10-30-2018

LYNDEN, Wash. — A Lynden man accused of numerous domestic violence charges on October 19 was arrested this weekend.

The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office says 62-year-old Gary Samuel Giles was booked on second and third degree rape charges, assault and more after a female victim received significant injuries at a Birch Bay home.

Giles is also accused of accessing images on her computer and stealing the SD card that contained them.

Sheriff Elfo stresses that help is available for anyone experiencing domestic violence, and if it’s someone you know you can also call contact Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services at 360-715-1563.