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Washington Co. District Attorney's Office HILLSBORO, Ore- On January 6, 2026, a Washington County jury found  Andrew Ross Alcante Jr., age 62,  guilty of sodomy in the first degree (two counts), attempted sodomy in the first degree, sexual abuse in the first degree (three counts), luring a minor, and using a child in display of sexually explicit conduct (two counts). Two of the counts fall under Jessica’s Law. Senior Deputy District Attorney Chris Lewman prosecuted this case before Judge Kathleen Proctor.   The defendant sexually abused two young children. The abuse came to light in December 2023, when one of the victims reported the abuse to a family member. The second victim came forward after the initial disclosure. Both victims were interviewed by medical experts at CARES Northwest, where they gave additional details.   After the third day of trial, the defendant returned home, where he overdosed on drugs. He survived but was hospitalized, causing a three-week de...

Washington Co. District Attorney's Office HILLSBORO, Ore- On December 5, 2025, a Washington County jury found Leo Gabonia, age 49, guilty of five sex abuse-related charges, including sodomy in the first degree, sexual penetration in the first degree, and sex abuse in the first degree. On December 18, 2025, Judge Janelle Wipper sentenced the defendant to 375 months in prison. Senior Deputy District Attorney Chris Lewman prosecuted this case.   The defendant was  first convicted on these charges in 2019 . The Oregon Court of Appeals ordered a retrial of this case.   Forest Grove Police first began investigating Mr. Gabonia in September of 2017 after the victim made disclosures of abuse to a family member. That family member then contacted police, who began the investigation.   The defendant was known to the family and used that connection to gain access to the victim. Police learned the abuse began two years prior to the disclosure, with inappropriate touching and kiss...

Oregon State Police Jefferson County, Ore. (Jan. 12, 2026)-  On Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 11:43 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a vehicle versus pedestrian crash on Highway 97, near milepost 101, in Jefferson County.   The preliminary investigation indicated a Ford Explorer, operated by James Edwin Legore (63) of Sandy (UT), was on the shoulder of the roadway and began to merge into the northbound lanes when it struck a pedestrian, Jared Elijah Cooper (38) of Madras, while reentering the highway.   The pedestrian (Cooper) was declared deceased at the scene.   The operator of the Ford (Legore) was reportedly uninjured.   The highway was impacted for approxiamtely five hours during the on-scene investigation. The cause of the crash is under investigation.   OSP was assisted by the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office and ODOT.

Oregon State Police Clatsop County, Ore. (Jan. 12, 2026)-  On Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 1:46 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Highway 26, near milepost 1, in Clatsop County.   The preliminary investigation indicated a westbound Subaru Forester, operated by Smith Ward Humphreys (47) of Warrenton, crossed into the eastbound lanes to pass westbound vehicles and struck an eastbound Toyota Rav4, operated by Daysy Vanesa Camarena (37) of Whittier (CA).   The operator of the Subaru (Humphreys) was declared deceased at the scene.   The operator of the Toyota (D. Camarena) and passenger, Joshua Zeke Camarena (33) of Whittier (CA), suffered reported serious injuries and were transported to an area hospital. The highway was impacted for approximately four hours during the on-scene investigation.    OSP was assisted by the Seaside Fire Department and ODOT.

Oregon State Police Jefferson County, Ore. (Jan. 12, 2026)-  On Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 11:43 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a vehicle versus pedestrian crash on Highway 97, near milepost 101, in Jefferson County.   The preliminary investigation indicated a Ford Explorer, operated by James Edwin Legore (63) of Sandy (UT), was on the shoulder of the roadway and began to merge into the northbound lanes when it struck a pedestrian, Jared Elijah Cooper (38) of Madras, while reentering the highway.   The pedestrian (Cooper) was declared deceased at the scene.   The operator of the Ford (Legore) was reportedly uninjured.   The highway was impacted for approxiamtely five hours during the on-scene investigation. The cause of the crash is under investigation.   OSP was assisted by the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office and ODOT.

Bandon Police Department  Chief Dhillon would like to inform the public regarding the increased law enforcement activity north of Bandon.  Bandon Police officers assisted in a pursuit involving a suspect wanted out of Lane County and the state of Washington. The pursuit ended when the suspect crashed North of Bandon and fled on foot. Multiple law enforcement agencies are currently canvassing the area in an active search for the suspect. The suspect, Marcquis White, age 33, is described as an African American male, last seen wearing a blue Nike jumpsuit. The suspect is possibly armed. Residents in the area are strongly advised to remain indoors and report any sightings or information immediately by calling 911. Please do not approach the suspect.

