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Oregon State Police  - 09/24/18  On Friday, September 21, 2018 at approximately 1:35 P.M. Oregon State Police and emergency personnel responded to a two vehicle crash on Hwy 97 near milepost 275 - Main St. interchange. Investigation revealed that 2012 Dodge Durango, operated by Juan Gonzalez (29) of Klamath Falls was southbound on Hwy 97 when for unknown reasons crossed into the northbound lanes and collided with a 2004 Saturn Ion, operated by Meachelle Steele (44) of Klamath Falls. Steele sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.   Hwy 97 was closed for approximately 4 hours. OSP was assisted by the Klamath Falls Police Department, Klamath County Fire District 1 and ODOT.

Jackson Co. Sheriff's Office  - 09/24/18  ROGUE RIVER, Ore. – Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) deputies have released the name of the man who died in a motorcycle crash over the weekend.  Deputies say Adam Christopher Haupt, 23, of the 700-block of Covered Bridge Road, died when his 2008 Harley-Davidson motorcycle left the roadway in a curve and crashed into a concrete block wall.  On Friday, September 21, 2018, at 10:56 p.m., JCSO deputies responded to a report of a motorcycle crash in the 3500-block of East Evans Creek Road.  Passersby stopped to render aid shortly after the crash and called 911.  Haupt was found to be beyond help due to extensive injuries to his head and body.  The force of the crash had caused Haupt's helmet to come off.  Personnel from the Rogue River Police Department and Rogue River Fire District #1 assisted at the scene.  The roadway was closed for approximately three hours while deputies investigated the crash.   Deputies are unsure whether

Douglas Co. Sheriff's Office  - 09/24/18 GLIDE, Ore. -  A Glide man was arrested on Friday following a sex crimes investigation.  The Sheriff's Office received a report that 42 year-old Jamie Todd Adams had sexually molested a child known to him. Through the course of the investigation, deputies developed probable cause for Adams' arrest. Deputies met with Adams and he was taken into custody and lodged at the Douglas County Jail on the following charges:  Rape 1st Degree (A Felony) Sodomy 1st Degree (A Felony) Sex Abuse 1st Degree (B Felony)

Portland Police Bureau  - 09/24/18  Members of the Special Emergency Reaction Team (SERT) and Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT) continue to search for two suspects believed to be involved in a home invasion robbery that occurred Monday, September 24, 2018, at 4:49 a.m., at a residence in the 8600 block of North Foss Avenue. Officers responded to the location of the robbery on North Foss Avenue and learned a suspect entered the home, displayed a handgun and threatened the occupants of the location. After the suspect obtained an item from the location, he exited the location and was seen leaving in a Jeep. Officers provided a description of the suspect's vehicle to responding officers. As an officer searched the area, he located a Jeep that matched the suspect vehicle description. As the officer followed the Jeep, the driver stopped the vehicle in a driveway of a location in the 7100 block of North Chase Avenue. The officer provided the occupants of the vehicle directions, but the oc

Crime Stoppers of Oregon  - 09/24/18  The Portland Police Bureau, in cooperation with Crime Stoppers of Oregon, is asking for the public's help to solve a 2015 homicide. On Wednesday September 23, 2015, at 8:34 p.m., North Precinct officers responded to the area of Northeast 15th Avenue and Buffalo Street after multiple reports of gunfire in the area. Officers arrived in the area and located a vehicle occupied with two gunshots victims. Medical personnel responded to the scene and transported a 41-year-old female victim from the scene with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. 30-year-old Stephen Dwayne McCorvey Jr. died at the scene. The Oregon State Medical Examiner determined that McCorvey died as a result of the shooting. At this time, there is no suspect information. Crime Stoppers of Oregon offers cash rewards of up to $2,500 for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in any unsolved felony crime and tipsters can remain anonymous. Information learne

