Several Persons Convicted for Criminal Trespass Following OSP Investigation - 02/08/10
Seven people who were found illegally operating their All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) on Longview Timber Company during archery season near Silverton in September 2009 have pled guilty in Marion County Justice Court.

In September 2009 an Oregon State Police (OSP) Fish & Wildlife Division trooper responded to complaints from archery hunters regarding a group of five people operating ATVs on Longview Timber property. The operation of ATVs on Longview Timber property is prohibited year round. The complainant confronted the riders and told them they were not allowed to ride their ATVs on the property. The five people ignored the warning and continued on their way. The trooper located the group approximately seven miles from the nearest locked gate. There were signs outlining the restrictions that the riders had driven past. The group had driven around a locked gate. Members of the group indicated that they didn't think it was a big deal because they were on gravel roads.

The following five defendants pled guilty to Criminal Trespass – 2nd Degree:

JAMES CULVER, age 49, Stayton, OR
RICHARD FRERES, age 32, Stayton, OR
CHAD HAFNER, age 33, Stayton, OR
THEODORE HAFNER, age 56, Stayton, OR
JACOB TOEPFER, age 32, Sublimity, OR

Each of the defendants was ordered to pay:

Court Fees $167
Fine $250
Restitution to Longview Timber $500

Personnel from Longview Timber Company were at the court appearance. They served the five defendants with notice that they are not allowed on Longview Timber Company property for five years.


Six days later, the trooper was patrolling the same area. The trooper heard ATVs approaching his location. He waited and then observed two ATV's. The riders told the trooper that a contractor had opened the gate and let them into the property. The trooper located the contractor, who told the trooper a totally different story. The contractor was leaving the property and met the riders at the gate. He had told the two riders that they were not allowed to ride their ATVs on the property. When the contractor opened the gate to leave, the two riders squeezed by him through the gate, and continued on.

The following 2 defendants pled guilty to Criminal Trespass – 2nd Degree:

CHRIS SCHUMACHER, age 53, Aumsville, OR
SHEILA ROGERS, age 46, Silverton, OR

Each of the defendants was ordered to pay:

Court Fees $167
Fine $250
Restitution to Longview Timber $500

Personnel from Longview Timber Company were at the court appearance. They served Ms. Rogers and Mr. Schumacher with notice they are not allowed on Longview Timber Company property for lifetime.

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Contact Info:
Sergeant Mari Chambers
Salem Fish & Wildlife Division
Phone: 503-934-0322

Secondary Contact:
Sergeant Julie Wilcox
Acting Public Information Officer
Phone: (541) 296-9646
Media Pager: (503) 323-3195

Klamath Falls Trooper Seizes 113 Pounds of Marijuana Following Traffic Stop - 02/08/10
At 11:50 AM an Oregon State Police (OSP) Trooper from the Klamath Falls Area Command stopped a 2008 Mazda passenger car traveling north on Highway 97 near milepost 257 for several traffic violations. A consent search of the vehicle revealed 113 pounds of prepackaged marijuana concealed in the trunk.

The operator, RICARDO SANCHEZ, 26 years old, from Pasco, WA is in custody for Distribution of a Controlled Substance: Marijuana. Mr. Sanchez will be lodged in the Klamath County Jail.

The approximate street value of the Marijuana is $282,000.

Contact Info: Secondary Contact:
Lieutenant Jason Westfall Sergeant Julie Wilcox
Oregon State Police-Klamath Falls Area Command Acting Public Information Officer
Phone (541)883-5713 ext.234 Pager: (503) 323-3195

OSP Troopers Arrest 58 DUII Drivers During Super Bowl Weekend - 02/08/10
Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers had nearly the same number of DUII arrests this year compared to last year's Super Bowl weekend.

Preliminary statistics indicate between 12:01 a.m., Saturday, February 6th, and 6:00 a.m., Monday, February 8th, OSP troopers arrested 58 DUII drivers.

During last year's Super Bowl weekend, OSP troopers reported 50 DUII arrests during the same time period.

The OSP Springfield Area Command office noted the highest number with 14 DUII arrests, followed by Salem Area Command office (8), and Portland and Tualatin Area offices (7 each).

Information from ODOT's Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is not yet available, however OSP troopers did not cover any fatality crashes during this time period. The only fatality crash reported by OSP occurred just outside this time frame late Friday evening. A female pedestrian was struck and killed on Highway 34 near Seven Mile Lane. Last year two people died in 2 separate fatal traffic crashes.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Super Bowl Sunday has become one of the nation's most dangerous days on the roadways due to impaired driving. NHTSA statistics show nationally on Super Bowl Sunday (12:01 a.m., Sunday, to 5:59 a.m., Monday) 48 percent of the fatalities occurred in crashes where a driver or motorcycle rider had a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level of .08 percent or higher.