Clackamas County Sheriff's Office  A 47-year-old man in custody at Clackamas County Jail was found deceased in his cell on January 12, 2026, during morning meal service.  Around 7:15 a.m. on January 12, 2026, a deputy went to check on the man after he did not appear for breakfast. The deputy went into his cell and found the man unresponsive in his bed, and he appeared to be deceased.  Jail staff initiated standard medical response procedures, including attempted lifesaving measures and requesting emergency medical services to the jail. In accordance with standard protocol, the Clackamas County Interagency Major Crimes Team was activated to conduct a death investigation. The Clackamas County Medical Examiner also responded to the jail. At this time, the man’s death appears to be due to natural causes. Additional information will be released pending family notification and the Clackamas County Medical Examiner’s investigation.

Oregon State Police CLACKAMAS COUNTY, Ore. (12 January 2026)  – The Oregon State Police Fish and Wildlife Division is seeking the public’s assistance to identify the person(s) responsible for dumping salmon along the shoulder of Highway 224 east of SE Tong Road in Clackamas County.   The salmon were discovered by a nearby property owner around December 19, 2025.   Anyone with any information is asked to call the Turn-In-Poachers (TIP) line at 1-800-452-7888, *OSP (*677) from a mobile phone, or email  TIP@osp.oregon.gov . Please reference case number #SP25-517721. Report Wildlife and Habitat Law Violators The Turn In Poachers (TIP) program is a collaboration between the Oregon State Police, Oregon Hunters Association, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Oregon Wildlife Coalition, Oregon Outfitter and Guides Association, and the Oregon State Marine Board.   The TIP program offers preference point rewards for information leading to an arrest or issuance of a ci...

DCSO JAILVIEWER 164.215 - BURGLARY 2ND DEG  Level:   F 164.235 - POSSESSION OF BURGLAR TOOLS  Level:   M 164.245 - CRIMINAL TRESPASS 2ND DEG  Level:   M 475.752.3.B - UP CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE SCHEDULE II  Level:   F 164.365 - CRIMINAL MISCHIEF 1ST DEG  Level:   F 166.270B - FELON IN POSSESSION OF A RESTRICTED WEAPON  Level:   M 166.270B - FELON IN POSSESSION OF A RESTRICTED WEAPON  Level:   M 166.270B - FELON IN POSSESSION OF A RESTRICTED WEAPON  Level:   M

Oregon State Police Clackamas County, Ore. (Jan. 9, 2026)-  On Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Highway 26, near milepost 35, in Clackamas County. The preliminary investigation indicated a westbound Ford Escape, operated by Jacob Robert Brugman (29) of Vancouver (WA), was passing a Ford F-250, operated by Gary James Beebe (55) of Prineville, in a passing lane when the F-250 merged into the Escape as it passed. The contact caused the F-250 to lose control, crash through a guardrail, and roll down an embankement into trees. The Escape was able to stop after the vehicular contact.   The operator of the F-250 (Beebe) was declared deceased at the scene.   The operator of the Escape and passenger, Kassidy Brugman (27), were reportedly uninjured.   The highway was not impacted during the on-scene investigation.   OSP was assisted by the Hoodland Fire Department and ODOT.

U.S. Attorney's Office - District of Oregon PORTLAND, Ore.—A Portland woman pleaded guilty yesterday for engaging in sexual contact of an unaccompanied minor under the custody of the Office of Refugee Resettlement.   Teresa Valdovinos-Godinez, 34, pleaded guilty to abusive sexual contact.   According to court documents, between September 12, 2023, and October 8, 2023, Valdovinos-Godinez engaged in abusive sexual contact with an individual in federal custody while she was working as a counselor at Morrison Mi Futuro, a residential facility for unaccompanied minors in Portland.   On August 12, 2025, a federal grand jury in Portland returned an indictment charging Valdovinos-Godinez with abusive sexual contact.   Valdovinos-Godinez faces a maximum sentence of two years in prison, a $250,000 fine and one year of supervised release. She will be sentenced on April 2, 2026, before a U.S. District Court Judge.   As part of the plea agreement, Valdovinos-Godinez has agre...

Deschutes County Sheriff's Office Bend, Ore. –  On January 7, 2026, at 2:58 a.m., deputies with the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of suspicious circumstances at a property near Bowery Lane and Grandview Drive just north of Bend. Upon arrival, the body of Christi Mitchell, 43, was discovered. Deputies contacted Stephen Mitchell, 45, who was still on scene and took him into custody.   Following an initial interview and investigation, Stephen Mitchell was lodged at the Deschutes County Adult Jail and is facing several charges, including Murder in the Second Degree, Physical Tampering with Evidence, Reckless Burning, and Abuse of a Corpse.   The public may notice police presence near Deschutes Memorial Gardens on the north end of Bend as the investigation continues.   The Sheriff’s Office is being assisted by Oregon State Police, Bend Police Department, Redmond Police Department, Prineville Police Department, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, a...