Beaverton Police Department 9/24/18 On September 7, 2018 Beaverton Police Detectives arrested 30-year-old Ryan Mutchler. Mutchler had a text message conversation, over several days with an undercover detective, which outlined Mutchler’s desires to have a sexual relationship with a 14-year-old girl. Mr. Mutchler was taken to Washington County Jail and charged with Online Sexual Corruption of a Minor in the Second Degree and Luring a Minor. Beaverton Police Department was  informed of Mr. Mutchler’s potential behavior by alert parents who monitored their child’s cell phone use. Mr. Mutchler met the victim at a joint church camp between June 24th and June 30, 2018. Mutchler was a youth pastor at Mountain Park Church in Lake Oswego and he assisted with the Aloha High School marching band program on a short-term basis. Beaverton Police Department believes there is a potential for more victims given Mr. Mutchler’s work with youth. Any additional victims or anyone with information reg

Deschutes Co. Sheriff's Office  - 09/23/18 On September 23, 2018, at approximately 1300 hours, 911 Dispatch received a call that a hiker had fallen while walking, on the trail, near Lewis Glacier, near South Sister. The injury prevented the hiker from continuing down the trail without assistance from Deschutes County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue Volunteers.  Four DCSO SAR Volunteers were transported by Air Link to the top of South Sister and walked approximately 0.5 mile down the scree slope to evaluate the injured hiker. An additional four DCSO SAR Volunteers hiked from the Devil's Lake Trailhead to meet up with the other Volunteers. DCSO SAR Volunteers assisted the injured Hiker into their wheeled litter and hiked approximately 1.5 miles to an area where Air Link was able to safely land. The injured Hiker was transported by Air Link to St. Charles for further evaluation for non life threatening injuries.  The DCSO SAR Volunteers were assisted by several hikers

Silverton Fire Dist.  - 09/23/18   The Silverton Fire District responded on a grass and brush fire this evening at the 16000 block of Stormy Dr. East of Silverton. The fire threatened several structures and required fire equipment and personnel from six fire agencies in order to stop the blaze. The fire was running fast through high grass, brush and trees as the first unit arrived which prompted additional alarms. High winds and dry conditions allowed the fire to spread fast. If  firefighters not been able to put as much equipment and personnel on the fire, it likely would have spread to structures and dense timber nearby. The property owner was treated on scene by medics for smoke inhalation.    The fire was caused by the property owner trying to burn out a Yellow Jacket nest using lighter fluid. This is the second grass/brush fire in Stormy Dr. and Silver Falls Hwy area that has been started when property owners have tried to burn out Yellow Jackets. The property owner was cited

Medford Police Dept.  - 09/23/18  On 09-23-18 at approximately 0855 hours Medford Police responded to the Peach St Market (located at 424 S Peach St, Medford) for a reported armed robbery. The male suspect entered the store with a handgun, pointed it at the clerk and demanded money. The suspect then fled the store with an undisclosed amount of cash. Medford Police Officers responded to the scene but did not locate the suspect.  The suspect is described as a light skinned Black Male Adult, 6'00 with a medium to heavy build. He was armed with a black semi-automatic pistol.

Junction City Police  - 09/23/18  In July of 2018 the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), Oregon State Police, and the Junction City Police Department received reliable information that Anthony Joseph Johnson, 37, was manufacturing explosive devices at his residence, located at 420 Kalmia St. in Junction City. At 11:21 A.M. on Monday, September 17, 2018 neighbors summoned Junction City Police Officers to the Johnson residence on a report of a domestic disturbance between Johnson and the female who resides at the house with him.  Upon arrival it was determined that Johnson had rushed the female with a hatchet then drove the hatchet through the windshield of her vehicle.  The female was referred to a domestic violence resource organization to help ensure her safety.  Attempts were made to contact and interview Johnson; however, he barricaded himself in his residence and refused to come out.  Based upon the information law enforcement had gained since July regar

Gresham Police Dept  - 09/22/18  Gresham, Ore.— Gresham Police is asking for any witnesses of a Sept. 21 hit and run to come forward. Yesterday around 9:21 p.m., police responded to a collision involving a car and a pedestrian on NE Hogan Dr. south of SE Stark St. Police arrived on scene and found that the pedestrian was seriously injured. The involved vehicle had fled the scene. Police learned that the pedestrian had been crossing NE Hogan Dr. and not in a crosswalk when he was struck by a black four door sedan. He was transported to the hospital with serious injuries. The vehicle was last seen fleeing southbound on NE Hogan Dr. Anyone who witnessed or has information about the collision is asked to call the Gresham Police at 503.618.2719.

