Officer Colin Triber had been a member of the Ridgefield Police Department since January 2024
An off-duty Ridgefield police officer was located deceased on Monday, November 25, 2024 at the Ridgefield Marina.
Officer Colin Triber had been a member of the Ridgefield Police Department since January 2024. Prior to his service as a police officer, Triber served in the U.S. Marine Corps as a heavy helicopter crew chief and mechanic.
“We are heartbroken. We ask that the public and press give the family and the Ridgefield Police Department the privacy to grieve in this difficult time,” said Chief Cathy Doriot.
Following standard protocol, the Ridgefield Police Department has turned the investigation over to the Clark County Sheriff’s Office. RPD offices will be closed until further notice. 24/7 patrol is continuing.
Information provided by the city of Ridgefield.
Also read:
- Mayor Ron Onslow retiring from the Ridgefield City CouncilRon Onslow, Ridgefield’s dedicated mayor and council member, retires after 17 years of service, leaving a legacy of growth and community connection.
- Business Profile: Faith guides financial planner at Morgan StanleyLaurel Numbers at Morgan Stanley combines faith and personal experience to help widows navigate finances.
- High school football: Football, family, and food all part of Camas’ successCamas High School football’s Unity Dinners showcase the bond between players, families, and community.
- Vancouver Fire Department extinguishes house fireVancouver Fire Department quickly contained a house fire, preventing spread to nearby homes.
- 20 years ago: Evergreen football team makes history for Clark County big schoolsTwenty years ago, Evergreen High School made history as the first big school in Clark County to win a state football championship.
- Washington legislation would put security cameras near ballot drop boxesWashington lawmaker proposes security cameras for ballot boxes after tampering incidents in Clark County.
- County Council adopts 2025 budget using one-time revenues to avoid cutsClark County Council adopts 2025 budget using one-time revenues, avoiding immediate service cuts.