Marin County is grappling with the death of its chief probation officer, Marlon J. Washington, who died last Friday, according to a statewide probation association's End of Watch notice. The announcement has sparked an outpouring of condolences across California's probation community, even as officials have released few immediate details about the circumstances of his death.
In a post on X, the Chief Probation Officers of California published an "End of Watch - July 10, 2026" notice and extended condolences to Chief Washington's wife, Jennifer, his family, and the Marin County Probation Department, according to the Chief Probation Officers of California. San Mateo County Chief John Keene amplified the message by retweeting the notice.
End of Watch - July 10, 2026
— Chief Probation Officers of California | CPOC (@CAProbation) July 13, 2026
This is an immeasurable loss for our profession. Our thoughts and prayers are with Chief Washington’s wife, Jennifer, his family, the Marin County Probation Department, and all who knew and loved him during this incredibly difficult time.… pic.twitter.com/oT1wlP0XBG
Veteran Leader At The Helm Of Marin Probation
Marin County's Probation Department lists Marlon J. Washington as its Chief Probation Officer; he was appointed in July 2020 and continued to lead operations and community programs, according to the Marin County Probation Department. County records show Washington presiding over the Marin Community Corrections Partnership on June 17, and department news releases credit him with DUI compliance operations and the Career Explorer internship program.
Few Details, Many Tributes
As of today, Marin County had not posted a standalone obituary or press release with further details about Washington's death. Colleagues and other probation chiefs have shared condolences publicly online, and the county's public information contacts listed on probation pages are available for media inquiries. Hoodline will update this report when officials or family members release additional information.