DCSO Jailviewer 9/22/18 163.427 - SEX ABUSE 1ST DEG 163.405 - SODOMY 1ST DEG 163.375 - RAPE 1ST DEG

FBI - Oregon  - 09/22/18 William Gregory Douglas, age 35, of Cave Junction, Oregon, is tentatively set to make his initial appearance before a federal magistrate judge on Monday, September 24, 2018, on charges that he threatened employees of YouTube. FBI Agents arrested Douglas outside a convenience store in Cave Junction on Thursday, September 20, 2018, without incident.  According to the criminal complaint filed in this case, Douglas started making threats online on August 23, 2018, using the alias "LiamXmaiLRevolutionX". The criminal complaint alleges that Douglas posted a series of tweets that included language such as "I would kill the 100 YouTube employees," "you want a bigger mass casualty aka shooting let's see what I can do," and "return my channel you low life Sholes before someone else comes and shoots more of your employees." On September 17, 2018, LiamXmaiLRevolutionX posted a message to @SusanWojcicki: “Susan I'm coming f

Bend Police Dept.  - 09/22/18 On September 15th, the Bend Police Department received several reports of a white passenger car with multiple people inside shooting paintball guns at other vehicles, people and property. The reports continued into September 16th with no other reported incidents after September 16th. Based on the vast amount of reporting, the similar suspect vehicle description and the concern to the livability of the community inside Bend, and just outside the city limits, the Bend Police established a small task force to investigate the rash of incidents. This task force, consisting of patrol officers and detectives with the Bend Police Department, spent several hours a day from Saturday through September 20th putting information together to identify suspects. Bend Police found the suspect vehicle was unique, as it was described as a white Hyundai hatchback with dark markings on it. Checking social media, a similar vehicle was identified as belonging to Zachary Ri

Portland Police Bureau  - 09/21/18  On Wednesday, September 19, 2018, Portland Police Bureau Street Crime Unit officers arrested 48-year-old Jeremy J. McKinley at Dawson Park, located at 2949 North Williams Avenue. This investigation occurred while officers were performing an investigation regarding illegal drugs. During the investigation, officers learned McKinley was reportedly selling illegal drugs in Dawson Park. Officers located and contacted McKinley seated in the park. He was taken into custody without incident. After officers placed McKinley in handcuffs, they searched him and located and seized a firearm and illegal drugs, presumably identified as cocaine. McKinley was lodged at the Multnomah County Jail on charges of Delivery of Cocaine within 1000 feet of a School, Delivery of Cocaine, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Possession of Cocaine, and Unlawful Possession of Firearm. McKinley has since been released from the Multnomah County Jail.

Portland Police Bureau  - 09/21/18  In January 2018, 25-year-old Cody Oller was killed in a shooting in Northeast Portland's Fernhill Park. Oller's father has pledged a reward of $30,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for Oller's death. This investigation started on Monday, January 8, 2018, at 9:32 p.m., when North Precinct officers responded to the report of gunfire at Fernhill Park, located at 6010 Northeast 37th Avenue. Officers arrived in the area and located Oller lying on the ground inside the park. Responding emergency medical personnel determined that Oller was deceased. The Oregon State Medical Examiner later determined that Oller's death was the result of a gunshot wound and ruled the death a homicide. There is no suspect information in this case. Anyone with information about Oller's death is asked to contact Detective Scott Broughton at 503-823-3774 or  Scott.Broughton@portlandoregon.gov . To b

