ABERDEEN Washington - Windermere Real Estate, the largest independent real estate company in the West, announces the change in ownership of the Aberdeen office of Windermere Real Estate.
Harbor native Tom Quigg, owner and designated broker has announced that he has reached agreement to sell the Windermere Aberdeen office to Travis and Jill Jelovich. Travis approached Tom a couple of months ago, and agreement was reached whereby the Jelovich’s will purchase the Aberdeen office. The plan is for Quigg to remain as designated broker for a period of time, while
Travis transitions into full management. Pat Oleachea has assisted Tom in the management of the Aberdeen office and will remain in sales.
Tom established the original Windermere Real Estate office in Aberdeen in 1991. Tom intends to remain with Windermere in Aberdeen and Ocean Shores.. “I love being in the business and am looking forward to continuing to be actively involved in real estate sales. I am not retiring. This gives me the ability to transition out of management, while remaining active in listing and sales of real estate. It is going to be a great opportunity for Travis and Jill.”
Quigg will continue to own the Ocean Shores office. “The Ocean Shores market is growing and this change will allow me to put a little more focus on that growth, while still serving my Aberdeen and Hoquiam clients.”
As for the Jelovichs, they are both natives of Aberdeen. Travis says, “This kind of an opportunity doesn’t come along very often, and we’re thrilled to take over a business as well established as the Windermere Aberdeen office. We have hoped for some time to re-establish our Harbor roots, and this will provide us that possibility.” Travis does not plan any operational changes in the foreseeable future. The office, staff and brokers will continue business as usual. The only change will be the name and owner. The company name will change to Windermere Real Estate Aberdeen.

Shelton, WA - Police investigated a possible robbery at knifepoint last night in Shelton, Lieutenant Les Watson tells us at about 9:26pm on May 21,2013 Shelton Police were dispatched to the 100 block of West Cota Street for a robbery in which the victim was reportedly stabbed.  Officers arrived on scene and made contact with the victim, a 53 year old male, who was conscious and alert.  The victim had a non-life threatening laceration to his right hip area for which he was ultimately transported to Mason General Hospital for treatment and released.  There are no suspects in custody.

 No further information is available at this time as this matter remains under investigation. 

Elma, WA - Just after 2:00 am Tuesday morning, deputies were called to a Domestic Violence situation at the Greenwood Mobile Home park just outside of Elma. A 55 year old woman said that her 49 year old live-in boyfriend had just punched her in the face. While responding, dispatchers could hear a male subject yelling in the background of the 911 call that he was going to harm the female.
When officers attempted to intervene, the man assaulted the officers by kicking and biting, he eventually was subdued but not before his 69 year old mother attempted to come to his aid and assaulted the officers as well. Both subjects were eventually arrested. The man was taken to Summit Pacific Hospital in Elma where he continued to yell profanities at the hospital staff. He was eventually booked into the Grays Harbor County Jail for Assault 3rd degree on the officers, Domestic Violence Assault 4th degree on his girlfriend, and resisting arrest.
The girlfriend received minor injuries from being hit in the face by the man. The officers’ injuries were also reported to be minor.
Chief Criminal Deputy Steve Shumate tells us the man from this assault was the subject of a death investigation back in 2006. In August of that year, deputies responded to an incident where then 43 year old Mallory Quinn had sustained severe burn injuries. This victim was the girlfriend to this man at the time and eventually died at Harbor View Medical Center as a result of the burns. The incident had occurred at a campfire on the D-line of Capitol Forest in Grays Harbor County. The man alleged that the female had poured fuel on several objects, including herself, due to an argument they were having. The female then sat next to the campfire and ended up catching on fire. There were no witnesses to this event. Investigators eventually submitted the case to the prosecutor’s office for review however charges were not filed.

DuPont, Wash. – In the wake of the massive tornados that touched down in Oklahoma this week, Better Business Bureau (BBB), the Washington State Attorney General’s Office (AGO) and the Secretary of State (SOS) are warning of opportunistic fraudsters. Cons follow the headlines and can easily create bogus charities under the guise of helping victims.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with all of those affected by this disaster,” said Robert W.G. Andrew, CEO of BBB serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington. “Everyone wants to do their part to help, but without being careful a meaningful donation can easily end up in the wrong hands.”

Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson joins the BBB in cautioning donors to exercise restraint before sending money.

“I join the Better Business Bureau in expressing sympathy to the families who’ve lost loved ones or their homes in this disaster,” said Attorney General Bob Ferguson. “I know many share my concerns and want to provide assistance right away—but it is important to exercise caution and make sure your money helps those who truly need it.”