The incident occurred on Saturday near SW Greensboro Way in Beaverton.
  • The suspect was apprehended after hiding in blackberry bushes along the Westside Trail.

The players

K9 Griff

A K9 unit from the Beaverton Police Department that assisted in tracking and apprehending the suspect.

Beaverton Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the incident and utilized its K9 unit to locate and arrest the suspect.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to work diligently to apprehend those with outstanding warrants and keep our community safe.”

— Beaverton Police Department

What’s next

The Beaverton Police Department is asking anyone with surveillance video or who witnessed the incident to contact investigators to provide additional information.

The takeaway

This case highlights the important role of K9 units in assisting law enforcement in locating and apprehending suspects, especially those who attempt to evade arrest by hiding in dense vegetation. It also underscores the ongoing efforts to address outstanding warrants and maintain public safety in the Beaverton community.