Jackson Co. Sheriff's Office  - 09/21/18  Eagle Point, Oregon – Matthew Thayer Graves – DOB 5/23/85, of Eagle Point died after a physical confrontation with Eagle Point Police Officers. On Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at 8:42 p.m., an Eagle Point Police Officer contacted Graves near the Carl’s Jr. Restaurant in Eagle Point. The contact continued into the restroom of the restaurant where a struggle ensued.  A second Officer arrived to assist with taking Graves into custody.  The Officers continued to struggle with Graves and shots were fired.  Graves was pronounced dead at the scene. One of the officers involved sustained minor injuries. Detectives with the Major Assault and Death Investigative Unit, which was comprised of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, the Oregon State Police, the Medford Police Department, the Ashland Police Department, and the Jackson County District Attorney’s Office, responded to the scene and assumed the investigation. An autopsy is scheduled for

Deschutes Co. Sheriff's Office  - 09/21/18 Bend, OR – A Bend man was arrested for Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Pointing a Firearm at Another, Recklessly Endangering and Reckless Driving after a “road rage” incident on Highway 20 W in the Tumalo area of Bend. On September 20, 2018 at 4:30PM, Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Deputies responded to 911 reports of a white Chevrolet Suburban driving eastbound on Highway 20 west at Dayton Rd. Deschutes 911 was told by victims that the driver, Hawkens Mclean Hazelton, age 22 of Bend, Oregon, was pointing a gun at other drivers. The investigation revealed that Hazelton was driving recklessly on Highway 20 W and began challenging other drivers to fight with hand gestures, physical threats and dangerous driving, all to intimidate the other drivers. At one point during the incident, Hazelton began pointing a 9mm semi-automatic pistol out of the Suburban windows towards another driver. No shots were fired and no injuries were sustained. A Be

Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue  - 09/20/18  At 6:45 a.m. this morning, multiple callers to 9-1-1 reported dark smoke and flames coming from one side of a duplex located in the 9000 block of SW 91st Avenue in unincorporated Washington County close to Tigard.  Firefighters responding to the scene could see a plume of smoke. The first crew from TVF&R’s Progress fire station arrived within four minutes of being dispatched and quickly began to douse flames while searching for a female occupant who was known to be inside. Sadly, when they found her, she was already dead. Due to privacy rules, we are unable to release the fire victim’s name.  The 69-year-old woman who lost her life resided in the home with her brother. Though he was able to escape the home, he was treated for smoke inhalation and transported by Metro West Ambulance to an area hospital. The occupant of the neighboring unit was unharmed but will be displaced due to smoke and water damage. A TVF&R chaplain is

Oregon State Police  - 09/19/18 Investigation revealed  that a red 1999 Mercury Sable, operated by a 17 year old female, was southbound on HWY 99W behind a box truck. A John Deere tractor, operated by Christopher Current, age 49, of McMinnville, was on Mineral Springs Rd attempting to turn left to go northbound on HWY 99W.  After the box truck made a right turn on to Mineral Springs Rd, the tractor entered the intersection colliding with front passenger side of the Mercury Sable. The front passenger of the Mercury Sable, a 17 year old male, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. The third occupant of the Mercury Sable, a 16 year old male, along with the driver, were transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. OSP was assisted by McMinnville Police Department,  McMinnville Fire Department and ODOT.

Jackson Co. Sheriff's Office  - 09/19/18  S WHITE CITY, Ore. – An arrest in White City caps off a three-month investigation into theft and fraud.  Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) detectives say a woman stole mail from at least 100 people and used personal and financial information to steal identities and make fake checks.   On Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 9:59 a.m., Amanda Marie Sims, 36, was arrested in White City.  She was lodged in jail on 100 counts of mail theft, six counts of identity theft, six counts of forgery, and one count of criminal possession of a forgery device.  Bail at lodging was $847,500. The case began on June 22 when a woman attempted to cash a forged check at a White City convenience store.  Deputies traced the check back to Sims.  On July 1, deputies served a search warrant at Sims’ residence.  They found stolen mail and equipment used to make or alter checks.  JCSO detectives continued the investigation, which included obtaining bank recor

