OCPEA

07/29/2026

Congratulations to Dave for reaching retirement after a long career with OCPD and the Gladstone Police Department. His commitment to the students of the Oregon City School District has impacted countless lives.

07/16/2026

Congratulations to Brian and Autumn on their career anniversaries! Both contribute a lot to OCPD and Oregon City.

06/03/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families, Sergeant Thornton and his family, the Sandy Police Department, and the entire Sandy community.

𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨!

The Sandy Police Department would like to thank our community, our friends and families for all the support we have received.

The Sandy community and communities across the state have rallied around the victims, their loved ones, and their friends. “Sandy Strong” has taken on a renewed and deeper meaning for all of us. When tragedy strikes a community, healing begins through the compassion, support, and strength shown by the people around us. Because of this community and the incredible people who call Sandy home, we will all heal together in time.

We also want to thank the entire law enforcement community, fire personnel, dispatchers, and medical providers who responded, provided support during this tragedy and are continuing to support us.

Sergeant Thornton remains in good spirits and is responding well to treatment. The Thornton family is deeply grateful for the support they have received. At this time, the Thornton family is asking for privacy from the media.

The Sandy Police Department has received an overwhelming number of media inquiries and public records requests.

There are currently two separate investigations underway.

The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office is leading the homicide investigation. Media inquiries regarding that investigation should be directed to the Sheriff’s Office.

The officer-involved shooting investigation is being led by the Clackamas County Interagency Major Crimes Team in collaboration with the Clackamas County District Attorney’s Office. Media inquiries regarding that investigation should be directed to the District Attorney’s Office.

The Sandy Police Department and City Sandy will not be commenting further on either investigation at this time.

We are, and always will be, Sandy Strong.

01/28/2026

Today we celebrated Officer Dan Shockley’s retirement. Dan grew up in Oregon City and joined OCPD in 1999. He was Oregon City’s first canine handler, starting the program from scratch and working with three dogs for more than 20 years. Beyond his duties as a handler, Dan was a field training officer and ended his career as a school resource officer. Dan has touched countless lives during his career and will be missed!

01/22/2026

Welcome to our three newest members!

12/14/2025

Proud of Brian’s excellent work serving OCPD and the citizens of Clackamas County as a member of the Crisis Negotiation Team!

Congratulations to Officer Brian Willard, who was recognized as the Clackamas County Interagency Crisis Negotiation Team’s Negotiator of the Year for 2025. Excellent work!

Pictured are Officer Willard (right) and the team commander, Lieutenant Nate Hulsey with the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office

12/10/2025

Our K9 plushies are great gifts and all proceeds go to our canine retirement fund.

12/09/2025

Congratulations to our former member, Travis Schachtel. After nine years with OCPD, he’s returning to the West Linn Police Department to serve as a sergeant. We’re sad to see him go but know he’s a great addition to WLPD.