Salem Police Dept. SALEM, Ore. -  Salem Police officers arrested a man on January 7, 2026, following a stabbing incident that occurred in the 4500 block of Commercial Street SE, in the parking lot of the former Rite Aid.     The incident took place at approximately 3:06 p.m., when officers responded to reports of a stabbing. Officers found a 48-year-old man, of Salem, standing with a group of individuals who had come to his aid.     The man had sustained two apparent stab wounds, one of which was to his abdomen. He was transported by Salem Fire medics to Salem Hospital, where he underwent surgery. The injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.     Witnesses identified Jonathon Loren Jones, 58, of Salem, as the suspect and directed officers to his tent near the front of the building, where Jones was located and arrested. During an interview with detectives from the Violent Crimes Unit, J...

Oregon State Police Lake County, Ore. (Jan. 8, 2026)-  On Monday, January 5, 2026, at 4:17 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single vehicle crash on Highway 140, near milepost 88, in Lake County. The preliminary investigation indicated a westbound Ford F-250, operated by Destiny Elizabeth Canaday (30) of Bly, lost control and rolled multiple times in the ditch after passing another vehicle. The operator was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected from the vehicle.   The operator of the Ford (Canaday) was declared deceased at the scene.   The highway was not impacted during the on-scene investigation. Speed and roadway conditions are considered primary factors in the cause of the crash.   OSP was assisted by Thomas Creek Fire, Lake County Sheriff's Office, and ODOT.

Oregon State Police Josephine County, Ore. (Jan. 8, 2026)-  On Tuesday, January 7, 2026, at 8:50 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single-vehicle crash on Highway 199, near milepost 10, in Josephine County.   The preliminary investigation indicated a northbound Toyota Tundra, operated by Marisha Lynn Trainor (52) of Eugene, reportedly swerved to miss a deer in the roadway, lost control, and rolled multiple times along the shoulder of the highway. The vehicle came to rest on it's roof.   The operator of the Toyota (Trainor) suffered reported minor injuries and was transported to an area hospital.   A passenger in the Toyota, Teddie Dianne Tibbets (47) of Selma, was declared deceased at the scene.   The highway was impacted for approximately one hour during the on-scene investigation. OSP was assisted by Grants Pass Fire, Rural Metro, and ODOT.

Salem Police Dept. SALEM, Ore.  -  On January 8, 2026, the Salem Police Special Investigations Unit arrested a man related to a menacing incident that occurred on December 29, 2025, on Knox Avenue near Edina Lane NE in the North East Salem Community Association neighborhood.     The victim, a 48-year-old man of Salem, reported that a man pulled up next to him in a red Kia Altima with no license plates while he was walking. During the encounter, the suspect allegedly pointed a firearm at the victim and stated he was affiliated with a gang. The victim described the firearm as a Glock-style handgun.     Patrol officers were able to identify Erickson Bossy, 23, of Salem, as a person of interest. The case was assigned to the Strategic Investigations Unit for follow-up. Detectives confirmed Bossy was the suspect and were granted a warrant.     On January 8, 2026, at approximately 12:30 PM, Salem SWAT served the wa...

Grants Pass Police Department  Kiaen Hintonsenter, 13-year-old male. Please help us locate Kiaen, who was last seen on January 7, 2026, at approximately 2:30 p.m.  He was last known to be at his residence. Kiaen is not believed to be in danger.   He is described as five-foot-four and 160pounds.  He has a right nose hoop piercing, and shaved eyebrows in the center of both. If you know the location of Kiaen, please contact your local law enforcement agency or the Grants Pass Police Department at 541-450-6260 and reference Grants Pass case #2026-726.

Multnomah Co. Sheriff's Office MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore. (MCSO) – Multnomah County Sheriff Nicole Morrisey O’Donnell issued the following statement in response to the  shooting in Portland’s Hazelwood neighborhood .   “The use of deadly force by law enforcement weighs heavily on all of us who serve.   I am monitoring the situation that occurred this afternoon in Southeast Portland. The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office was not involved in the shooting, nor were we on scene when it happened.   My thoughts are with those who were injured during this shooting, their families, and anyone who witnessed it.   Moments like this can create even greater fear and I recognize the weight of emotion our country and now our community is carrying right now.   This investigation is being conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.   The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office is here to keep people safe. This is a tense and emotional moment, but our commitment remains th...

Portland Police Bureau  Two people are in the hospital following a shooting involving federal agents. On Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 2:18 p.m., Portland Police Officers responded to the 10200 block of Southeast Main Street on a report of a shooting. Officers confirmed that federal agents had been involved in a shooting. Portland Police were not involved in the incident. At 2:24 p.m., officers received information that a man who had been shot was calling and requesting help in the area of Northeast 146 th  Avenue and East Burnside. Officers responded and found a male and female with apparent gunshot wounds. Officers applied a tourniquet and summoned emergency medical personnel. The patients were transported to the hospital. Their conditions are unknown. Officers have determined the two people were injured in the shooting involving federal agents. PPB officers have secured both scenes pending an investigation. East Burnside Street is closed westbound between Northeast 145 th ...