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Oregon State Police On Thursday, July 23, 2020 at approximately 9:04 P.M., a Trooper from the Central Point Area Command stopped a 2020 GMC Terrain SUV for failure to signal a lane change (multiple occasions) on Interstate 5 northbound near milepost 19.  During the traffic stop, the Trooper conducted a probable cause search of the vehicle after a positive alert to the odor of controlled substances by an OSP drug detection K-9. The probable cause search revealed approximately 8 pounds of methamphetamine concealed in the vehicle.  Troopers also located an additional 16 grams of methamphetamine, along with drug paraphernalia in the vehicle.    The driver was identified as Erica L. Rust (29) from Salem, Oregon and passenger identified as Patricia Cardenas (54) from Keizer, Oregon.  Ms. Rust and Ms. Cardenas were lodged in the Jackson County Jail for Unlawful Possession and Delivery of Methamphetamine. Ms. Rust was also lodged on an outstanding warrant for Theft in the Second Degree iss

Oregon State Police  On Sunday, July 26, 2020 at approximately 7:07 P.M. Oregon State Police responded to the report of a motorcycle crash, which occurred on State Route 34 near mile post 14 in Lincoln County. Preliminary investigation revealed a gray 2012 Ducati motorcycle, operated by Kenneth Robert KEARNEY (51) of Waldport, was westbound negotiating a sweeping left turn when, for an unknown reason, the vehicle went off the westbound shoulder.  The motorcycle came to an uncontrolled rest in the roadside brush.  Kearney was ejected off the motorcycle during the crash.  Kearney sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased. One lane of SR 34 was closed for approximately three hours.  OSP was assisted by Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Central Coast Fire Department, Seal Rock Fire Department, PacWest Ambulance and ODOT Incident Response.

Washington Co. Sheriff's Office On Saturday, July 25, 2020, at 2:04 a.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a single-vehicle crash on SW River Rd, South of SW Farmington Rd. A single-vehicle had left the road and struck a tree. Deputies arrived and found that a single vehicle had been traveling South on SW River Rd. at a high rate of speed. The vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree. The driver, 23-year-old Edelmir Mata- Garcia, suffered minor injuries in the crash and was transported to OHSU. The passenger, 24-year-old Carlos Gonzalez-Tapia was pronounced dead at the scene . Deputies suspect that Mr. Mata-Garcia had consumed alcohol and was driving at a high rate of speed. They believe he lost control of his vehicle and crashed into a tree, killing his passenger. After investigating the crash and the suspicion of DUII, deputies arrested Mr. Mata-Garcia for Manslaughter in the 2nd degree, DUII, and Reckless Driving. He was lodged at the Washington

U.S. Attorney's Office - District of Oregon Charges include assaulting federal officers, arson, and damaging government property PORTLAND, Ore.—U.S. Attorney Billy J. Williams announced today that 18 people have been arrested and are facing federal charges this week for their roles in recent weeknight protests at the Mark O. Hatfield U.S. Courthouse in Portland. According to court documents, since May 26, 2020, protests in downtown Portland have been followed by nightly criminal activity including assaults on law enforcement officers, destruction of property, looting, arson, and vandalism. The Hatfield Federal Courthouse has been a nightly target of vandalism during evening protests and riots, sustaining extensive damage. U.S. Marshals Service deputies and officers from the Federal Protective Service, Homeland Security Investigations, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection working to protect the courthouse have been subjected to nightly threats and assaults from demonst

Lane Co. Sheriff's Office The Lane County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance locating missing man Gordon Sage.  Gordon was last seen this morning at approximately 4:00 a.m.  When family went to check on him at 8:00 a.m. he was missing, along with the family's 2011 white Chevrolet Impala (Oregon plate 645 FFM).  Gordon hasn't driven in over a year and may be suffering from some dementia.  Gordon is also overdue for his daily medication.   Gordon is described as standing 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing approximately 200 pounds with white hair and hazel eyes. Gordon has ties in the Portland and Bend area, but it is unknown at this time which direction he may have gone.   The Lane County Sheriff's Office is asking anyone who has seen Gordon or his white Chevrolet Impala to call 541-682-4150 then press 1 and reference case # 20-4912.