Washington Co. Sheriff's Office  - 09/19/18  Deputies serving the City of Cornelius have continued to investigate the circumstances surrounding the dumping of half a dilapidated mobile home in the parking lot of Echo Shaw Elementary School on Saturday. Deputies received dozens of tips from the public regarding a Craigslist advertisement posted on September 13 from an individual in Yamhill offering to pay $1,000 to have a mobile home hauled away from his property. Deputies also received information about numerous public sightings of a white truck towing the mobile home northbound on Highway 47 between Yamhill and Cornelius. When deputies contacted the seller, they learned a man had responded to the ad and hauled away half of the mobile home. That half was later found dumped at the school. He told the seller he would return and haul away the second half at a later time. He also told the seller he planned to convert the mobile home into small housing units in Portland. On Monday

Oregon State Police  - 09/18/18  Oregon State Police and emergency personnel are on scene of a motor vehicle crash involving a tractor on Hwy 99W near mile post 33 - approximately 1 mile south of Lafayette. There is one confirmed fatality. ODOT has set up a detour in the area but delays and intermittent closures should be expected. This crash occurred on 9/18/18 at approximately 8:15 AM.  

FBI - Oregon  - 09/19/18 The FBI and Cottage Grove Police Department are asking for the public's help identifying a man who attempted to rob a Wells Fargo Bank branch on Monday, September 17th. This branch is located inside the Safeway store at 1500 E. Main Street, Cottage Grove. At approximately 4:40 pm, the man approached the teller desk and demanded cash. Once the bank employees triggered the alarm, the man got spooked and left before police arrived. Witnesses described him as: Race: White Age: Mid to late 30's Height: 6'0" Weight: 175 pounds Eyes: Blue Hair: Blond Facial hair: May have light beard/mustache Clothing: Baseball-style hat with the word "Alaska" on it, white short sleeved shirt over a long-sleeved black shirt, and khaki shorts over black sweat pants The wanted flyer for this suspect can be seen on the FBI's Bank Robbery website at  https://bankrobbers.fbi.gov/robbers-container/2018-09-18.5004412284 Anyone with information abo

Portland Police Bureau  - 09/19/18  On Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 6:24 p.m., North Precinct officers arrested 25-year-old Luke J. Andrade at Overlook Park, located at 3515 North Interstate Avenue. Andrade was arrested in connection with the theft of a kitten. This investigation began on Tuesday, September 17, 2018, at 11:00 a.m., when a North Precinct officer responded to Pixie Project, located at 510 Northeast Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, on the report that a man had entered the location and stole a kitten. Based on information gathered during the investigation, officers learned the suspect entered the Pixie Project on Monday, September 16, 2018, at 6:24 p.m., while the non-profit was closed but volunteers were tending to cats and kittens. The suspect entered through an un-locked door and grabbed a kitten and left the location. Community members contacted officers on Tuesday and provided information about the identity of the suspect and his whereabouts. Based on this infor

Medford Police Dept.  - 09/17/18  UPDATE On September 15, 2018 Medford Police investigators received information that homicide suspect, Jesse Allen, was inside a residence in the 700 block of Linn Rd, Eagle Point. The Medford Police SWAT Team surrounded the residence and Allen surrendered without incident. He was interviewed by investigators and subsequently lodged at the Jackson County Jail. He has been charged with Murder. The weapon believed to have been used in the homicide has been recovered.  The victim has been identified as 21 year old, KayLynn Klosterman. An autopsy will be performed by the Oregon State Medical Examiners Office on September 18, 2018. Please refer to Jackson County District Attorney's office for additional information.   ______________________________________________________________________ Medford Police Case #: 18-18718 On September 14, 2018 at 2:30pm, Medford Police officers responded to the 3000 Block of Arrowhead Drive, after a repor

Douglas County Jailviewer 9/16/18 164.135 - UNAUTHORIZED USE MOTOR VEHICLE 811.140 - RECKLESS DRIVING 811.182.4 - DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED OR REVOKED DWS 811.540.3.A - ATTEMPT TO ELUDE POLICE OFFICER - VEHICLE OFFENSE

