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Thursday, Feb. 15

11:19 a.m. Be cautious about calls – Medicare scam where someone called and stated they needed to issue a new card, but the victim would need to verify all the personal information first. The victim did not fall for this and did not provide any information. Finley Ln., La Conner.

Friday, Feb. 16

4:59 a.m. Dog taken in – Deputy on patrol found a dog running loose that was dragging a leash. The deputy could not locate an owner and the dog was transported to the humane society. La Conner Whitney / Flats Rds., greaterLa Conner.

10:38 a.m. Stripped away – Abandoned vehicle that had been in the area for several days and subjects were starting to strip it for parts. A deputy responded and impounded the car.Best / Dodge Valley Rds., greater La Conner.

3:38 p.m. Burglary in the Valley – Rexville Grange broken into but caller unsure of when it happened. Unknown what if any items were taken.. Rexville Grange Rd., greater La Conner.

3:39 p.m. Headed for Seattle – Red Ferrari driving at a high rate and weaving in and out of traffic. Vehicle last seen towards I-5 and call transferred to WSP. Best / Fir Island Rds., greater La Conner.

6:08 p.m. Two bad drivers – Two-car collision that blocked Morris Street. Minor injuries and both drivers cited for violations related to the collision. Maple Ave. / Morris St., La Conner.

Saturday, Feb. 17

3:33 p.m. What is going on here? – Possible fraud. Caller bought a motorcycle engine off Instagram that was being shipped. The package is now being held at the border and the seller will no longer respond. Unknown if actual fraud or just shipping issue with customs. Channel Dr., greater La Conner.