West Linn police had their hands full this past week, responding to a wide variety of calls ranging from petty thefts and family disputes to suspicious vehicles and mischievous neighborhood antics. The following is a summary of incidents reported between October 30 and November 2, 2025 — a mix of the strange, the serious, and the surprisingly mundane.
Suspicious Cars and Stolen Plates
The week began with several reports of suspicious activity involving vehicles. On October 30 at 8:59 a.m., a resident near the 2900 block of Winkel Way reported that a car had been parking next to their house with its headlights on for three consecutive nights. Officers checked the area, though it’s unclear whether any further action was taken.
Later that morning, at 10:52 a.m., someone on the 19000 block of Willamette Drive reported a stolen license plate, followed by another similar report less than an hour later near Miles Drive. Both incidents involved the theft of front plates from parked vehicles.
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Neighborhood Disputes and Unusual Requests
By midday, things took a more personal turn. At 12:34 p.m., a caller on Landis Street said their neighbor had threatened to call police about their dog wandering onto the property — the caller wanted to share “their side of the story.”
A few minutes later, at 12:56 p.m., another resident contacted the department simply to “talk to police about ICE” — though no further details were provided in the report.
That afternoon saw a domestic disturbance reported at 4:05 p.m., followed by a concerning message received by another caller just two minutes later. The message, sent from an unknown number, allegedly threatened to “blow up two buildings.” Authorities did not release additional information, but the case was noted for follow-up.
Mischief, Door-Kicking, and Kids Gone Wild
Halloween season in West Linn brought out plenty of youthful mischief. On October 30 at 9:18 p.m., a resident on Riverview Drive complained of being “ding-dong ditched” twice by someone who “may have had a mustache.”
The next day, October 31, a resident near Edgewater Court reported that a kid had kicked their door the previous evening. Whether it was a prank or an act of frustration, police took the report for documentation.
Later that night, around 8:01 p.m., officers responded to a report of twelve kids fighting at an undisclosed location. It’s unclear if anyone was injured or arrested. A few hours later, at 9:55 p.m., police were called again — this time by a woman who said someone kept coming to her door. It turned out to be the police themselves conducting a welfare check. The woman told them she just wanted to be “left alone to watch TV.”
The Halloween night chaos continued with reports of a large party near the 2000 block of Maple Terrace at 10:52 p.m.
November Brings More Parties and Pet Problems
On November 1 at 11:09 a.m., someone near the 19900 block of Willamette Drive called to complain about unleashed dogs at a local park — an ongoing issue, according to the report. That same day, police received a call from a resident worried that their ex-fiancé might have linked himself to their bank account after discovering a suspicious receipt under his name.
Later that evening, at 9:35 p.m., officers were called to a party of about 40 people near Rosemont Road, likely another Halloween weekend celebration that got out of hand.
Late-Night Activity and Odd Encounters
In the early hours of November 2, around 1:16 a.m., a group of kids was reportedly climbing in and out of a truck while playing loud music near Ghiglieri Court. Police checked the area, but the group dispersed before they arrived.
That morning, at 10:13 a.m., a concerned resident called asking how to assist federal workers or those who had lost SNAP benefits — one of the week’s more community-minded calls.
Later that afternoon, things took another strange turn when a driver near the 2700 block of Ridge Lane reported that a car had pulled into their driveway before the driver flipped them off and drove away.
The week wrapped up with a serious underage drinking complaint at 10:25 p.m., when a caller said they had just picked up their girlfriend from a party involving alcohol and drugs, noting that all attendees were minors. Police documented the incident and initiated an investigation.
A Snapshot of Suburban Life
The West Linn police log this week offered a clear glimpse into suburban Oregon life — where minor thefts, noisy parties, and the occasional bizarre phone call coexist with genuine community concern. While some incidents were harmless pranks or neighborhood misunderstandings, others — like bomb threats and underage parties — reminded officers of the delicate balance between keeping peace and keeping watch.
For residents, the takeaway is simple: even the quietest neighborhoods can have their share of drama.
