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MICHAEL TODD WARNER

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DCSO JAILVIEWER 164.245 - CRIMINAL TRESPASS 2ND DEG 164.245 - CRIMINAL TRESPASS 2ND DEG 164.335 - RECKLESS BURNING

HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION

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Josephine Co. Sheriff's Office On Oct. 8 th , 2021, Deputies and Detectives with the Josephine County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a deceased male that had been shot and buried in the O’Brien area. The reporting party did not know the area well but was able to lead law enforcement (LE) to a location off Samarkand Drive in O’Brien, Oregon.   Upon arrival, LE recognized the property to be an illegal marijuana grow site, where a previous marijuana search warrant had been served. The reporting party knew some details regarding the incident and was able to walk LE to a wooded area, approximately one quarter mile from the grow site to a shallow grave. LE dug up the shallow grave and confirmed a deceased individual was buried at the location. The deceased was a Hispanic male, who was known to work on the grow site.  Next of kin have been notified, however, the name of the deceased will not be released in order to protect the investigation.  The Josephine County Major Crimes T

JESSE MIKYAH DEWBRE

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DCSO JAILVIEWER 811.540.3.A - ATTEMPT TO ELUDE POLICE OFFICER - VEHICLE OFFENSE 811.540.3.B - ATTEMPT TO ELUDE POLICE OFFICER - FOOT 819.300 - POSSESSION OF A STOLEN VEHICLE 811.140 - RECKLESS DRIVING 164.135 - UNAUTHORIZED USE MOTOR VEHICLE 164.245 - CRIMINAL TRESPASS 2ND DEG 164.245 - CRIMINAL TRESPASS 2ND DEG

BRIAN JAY STEFFEN

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JOCO JAILVIEWER 164.325 - ARSON 1ST DEG

RYLAND TREVOR BENEFIEL

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DCSO JAILVIEWER 144.350 - PAROLE VIOLATION 164.245 - CRIMINAL TRESPASS 2ND DEG 164.245 - CRIMINAL TRESPASS 2ND DEG 164.272 - UNLAWFUL ENTRY INTO MOTOR VEHICLE 164.043 - THEFT 3RD DEG 164.245 - CRIMINAL TRESPASS 2ND DEG 164.245 - CRIMINAL TRESPASS 2ND DEG

ALBERTO LIBRADO CAMARENA

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JOCO JAILVIEWER 163.375 - RAPE 1ST DEG 163.405 - SODOMY 1ST DEG 163.160(2) - ASSAULT 4TH DEG

EARL JESSE JAMES KELSO

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DCSO JAILVIEWER 163.165 - ASSAULT 3RD DEG 163.187 - STRANGULATION

RECREATIONAL VEHICLE FIRE - 1700 BLOCK OF SE MILL STREET - 12-26-21

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Roseburg Fire Dept. At 11:07 a.m. on December 26, 2021, Roseburg Fire Department personnel responded to a reported recreational vehicle on fire in the 1700 block of SE Mill Street.  The reporting party notified Douglas County Dispatch that a motorhome was on fire across from 1729 SE Mill Street.  Upon arrival on scene, firefighters found a fully involved motorhome on fire in the 1700 block of SE Mill Street with the occupant outside of the vehicle.  Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire and completed overhaul. The motorhome was a total loss due to fire, smoke, and water damage.  One adult resident was displaced.  The occupant of the vehicle sustained burn injuries and smoke inhalation but refused medical treatment and transport. The fire was initiated by the vehicle occupant lighting a gas stove when a small fire flashed, then igniting some nearby papers. Nine firefighters assisted with firefighting operations.  Other agencies assisting with the fire included Douglas County Fire D

DETECTIVES SEEK ADDITIONAL VICTIMS OF MAN CHARGED WITH CHILD ABUSE

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Washington Co. Sheriff's Office In September of 2021, Washington County Sheriff’s Office detectives assigned to the  Violent Crimes Unit  began investigating a case of child sex abuse after getting a report of an adult man having sexual contact with a 13-year-old girl. Detectives identified 50-year-old Rodrigo Maya Juarez as the suspect. As the investigation continued, detectives learned there were multiple underage victims.  Juarez, who lives in Beaverton, was arrested on September 21, 2021. On September 27, a grand jury indicted him for the following charges: Sexual abuse in the first degree (seven counts) Sexual abuse in the third degree (six counts) Juarez remains in jail on $250,000 bail. Additional charges are possible in the future. Detectives believe there are additional victims in this case and are asking other victims to report any abuse to law enforcement.  Anyone with information about this case or any other potential victims, please contact Detective Charles Anderson a