Oregon State Police  - 09/16/18  On September 15, 2018 at approximately 1:10pm Oregon State Police, McMinnville PD, Yamhill Co. S.O., Amity PD, and ODOT responded to a two vehicle head on collision on HWY 18 near Milepost 48. Preliminary investigation revealed that a silver 2001 Pontiac Grand Am driven by Joseph Hawkins (19) of Salem, with no passengers, was traveling eastbound when he crossed into the westbound lanes hitting a 2005 Subaru Legacy head on. Hawkins sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the Subaru, Roger Verdier (70) of Vancouver, WA. was transported to Willamette Valley Medical Center with serious injuries.  His two passengers, Mary Verdier (59) of Vancouver,WA. and Susan Heffel (60) of McMinnville, both sustained fatal injuries and were pronounced deceased at the scene. The reason Hawkins entered the oncoming lanes is unknown at this time.  Oregon State Police and emergency personnel are on scene of a fatal ve

Oregon State Police  - 09/15/18  On September 13, 2018, Oregon State Police Detectives arrested Blake V. Northway, age 55 of Medford, on multiple counts of Sodomy. Northway is a Deportation Officer with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) assigned to the Medford office. The arrest is a result of a joint investigation between the Oregon State Police and ICE - Office of Professional Responsibility.   “U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement hold its officers to the highest standards of professional conduct and does not tolerate those who violate the law, said ICE Public Affairs Officer Tanya Roman.  ICE will continue to cooperate until this case has been resolved. “ Northway has been relieved of all authority and will be placed on leave pending the results of the criminal investigation. Northway was lodged in the Jackson County Jail.   These charges are not related to Northway’s position with ICE. 

Gresham Police Dept  - 09/15/18  Gresham, Ore.— Gresham Police arrest suspect of a shooting that struck three homes and a business. Yesterday around 5:15 p.m., police responded to the report of shots heard in the area of NE 188th Ave. and NE Glisan St. Officers then located shell casings at the location. During the shooting, three occupied homes and a business were struck. Fortunately, no one was injured. Police say a black van or SUV with tinted windows and a broken rear or side window may be involved. At approximately 6:30 p.m., officers located a similar vehicle which immediately fled. After a vehicle pursuit, the occupants ran on foot. Following a short foot pursuit, officers were able to take 18-year-old Ny’Shaun Edwards and 18-year-old Niko Thomas into custody. After further investigation, Edwards was charged with attempted murder, unlawful use of a weapon, attempt elude in a vehicle, attempt elude on foot, reckless driving, and two counts of hit and run. Thomas was charged w

Medford Police Dept.  - 09/15/18 Medford Police Case #: 18-18718 On September 14, 2018 at 2:30pm, Medford Police officers responded to the 3000 Block of Arrowhead Drive, after a report of several gunshots being heard from inside of an apartment and a male subject observed running from the location. Officers entered the residence and located an adult female deceased inside. The victim sustained multiple gunshot wounds. Medford Police detectives are investigating this incident as a Homicide and have identified 20 year old, Jesse Allen, as the suspect. He has not yet been located. The motive and events leading up to the shooting remain under investigation. Allen is described as a white male adult, 5’8” tall and 150 lbs. He has blonde hair and blue eyes but may have a shaved head. He has several tattoos on both arms and very distinct tattoos on his neck that display the letters “TVS” in block lettering. Allen is believed to be driving a white 2013 Toyota Corolla with tinted win

Douglas Co. Sheriff's Office  - 09/15/18  GLIDE, Ore. -  Two men lost their lives Friday night in a serious crash on Little River Road.  Emergency dispatchers received multiple 9-1-1 calls reporting a crash in the 2300-block of Little River Road at about 9:00 pm.  Deputies along with fire and EMS personnel responded to find a 2004 Mazda M3 sedan which had significant damage and struck a tree.  An investigation revealed the vehicle was being operated by 20 year-old Cody James Scheler of Glide. Both Scheler and his 21 year-old passenger, Isaac Alan Hartwick of Roseburg, were pronounced deceased at the scene. Deputies are continuing their investigation and believe speed is a contributing factor. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Sheriff's Office at 541-440-4471, referencing case number 18-4106. Glide Fire Department, Douglas County Fire District #2, Bay Cities Ambulance, and REACH Air Ambulance.

