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Josephine Co. Sheriff's Office On September 19, 2021 at 4:09 am, Deputies from the Josephine County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the intersection of Camp Joy Road and Saratoga Way for a motor vehicle crash involving one vehicle.  Upon arrival, Deputies found the vehicle unoccupied.  Witnesses stated two males fled the scene prior to law enforcement arrival.  Upon inspection of the vehicle, Deputies observed several bullet holes which had penetrated the occupant compartment.  Also in plain sight within the vehicle, Deputies observed firearms and a large amount of processed packaged marijuana.  The vehicle was seized and a search warrant was obtained and subsequently executed.  Located inside the vehicle were two firearms and 380 pounds of processed packaged marijuana with a street value of approximately $760,000. If you have information regarding this incident or wish to claim the firearms and marijuana, please contact the Josephine County Sheriff’s Office and we will gladly

Josephine Co. Sheriff's Office On Tuesday, September 21, 2021, members of the Josephine Marijuana Enforcement Team (JMET) in partnership with Oregon State Police, Rogue Area Drug Enforcement (Grants Pass DPS, OSP, Josephine County Parole and Probation) and Josephine County Code Enforcement; served a search warrant relating to an illegal marijuana grow operation in the 300 block of Mountain Greens Lane, Grants Pass. This is the site of the former Red Mountain Golf Course. During the execution of the search warrant, 4,537 illegal marijuana plants were seized and destroyed. Chen Shu-Momg, 34, and Qike Wen, 36, were arrested and lodged in the Josephine County Jail for Unlawful Manufacture of a Marijuana Item. Additionally, five other subjects were detained due to safety concerns. At the time of this press release, the investigation is ongoing and no further details are being released.

Gresham Police Dept Gresham, Ore.— On September 20, 2021 at approximately 6:15pm, Gresham Police received a call about shots that were heard in the parking lot of the Walmart at 3900 W Powell boulevard, near SE 182nd. While police were still headed to the scene, multiple callers to 911 were reporting that someone in the parking lot had been shot, so medical crews were also requested. The victim, later identified as 38-year-old Dashawn Hudson, of Portland, died at the scene from his injuries. Detectives and crime scene investigators were called to the scene to interview witnesses and collect evidence in order to find out what lead up to this incident. If you witnessed the incident and have not talked to police yet, or if have any information about this case, please call the Gresham Police tip line at 503-618-2719 or toll free at 888-989-3505, callers can remain anonymous.

Douglas Co. Sheriff's Office ROSEBURG, Ore . – The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is saddened to announce the sudden and unexpected passing of K9 Grim. Grim, a German Shepherd born in the Czech Republic on October 3, 2011, was acquired by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office in June 2013 after receiving a generous donation from an anonymous community member. Grim actively served the community faithfully until the day of his passing. Initially, Grim was partnered with then Deputy Jon Dorland. Following Dorland’s promotion, Grim was partnered with Deputy Oscar Rosas. Grim was successful with both handlers and paved the way for the Sheriff’s Office to expand its K9 program. During the course of his career, Grim had 111 finds and captures and assisted in 114 other incidents and arrests. Grim earned the title of “Top Dog” two years in a row at the Springfield K9 Competition.  Last Friday, Grim was taken to Bailey’s Veterinary Clinic in Roseburg when he began to display some lethargy. Do

Douglas Forest Protective Association As fire conditions moderate throughout the Umpqua Valley, fire officials with the Douglas Forest Protective Association will begin working with farmers, ranchers, and other landowners to conduct prescribed burns throughout the area. Prescribed burns may be conducted on fields, pastures, and hillsides to promote productive grazing lands for livestock and to improve habitat for wildlife, all while reducing the buildup of flammable vegetation. Burn permits for backyard debris burning, including both debris piles and burn barrels, will not be issued at this time. Over the last ten years, local landowner’s working with DFPA have completed an average of 3,400 acres of prescribed burns annually throughout the Douglas District. For many agricultural landowners, fire is used as a tool to prepare their lands for the next growing season by removing noxious weeds, brush, insects, and plant disease from their lands. Prescribed burns are also beneficial to firef

Oregon State Police On Monday, September 20, 2021 at approximately 7:14 AM, Oregon State Troopers and emergency personnel responded to a four-vehicle crash on Hwy 126W near milepost 37.  Preliminary investigation revealed a Kenworth log truck, operated by Shane McVay (64) of Eugene, was eastbound when the loaded trailer tipped over. The trailer struck a westbound Toyota Prius, operated by Sarah Susman (25) of Springfield and a Dodge Ram towing a boat, operated by Randall Tokich (70) of Eugene. The Dodge Ram then struck an eastbound Ford Mustang, operated by Jordyn Tippett (20) of Coquille. Susman sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased. McVay and Tippett were transported to Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend with injuries. Tokich had minor injuries.  Hwy 126W is still currently closed.  OSP was assisted by Lane County Sheriff’s Office and ODOT. 

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Deschutes Co. Sheriff's Office On September 18, 2021 at approximately 9:38 AM, Deschutes County Sheriff Office deputies responded to a reported dispute in the 900 block of NE King Way.  During the investigation it was determined that Marshall Angel was involved in a dispute with a female. Deputies gathered statements from the involved subjects and collected evidence from the scene. Based on the statements made and evidence gathered, there was probable cause to believe that Angel had committed the crimes of Attempted Murder II, Assault II, Coercion, Menacing, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.  The female was taken to St. Charles Medical Center by ambulance.  Angel was transported to the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Jail and lodged on the above mentioned charges.  The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patr

Oregon State Police On Sunday, September 19, 2021, at approximately 9:53 PM, Oregon State Troopers and emergency personnel responded to the report of a vehicle vs bicyclist on Highway 99 near West Valley View Road in Talent.  Preliminary investigation revealed that a driver of a vehicle struck a bicycle, being ridden by Geoffry Sterling (44) of Ashland. The involved vehicle did not stay at the scene.  Sterling sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased.  Northbound traffic on Highway 99 was closed for approximately 3 hours . OSP was assisted on scene by Jackson County Fire, Talent PD, Phoenix PD, and ODOT.  OSP is requesting anyone with information regarding the crash or any information regarding the suspect vehicle to contact the Oregon State Police Southern Command Center at 1-800-442-2068 or *OSP and refer to Case #: SP21-268789. OSP was assisted on scene by Jackson County Fire, Talent PD, Phoenix PD, and ODOT. 

Oregon State Police On September 2, 2021, Sr. Trooper Baimbridge responded to a report of a dead bull elk in the 2800 Block of Mehl Creek Road, Elkton, Oregon.  The bull had the head removed and the meat removed.  The elk had been shot by a rifle during the bow season.  The investigation revealed that Jase Billman (20) shot the bull from the roadway with a .270 caliber rifle then enlisted the help of 3 friends and family to pack it out.  Jase was issued a citation for Unlawful Take of Bull Elk and his rifle was seized along with the antlers and meat from the bull. The meat was able to be salvaged. Two other individuals were issued citations for Aiding in a Wildlife Offense. ** Report Wildlife and Habitat Law Violators** How to Report a Wildlife and/or Habitat Law Violation or Suspicious Activity: TIP Hotline: 1-800-452-7888 or *OSP (677) TIP E-Mail:  TIP@state.or.us   The Oregon Hunters Association TIP reward offers preference points or cash rewards for information leading to an arrest