SALEM MAN ARRESTED AFTER PEDESTRIAN KILLED IN EARLY MORNING HIT AND RUN

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Marion Co. Sheriff's Office At just after 2:00 a.m. on December 25 th , 2021, a 911 caller reported a pedestrian had been struck by a car on Lancaster Drive NE near Ward Drive NE in the unincorporated area of east Salem. When deputies arrived at the scene, they learned a red Honda Civic had left the area at a high rate of speed. There was evidence at the scene the victim had sustained serious injuries and likely did not survive the collision.    Investigators from the Marion County multi agency Crash Team were called out to process the crash scene. Lancaster Drive was closed between Iberis Street NE and Hayesville Drive NE for four hours during the investigation. At close to 3:30 a.m., a caller reported a red Honda Civic with a deceased person inside several miles away near Wheatland Road NE and Brooklake Road NE, north of Keizer. Investigators were able to determine the deceased adult male inside was the pedestrian victim from the earlier crash. Through the investigation, deputies

LORENZO S BROWN

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DCSO JAILVIEWER 164.315 - ARSON 2ND DEG 164.215 - BURGLARY 2ND DEG 164.215 - BURGLARY 2ND DEG 164.365 - CRIMINAL MISCHIEF 1ST DEG 164.335 - RECKLESS BURNING 164.043 - THEFT 3RD DEG 162.315 - RESISTING ARREST 164.354 - CRIMINAL MISCHIEF 2ND DEG

MISSING GRANTS PASS WOMAN FOUND DECEASED

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Grants Pass Police Department Grants Pass, OR. – Late on Thursday, December 23, 2021, the Grants Pass Police Department discovered Rachael Behnke deceased in her white Ford Explorer in a rural portion of Josephine County. She was the lone occupant of the vehicle that was parked off Highway 199 near Selma. Rachael Behnke had originally been reported missing on Friday, December 10 th  after last being seen dropping off her child at school in Grants Pass. Report of the discovery was withheld until today at the request of the family.  Our hearts go out to the grieving family during this holiday season. We also want to thank all those who assisted in looking for Rachael over the last two weeks .

SERIOUS INJURY CRASH ON HWY 58-LANE COUNTY

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Oregon State Police On Thursday, December 23, 2021 at about 5:34 PM, Oregon State Police and emergency personnel responded to a report of a multi car accident with significant injuries on Hwy 58 at milepost 14.  Preliminary investigation revealed that a gray Dodge 3500 pulling a 26' gooseneck loaded with 168 bales of hay, operated by Steven Mori (76) of Fallon, Nevada, was westbound when the pickup trailer combination tipped over onto its side and began sliding. The pickup trailer combination then struck a Black Nissan pickup, operated by Kayd Shelby (18) of Roseburg, a white Kia Forte, operated by Jennifer Hoffman(29) of Springfield, a gold Dodge Caravan, operated by Steven Noller (51) out of Eugene and a White Hyundai, operated by Debra Cooley (54) of Oakridge.  Shelby was life flighted while Hoffman, Noller, Cooley and three additional passengers were taken by ground ambulance to Peace Health Sacred Heart Medical Center at River Bend. Mori was not transported and remained on sce

SEARCH WARRANT FOR ILLEGAL MARIJUANA

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Josephine Co. Sheriff's Office On Tuesday, December 22, 2021, the Josephine Marijuana Enforcement Team (JMET) executed a search warrant for allegations of an illegal quantity of marijuana in an O’Brien residence.  The search warrant was executed at a residence located in the 100 block of O’Brien Road.  During the execution of the search warrant, approximately 300 pounds of marijuana was located and seized. Firearms and methamphetamine were located and seized as well.  A stolen vehicle located on the property was seized to be returned to its rightful owner.  A 55-year-old male was arrested and lodged at the Josephine County Jail for Unlawful Delivery, Possession and Manufacture of Marijuana as well as Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine.  A 33-year-old female was arrested and lodged at the Josephine County Jail for Unlawful Delivery of Marijuana.  No further details are being released at this time.   MARK DARRON PATTERSON AUBREYANN VALYN TAYLOR

