WWCSO asks for help in sex crimes investigation

By Terry Murry on Saturday, December 14th, 2024 in Columbia Basin News More Top Stories

WALLA WALLA – (News release from WWCSO) On December 6th, the Walla Walla County Sheriff’s Office arrested Andrew Sutherland on multiple counts of rape of a child in the first degree and child molestation in the first degree. The charges are related to incidents that occurred several years ago. We have reason to believe that Mr. Sutherland may have additional victims who have not yet been identified by law enforcement.

We understand this is very sensitive for victims and their families, but we urge anyone with any information regarding this investigation to contact Detective Dan Teel.

Please contact Det. Teel by phone at (509) 524-5418 or by email at dteel@co.walla-walla.wa.us. WWSO Case Number 2024-00009746.

Photo of suspect provided by the Walla Walla County Sheriff’s Office