Oregon State Police  - 09/14/18  On Friday September 14, 2018 at about 4:30 pm, Oregon State Police along with the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene of a two vehicle crash on Highway 97 near Odem Avenue, south of Terrebonne.  The investigation revealed that a black 2008 Harley Davidson motorcycle, operated by 68 year old Terrebonne resident Robert Constant, had been traveling northbound when traffic congestion forced vehicles in front of him to slow.  Constant lost control of the motorcycle and laid it down while attempting to stop.  The motorcycle slid and crashed into a green 1995 Geo Metro, operated by 51 year old Culver resident Traci Sauls, who sustained minor injury. Constant was transported by ground ambulance to a Redmond Area Hospital and then was transported via air ambulance to a Bend Area Hospital.  Constant was pronounced deceased at the hospital as a result of injuries sustained in the crash.  Speed and following distance are believed to be

Gresham Police Dept  - 09/14/18 Gresham, Ore. – Gresham Police is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 39-year-old man last seen on Sept. 11. Richard Perez left his Gresham residence to go to the store and left behind his wallet and cell phone. His family is worried about his well-being. Perez has a shaved head, brown eyes, is approximately 5-feet-11-inches tall and 185 pounds. He drives a spray painted dark blue 1982 Datsun Pickup. Anyone who knows of Perez’ whereabouts is encouraged to call the non-emergency police dispatch line at 503.823.3333.

Douglas Co. Sheriff's Office  - 09/14/18  IDLEYLD PARK, Ore. -  The body of 23 year-old Brian Lewinstein of Berkeley, California was recovered from Toketee Falls late Thursday night.  Lewinstein fell into the first pool at Toketee Falls after crossing a safety fence to take a photograph from above the falls on Sunday, August 12, 2018. A large scale search and rescue mission was performed by members of Douglas County Search and Rescue in the days and weeks following the initial response.  On Thursday, September 13, 2018, at about 5:45 pm, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office received a call reporting two hikers observed Lewinstein's body in the second pool of the falls. Deputies along with Search and Rescue personnel immediately responded to perform a recovery mission, which included steep angle rappelling. At approximately 10:00 pm, mountain rescue personnel brought Lewinstein's body back to the trail.  The Douglas County Medical Examiner's Office has posi

Jackson Co. Sheriff's Office  - 09/14/18 MEDFORD, Ore. – A former classroom volunteer arrested for sexually abusing two kindergarten students is headed to prison.  Jerry Duane Lodge, 72, pleaded guilty to two counts of first degree sexual abuse in Jackson County Circuit Court on Thursday, September 13, 2018. As part of a negotiated settlement, Lodge received a sentence of 75 months in prison, without the possibility of early release due to Measure 11 sentencing guidelines.  He has been lodged in the Jackson County Jail since his arrest on December 9, 2017. Jackson County Sheriff’s Office detectives arrested Lodge after investigating a report that Lodge sexually abused a 5-year-old girl while volunteering at Lower Table Rock Elementary School in White City.  Detectives later learned of a second victim in the class.  A grand jury indicted Lodge on charges related to the abuse of both girls.  During an interview with detectives, Lodge confirmed both girls’ claims that he touched

U.S. Attorney's Office - District of Oregon  - 09/12/18  PORTLAND, Ore. – Nicholas James Stacy, 24, of Clackamas, Oregon, made an initial appearance today in federal court before U.S. Magistrate Judge Stacie F. Beckerman. He was ordered detained pending trial. The court unsealed a criminal complaint alleging Stacy possessed in excess of 9,000 videos and 20,000 images depicting child pornography on his iPhone and uploaded at least 94 files containing child pornography to his Gmail account. Stacy’s online activities were first identified by Google and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Stacy was arrested by the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office on September 11, 2018 and the investigation is being conducted jointly with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). HSI and the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office offer this advice to concerned community members: Parents who have a child who may have come in contact wit