A DRIVER OF STOLEN TRUCK CRASHES INTO A TREE AFTER HITTING TWO POLICE CARS

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Washington Co. Sheriff's Office On Wednesday, December 23, 2021, 3:09 a.m., Washington County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a hit-and-run crash in the 16,000 block of NW Brugger Road in the Enhanced Sheriff's Patrol District (ESPD) community of Bethany. Deputies learned a community member saw someone attempting to free their Ford F-150 truck that was stuck in a field. As the community member tried to help, the F-150 became free. The driver of the F-150 backed into the community member’s car and left the scene. A deputy located the F-150 in the Tanasbourne area of the city of Hillsboro. The deputy saw the truck driving recklessly by running a red light and driving into oncoming lanes of traffic. The deputy activated their overhead lights and siren to stop the F-150, but the truck continued to accelerate at a high rate of speed in an attempt to elude the deputy. The deputy did not pursue the F-150. A short time later, a Hillsboro Police Officer located the F-150 ente

GRANTS PASS MAN ARRESTED FOR ONLINE LURING OF A MINOR

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Grants Pass Police Department Grants Pass, OR. - On Monday, December 6, 2021, the Grants Pass Police Department responded to a report of an adult male subject having sexual conversations with a 14-year-old female online.  The conversation was provided to law enforcement and the investigation continued.  The investigation revealed that Bill Huffman (age 60) was the individual corresponding with the juvenile female.  On Thursday, December 23, 2021, detectives with the Grants Pass Police Department contacted Huffman at his place of employment.  Detectives seized several cell phones during the course of the investigation which will undergo forensic analysis upon approval of a search warrant.  Huffman was lodged at the Josephine County Jail for Luring a Minor, Online Sexual Corruption of a Child in the 2 nd  Degree, and a Probation Violation for a previous conviction for Attempted Sexual Abuse in the 1 st  Degree. The Grants Pass Police Department would like to remind the public to carefull

FATAL CRASH ON HWY 242-COOS COUNTY

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Oregon State Police On Thursday, December 23, 2021 at approximately 4:47AM, Oregon State Police Troopers and emergency personnel responded to a single vehicle crash on Hwy 242 at milepost 1.  Preliminary investigation revealed a southbound silver Mazda MZ7, operated by a 16-year-old female of Broadbent, left the roadway and struck a tree. The crash is under investigation.  The juvenile driver was transported to Coquille Valley Hospital and later life flighted to Riverbend Hospital in Eugene by the U.S. Coastguard with serious injuries. Her 15-year-old female passenger sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased.  OSP was assisted by Myrtle Point Police, Myrtle Point Fire and Rescue, Myrtle Point Ambulance, U.S. Coastguard, Southern Oregon Chaplains and ODOT. 

JEFFREY LEE HOWETH

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DCSO JAILVIEWER 999.001 - FAILURE TO REPORT AS SEX OFFENDER - 2

OREGON STATE POLICE SEEKING PUBLIC ASSISTANCE IN VEHICULAR ASSAULT-LINCOLN COUNTY

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Oregon State Police On December 13, 2021 at approximately 3:52PM, Oregon State Police Troopers and emergency personnel responded to a road rage incident on Hwy 101 in Depoe Bay near milepost 128.  Preliminary investigation revealed a road rage incident was occurring between a white Chevy S10 pickup and a silver Honda. The incident culminated with the 64-year-old male operator of the Chevy pickup being struck by the Honda while standing outside of his pickup. He sustained serious injuries and was transported to  Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital in Lincoln City .  The suspect vehicle is believed to be a 2008-2015 silver Honda, possibly Accord. During the incident, it is believed to have sustained damage to the passenger sideview mirror and potentially has damage to the hood. OSP is seeking witnesses to identify the vehicle and suspect involved. If you have information or witnessed the incident, please contact the Oregon State Police at 1-800-442-2068 or *OSP (*677). Reference Case #SP21-

**UPDATE-ARREST***FATAL CRASH ON HWY 126W-LANE COUNTY

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Oregon State Police ***Update-Arrest*** On 12-22-2021, the Oregon State Police arrested Shane Tyler McVay for Manslaughter 1, DUII and Recklessly Endangering. The charges resulted from the September 20, 2021 crash that resulted in the death of Emily Susman. McVay was lodged in the Lane County Jail. ______________________________ ____ 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 tra

RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURE FIRE - 889 SE CHADWICK STREET

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Roseburg Fire Dept. At 2:51 p.m. on December 22, 2021, Roseburg Fire Department was dispatched to a residential structure fire at 889 SE Chadwick Street.  Douglas County Dispatch received multiple calls of smoke and flames showing from the residence. Dispatch received notification of a possible resident still inside the home.  Firefighters arrived on scene to find a single family, two story residence with heavy fire and smoke showing from the north side of the structure.  Firefighters conducted a primary search of the residence and found one unconscious female inside the residential structure.  The female was removed from the home and transported by ambulance to the hospital.  Firefighters then conducted a secondary search and made an interior attack to extinguish the fire, secured utilities, and completed overhaul.  Three adult residents were displaced due to the fire.  The American Red Cross was notified and is assisting the displaced residents. A total of 15 firefighters assisted wi

BRENNON THOMAS KINZER

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JOCO JAILVIEWER 475.854 - UNLAWFUL POSSESSION HEROIN 475.894 - UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF METHAMPHETAMINE 813.010 - DRIVE UNDER INFLUENCE OF AN INTOXICANT 164.225 - BURGLARY 1ST DEG 164.245 - CRIMINAL TRESPASS 2ND DEG 164.125 - THEFT OF SERVICES

JARROD DEFERRARI SENTENCED TO 90 MONTHS IN PRISON

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Washington Co. District Attorney's Office HILLSBORO, Ore.- On December 21, 2021, Jarrod Deferrari pleaded guilty to first degree robbery with a firearm, unlawful use of a weapon with a firearm, and attempted first degree burglary. Washington County Circuit Court Judge Andrew Erwin then sentenced the defendant to 90 months in prison. Senior Deputy District Attorney Andrew Freeman prosecuted the case against the defendant.  The defendant was arrested after a riot in downtown Portland, Oregon on the night of November 4, 2020, in which it is alleged the defendant smashed the windows of multiple buildings, including the St. Andre Bessette Catholic church off of West Burnside Street. After being charged with riot and first degree criminal mischief, the defendant was released from Multnomah County custody the next day.  On May 19, 2021, while on release for the riot case, the defendant robbed a convenience store near Jesuit High School in Beaverton, Oregon. The defendant entered the store

TATIANA IONELA SPOREA

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DCSO JAILVIEWER 163.208 - ASSAULT PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER 164.354 - CRIMINAL MISCHIEF 2ND DEG 164.245 - CRIMINAL TRESPASS 2ND DEG 161.405 - ATT TO COMMIT A CLASS A FELONY 162.145 - ESCAPE 3RD DEG

CORY MITCHELL WHITEHILL

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DCSO JAILVIEWER 475.850 - UD OF HEROIN 161.405 - ATT TO COMMIT A CLASS A FELONY 161.405 - ATT TO COMMIT A CLASS B FELONY 475.894 - UP OF METHAMPHETAMINE 475.854 - UP OF HEROIN 166.270 - FELON IN POSSESSION OF FIREARM 166.270 - FELON IN POSSESSION OF FIREARM 475.890 - UD OF METHAMPHETAMINE 162.205 - FAIL TO APPEAR IST DEG

GRANTS PASS MAN ARRESTED AFTER DISPLAYING FIREARM AT LOCAL NIGHTCLUB

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Grants Pass Police Department Grants Pass, OR. – On Saturday, December 18, 2021, the Grants Pass Police Department responded to the 238 Bar on Williams Highway for a report of a male who had pointed a firearm at a female. The incident was captured on video surveillance, which assisted detectives in identifying the suspect as Samuel Swillinger, a 31-year-old male. Swillinger was arrested for multiple offenses when Grants Pass Police served a search warrant at his residence on NW Sunset Drive on Tuesday. During the execution of the search warrant, police also located and seized several firearms, a large amount of marijuana, and marijuana extracts. Samuel Swillinger was lodged at the Josephine County Jail for Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and Menacing. The Grants Pass Police Department would like to thank the businesses that assisted with video surveillance and the concerned witnesses that helped the investigation move forward.  This investigation is ongoing