Oregon Military Department PORTLAND, Ore .  - Members of the Oregon National Guard paid honors to a fellow service member, Private First Class Alexander B. Klass as his remains were returned home to Oregon with an honor flight and funeral procession from the Portland International Airport (PDX) to McMinnville. He was deployed with the 162nd Infantry Regiment at Camp Novo Selo, Kosovo, during the time of his death on July 4, 2020. Pfc. Klass will be laid to rest during a graveside memorial service on Sunday, July 26.  His awards and decorations include the Army Commendation Medal, the Army Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, the Armed Forces Reserve Medal with “M” device, the Army Service Ribbon, the Overseas Service Ribbon, the NATO Medal, the Oregon Meritorious Service Medal, and Oregon Superior Soldier Ribbon. Released Imagery Still Photos: 200723-Z-CH590-0167: Maj. Gen. Michael Stencel, Adjutant General, Orego

Lincoln City Police On Wednesday, July 22, 2020, at about 11:25 PM, Lincoln City Police Officers responded to a reported suspicious person call in the southwest 3800 block of Hwy 101. It was reported that a man was walking along Hwy 101 while carrying several surf boards. Officers located the man and identified him as 29-year-old Christian M. Berry of California and Hawaii, carrying several surf boards. When asked, Berry said he found the surf boards.  During the subsequent investigation, officers saw that the surfboards still had price stickers on them and that he was wearing two hats on his head. In addition Berry had a wetsuit tied around his waist that still had tags on it. Berry was also found to be in possession of an acoustic guitar, wax, board fins, and other items, many price tag marked and surf related. Other officers began checking the area and found the Zuhg surf shop located at 3219 SW Hwy 101, sold hats similar to the hats Berry was wearing. Examining the exterior o

Marion Co. Sheriff's Office On July 22nd, 2020, at shortly after 7:00 pm a caller reported a swimmer in distress in the Willamette Slough, near Riverfront Park in Salem.  The Salem Police Department and Salem Fire Department responded to the scene and began an initial search for the missing swimmer.  Marion County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue was requested to respond to help coordinate search efforts.  After original attempts to locate the swimmer were unsuccessful, the search was suspended for the night just after 10:00 pm. Search efforts resumed this morning, July 23rd, at approximately 6:00 am.  The victim was finally located by divers from the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office a few minutes after 2:30 pm.  The victim has been identified as, Troy Bowdish, 18, of Dallas. The search operation for Mr. Bowdish included 6 watercraft, divers, a UAV, and over 25 personnel from multiple agencies.  The Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the Salem Police Department, Sale

Jackson Co. Sheriff's Office Case #20-14059 Update on Deputy Involved Shooting The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office has not yet publicly identified the suspect who was shot by deputies on Tuesday night. Because the suspect has not been charged at this time and the investigation is still active, the release of his name will be delayed. The Sheriff’s Office has released some further details about the incident. JCSO deputies responded to the parking lot of the White City Dairy Queen regarding a request from a detective assigned to M.A.D.G.E., Medford Area Drug and Gang Enforcement, unit to check on a suspect who was reportedly in possession of a large quantity of drugs and possibly armed. Two deputies contacted the suspect and began speaking with him. After a few minutes, a struggle ensued between the deputies and suspect. The suspect retrieved a firearm which was concealed on his person. The deputies responded to this threat and the suspect was shot two times. The Sheri

Oregon State Police On Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at approximately 10:44 P.M., Oregon State Police Troopers and emergency personnel responded to a single vehicle crash on Hwy 234 near mile post 12. Preliminary investigation revealed that a Honda motorcycle, operated by Mark Nienhouse (42) of Medford, was traveling west on Hwy 234 when it struck an elk in the roadway. Nienhouse and his passenger, Jennifer Ayala (30) of Central Point, sustained fatal injuries and were pronounced deceased. OSP was assisted by the Jackson County Sheriff's Office, Jackson County Fire District 3, and ODOT.