FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: October 28, 2025 
 

Domestic Violence Call Leads to Felony Arrest, Stolen Gun Recovery, and Drug Seizure 

SALEM, Ore. — A domestic violence investigation Monday night led to the arrest of a Salem man on multiple felony charges, including menacing, weapons violations, and drug trafficking, after officers recovered a stolen handgun and evidence of cocaine manufacturing. 

On October 27 at approximately 9:30 p.m., Salem Police officers responded to a report of a domestic disturbance at a residence in southeast Salem. The suspect, Jeffery Helmer, 40, of Salem, reportedly menaced the victim with both a knife and a firearm earlier in the evening before fleeing the scene. 

During the investigation, officers interviewed involved parties and reviewed evidence related to the incident. Based on the information gathered, probable cause was established for multiple felony charges. 

Helmer was located at a bar on Lancaster Drive NE and taken into custody without incident. A search of his vehicle led to the recovery of a stolen handgun believed to have been used in the incident. Officers also located evidence of cocaine delivery and manufacturing. 

Helmer was lodged at the jail on charges of domestic violence menacing, unlawful use of a weapon, possession of a stolen firearm, unlawful possession of a firearm, delivery and manufacturing of a controlled substance — cocaine, and additional drug-related offenses. 

Helmer is scheduled to be arraigned today October 28, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. at the Marion County Circuit Court Annex 4000 Aumsville Hwy SE, Salem. Since the suspect is in custody, all further media inquiries will be handled by the Marion County District Attorney’s Office. 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

DATE: October 22, 2025 

CONTACT: Salem Police Communications Office | spdmedia@cityofsalem.net 

UPDATE: Early morning Shots Fired Call Results in Two People Being Arrested 

Salem, Ore. — Patrol officers responded to the 4000 block of Commercial St SE at 03:40 a.m. on Monday October 20, 2025, after receiving reports of gun shots in the area. As officers arrived, they contacted two males. One suspect produced a firearm, leading to a physical struggle as officers took both of them into custody. 

Officers identified the suspects as Christopher Alan Stone,19 and Alexander Salgado-Maya, 22 both from Salem. Stone and Salgado-Maya were transported to the Marion County Jail on charges including unlawful possession of a weapon, resisting arrest and other firearms related charges. Additionally, Salgado-Maya had two felony arrest warrants for burglary and theft. 

Salgado-Maya is scheduled to be arraigned today October 20, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. Stone is scheduled to be arraigned Tuesday October 21, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. Both appearances will be at the Marion County Circuit Court Annex 4000 Aumsville Hwy SE, Salem. 

With both suspects in custody, all further media inquiries will be handled by the Marion County District Attorney’s Office. 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  

DATE: October 17, 2025 

CONTACT: Salem Police Communications Office | spdmedia@cityofsalem.net 

From the Streets to Sentencing: Collaboration and Commitment Take Deadly Drugs Off the Street

Salem, Ore. — The Salem Police Department extends its appreciation to the U.S. Attorney’s Office and Assistant U.S. Attorney Kerin in Portland for their persistence and excellent work in securing a federal prison sentence for a man arrested by Salem Police in a 2021 narcotics investigation. 

On October 16, 2025, Nicolas Pena Galvan, 26, of Portland, was sentenced to 60 months in federal prison, followed by five years of supervised release. 

Galvan was arrested on June 21, 2021, by members of the Salem Police Department’s Strategic Investigations Unit in connection with an ongoing narcotics investigation. At the time of his arrest, detectives located approximately 1,000 fentanyl pills, a loaded stolen handgun, and $340 in cash. 

The Salem Police Department greatly values its federal partnerships when working on cases such as this. Assistant U.S. Attorney Kerin praised the Salem detectives, stating their thorough investigative work was instrumental in securing the conviction. 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  

DATE: October 10, 2025 

Salem and Eugene Police collaborate to stop organized burglary ring 

Salem, Ore. — On October 9, Salem Police patrol officers responded to a residential burglary in progress in West Salem, where the victim encountered two suspects inside her home. The suspects fled in a vehicle later determined to be connected to a burglary crew under investigation by Eugene Police. 

Thanks to the sustained efforts of Eugene Police detectives, Salem Police Felony Crimes Unit detectives were able to quickly identify the suspect vehicle and begin processing the scene. Salem Police investigators and the Salem Police Crime Lab worked alongside Eugene Police investigators to canvass the neighborhood and gather additional evidence. 

Eugene Police SWAT later served a search warrant at a Eugene residence and arrested seven people in connection with their investigation. 

An estimated $40,000 in jewelry was stolen during the burglary. Detectives are working closely with Eugene Police to attempt to recover and return the stolen property to the victim. 

This case is part of a broader investigation into organized burglaries targeting business owners across the Willamette Valley. Charges are expected, and the investigation remains active and ongoing. 

We are grateful to the Eugene Police Department and their detectives for the exceptional work and collaboration, which allowed our team to swiftly advance this case. 

For more information, visit:  https://eugene-or.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=7246  

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  

DATE: October 9, 2025  

Ballistics, Teamwork, and Tenacity: Salem PD Brings Closure to Road Rage Cases 

Salem, Ore. — On October 8, 2025, patrol officers and detectives from the Salem Police Department arrested Dane Steven Joseph Lacey, 31, of Salem. He was taken into custody in connection to multiple road rage shooting incidents. 

Forensic evidence through use of the Integrated Ballistics Identification System (IBIS) and the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN), along with other physical evidence, led Violent Crimes Unit detectives to Lacey for his actions during two Salem road rage shooting incidents that occurred in September 2023 and February 2024. Neither shooting resulted in any reported injuries. 

Yesterday, patrol officers and investigators responded to Lacey’s residence to arrest Lacey. Lacey attempted to flee out the back of the residence but was confronted by officers. After failing to comply with commands, he was tased and taken into custody. 

Lacey was booked on charges including menacing and unlawful use of a weapon. Detectives will be reaching out to agencies in the area to see if there are any additional cases with similar circumstances. 

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Coordinated Effort Leads to Arrest in Kidnapping and Assault Case 

Salem, Ore., - On Sunday, September 28, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., patrol officers responded to a welfare check at a residence in northeast Salem after an 8-year-old boy reported his mother had not returned home and was possibly in danger. Officers attempted to contact the woman and later located her at the Salem Hospital with visible injuries. 

The investigation revealed that the child’s mother had been kept against her will by Caiden Rose, 31, of Portland. Rose had driven the victim and her daughter around for an extended period of time, refusing to stop or let them exit the vehicle. During that time, Rose reportedly assaulted the victim in front of her daughter, causing significant injury before returning to his apartment and then leaving her there. The victim drove herself to the hospital. 

Salem patrol officers located Rose at a residence, and he attempted to flee out a back window. With assistance from a Keizer Police Department canine, Rose was taken into custody after a short foot pursuit. He was lodged on multiple felony domestic violence charges, including kidnap, felony assault, strangulation and an outstanding warrant. 

The investigation is ongoing, and the Salem Police Department’s Domestic Violence Advocates will continue to work with the victim throughout the judicial process. 

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