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Lane Co. Sheriff's Office Update 4/28/2020:  The deceased in the crash that occurred on 4/23/2020 on Cedar Flat Road has been identified as 33 year old Darik Alan Kuta of North Carolina.   On 4/23/2020 at 3:28 p.m. the Lane County Sheriff's Office received a report of a single vehicle crash on Cedar Flat Road.  Deputies and McKenzie Fire and Rescue responded and located a Toyota Tacoma that had gone off the road into a tree and caught on fire.  The only occupant of the vehicle was pronounced deceased on scene.  It is unknown at this time why the vehicle left the roadway. The Lane County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death with the Lane County Medical Examiner's Office.  The identity of the deceased is not being released at this time as we work to notify next of kin.

Oregon State Police  On Monday, April 27, 2020, at approximately 11:14 A.M., an Oregon State Police Sergeant conducted a traffic stop on a 2019 Dodge Caravan, for several traffic violations, on Hwy 66 milepost 51 (near Keno, Oregon). The sergeant observed signs of criminal activity and a search of the vehicle was conducted. During the search, $236,090 in vacuum-sealed bags was discovered. The driver, Drew Miller (27) of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, was arrested and lodged in the Klamath County Jail on charges of Laundering a Monetary Instrument, Engaging in Financial Transaction in Property Derived from Unlawful Activity, Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Substance I (Amphetamines), Tampering with Evidence and Conspiracy. The Oregon State Police was assisted by the United States Department of Homeland Security – Homeland Security Investigations.

Sweet Home Fire Dist. This morning at 0650 am the Sweet Home Fire District responded to a structure fire at 1530 Tamarack Street space 29. Fire Crews found a manufactured home with heavy fire coming from 3 sides of the home.   The fire was reported by a passerby who attempted to alert the occupants. Fire crews located four deceased individuals inside of the structure.  A fire investigation is currently being conducted by Sweet Home Fire Investigators along with Sweet Home Police Department, Oregon State Fire Marshals Office, and Oregon State Police. 21 Firefighters from the Sweet Home Fire District Responded.

North Bend, Oregon Police Department On April 21, 2020, at approximately 7:36 P.M., North Bend Police dispatch received an anonymous tip regarding a possible stolen vehicle at Ashworth's Market on Sherman Avenue. North Bend Police Officers responded to Ashworth's Market and located the vehicle parked in front of the business. The vehicle was driven by a Patrick Donley. Donley and his female passenger were detained during the investigation. Officer Stark interviewed the suspects while Officer Carlson conducted a search of the vehicle.  Carlson located two hard zippered containers containing suspected methamphetamine and paraphernalia, as well as a loaded .40 caliber handgun. Officers, you are commended for your quick response and stellar police work in removing guns and drugs from our streets, as well as returning a stolen vehicle to its rightful owner!

Douglas Co. Government (Douglas County, Ore.)   The Douglas County Board of Commissioners officially reopened the Douglas County Courthouse today.  This is not to be confused with the letter sent to Oregon’s Governor last week from the five SW Oregon Counties requesting a Phase One Regional reopening. At this time, only County Government offices have been reopened.   The order to reopen Douglas County and the rest of Oregon can only come from the Oregon Governor. The reopening at the Douglas County Courthouse incorporates very strict social distancing procedures for county employees, as well as for the visiting public.   Your Commissioners continue to urge citizens to follow the Governor’s Executive Orders to ‘Stay Home, Save Lives.’   Click here to read the Courthouse Reopening press release from April 25.  For County Employees the following procedures have been put into place: daily temperature and cough screenings; minimize contact with public and fellow employees; maintain phy

Portland Police Bureau Extra resources from North Precinct, Traffic Division, Air Support Unit, Oregon State Police and Multnomah County Sheriff's Office patrolled North and Northeast Portland. Last night's directed patrol for April 26, 2020 resulted in 27 traffic stops, 10 traffic citations, 2 vehicles towed and 2 arrests. Individuals arrested: - Nicholas Murphy, 22, felony warrant for forgery in the first degree. - Ruben Gonzalez, 23, reckless driving These irresponsible driving practices can have a deadly outcome. There have been 12 Major Crash Team activations and 13 vehicular related fatalities this year. The Portland Police Bureau will continue its efforts in educating community members about the dangers of speed racing. This education will be conducted on our social media platforms and through one-on-one conversations with participants. But enforcement action will also continue against individuals who are suspected of committing crimes. The investigatory arm

Forest Grove Police On April 26, 2020 at about 8:20pm, Forest Grove officers with the assistance of the Cornelius Police Department, Washington County Sheriff's Office and the Hillsboro Police Department responded to an assault with a weapon in the 2200 Block of Kingwood Street. Upon arrival officers found an adult male with multiple stab wounds. The suspect had left the scene. Officers conducted a K-9 track and subsequently located the suspect, Zachary Ryan Blessing age 32, near the 2100 Block of Hawthorne Street. Blessing is a Forest Grove resident. The victim was transported to a metro area medical facility. Blessing was lodged at the Washington County Jail for Assault in the First Degree and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. There are no other suspects in this case. Officers are continuing to investigate the circumstance surrounding the incident.

Portland Police Bureau On April 26, 2020 at about 2:10 p.m. Portland Police responded to an assault in the 900 Block of Southwest 4th Avenue. Central Precinct Officers arrived and found an unconscious adult male lying face down on the sidewalk bleeding significantly from the head and face. The victim was transported by ambulance to a nearby hospital and treated for serious but non-life threatening injuries. Officers were alerted by witnesses the alleged suspect was across the street. The suspect was quickly detained. During the investigation it was learned the suspect punched the victims several times and shoved the victim to the ground. This resulted in the victim striking his head on the pavement. The suspect then proceeded to stomp the victim's head into the pavement with his boot. 25 year-old Christopher James Pfegl was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges of Assault in the Second Degree. The case was turned over to Assault Detectives who will

Oregon State Police  On April 24, 2020 Oregon State Police Fish and Wildlife Troopers and US Fish and Wildlife Service Officers responded to the Baskett Slough Wildlife Refuge near Coville Road in Polk County. Troopers and Officers located 17 Canadian Geese sick or dead on the refuge. OSP is requesting anyone with information regarding the sudden high mortality rate in this flock of geese to call OSP at 1-800-452-7888 or OSP and leave information for Trooper Boeholt. Report Wildlife and Habitat Law Violators  The TIP program offers preference point rewards for information leading to an arrest or issuance of a citation for the unlawful take/possession or waste of big game mammals. Preference Point Rewards: 5 Points-Bighorn Sheep 5 Points-Rocky Mountain Goat 5 Points-Moose 5 Points-Wolf 4 Points-Elk 4 Points-Deer 4 Points-Antelope 4 Points-Bear 4 Points-Cougar Or the Oregon Hunters Association TIP reward fund also offers cash rewards for informatio

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