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Death Investigation at Florence Residence - 02/07/10
Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers are investigating the death of a 45 year old Florence female. Her death was the result of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.

At 1:02 PM, a 911 call from a family member was received. Troopers responded to the home and found that LORRIE KAY HIATT was deceased. They determined that she had committed suicide. The Lane County District Attorney's Office and the Lane County Medical Examiner are assisting OSP with the investigation.

There are no other details available for release.

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Serious Injury Crash on Highway 20 near Hoodoo Ski Resort - 02/06/10
A two vehicle serious injury crash occurred on Highway 20 West near the Hoodoo Ski Resort, at approximately 10:00 AM today. Three persons were transported to St Charles Medical Center in Bend for treatment.

According to Sergeant Mitchell Meyer of the Oregon State Police (OSP), a 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara SUV was eastbound on Highway 20 when the 71 year old operator, RUTH SPEAKER of Salem lost control. The Suzuki crossed over into oncoming traffic and collided with a westbound 2009 Pontiac Vibe operated by CATHERINE KELLY, age 49 from Kennewick, WA.

SPEAKER was seriously injured. Her two passengers were also transported to the hospital with non life-threatening injuries.

Neither KELLY nor her two passengers required transport to a hospital.

At the time of the crash it was snowing and icy road conditions were present.

The investigation by OSP is still underway.

ODOT and Black Butte Ranch Police assisted at the scene.

Photographs courtesy of the OSP.

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Contact Info:

Sergeant Mitchell Meyer
Oregon State Police- Bend Area Command
Madras Worksite
Phone: (541) 388-6213

Secondary Contact Info:

Sergeant Julie Wilcox
Acting Public Information Officer
Oregon State Police-The Dalles
Phone: (541) 296-9646
Pager: (503) 323-3195

Molalla man in custody following pursuit on I-5 - 02/06/10
A Molalla man is in custody in the Washington County jail following a pursuit on I-5 and SR 217.

About 9:24 AM on Saturday, February 6th, Oregon State Police Recruit Trooper Nigel Schnackenberg was patrolling northbound on I-5 near Nyberg Rd when he saw a 2007 Chevrolet Equinox being operated in a very erratic manner. Rct. Schnackenberg tried to stop the Equinox for multiple traffic violations but the driver accelerated to over 80 MPH and attempted to elude the trooper.

The Equinox took the SR 217 off ramp and the pursuit continued northbound on SR 217 with speeds sometimes exceeding 100 MPH. As the Equinox approached SR 217 and Allen, the Equinox struck a car driven by Joseph Bernard, 46, of Portland. The driver of the Equinox did not stop and continued northbound where the Equinox took the Canyon Rd off ramp. At this point, the pursuit was taken over by Beaverton Police Dept.

At Farmington and Lombard, the Equinox struck a van driven by Maria Mendiola-Osequeda, 41, of Beaverton. Following this collision, the Equinox became stuck on the railroad tracks where the driver was taken into custody by Beaverton Police.

Bernard was not injured in his collision while Mendiola-Osegueda and her two passengers were transported to Providence St. Vincent hospital with minor injuries. The driver of the Equinox, Braulio Hernandez-Lopez, 28, of Molalla was taken to Providence St. Vincent hospital where he was treated and released to police custody. Hernandez-Lopez was then lodged at the Washington County jail on the following charges:

* Attempt to Elude Police
* Assault III (3 counts)
* DUII
* Hit and Run
* Assault IV
* Criminal Mischief (2 Counts)
* Resisting Arrest

UPDATE: Seriously Injured Driver's Pit Bull Sought Following Crash east of Rhododendron - 02/06/10
A Madras-area man was seriously injured Friday morning when the car he was driving traveled off Highway 26 about 1/2 mile east of Rhododendron and crashed into a tree.

On February 5, 2010 at approximately 9:05 a.m. a 1989 Toyota Camry four-door driven by CRAIG ALBERT HEYING, age 24, from Madras, was eastbound on Highway 26 near milepost 45 when it traveled off the right shoulder, sideswiped a tree and then crashed head-on into another tree. HEYING was found lying on the ground outside of his car seriously injured.

HEYING was transported by AMR ambulance to the Welches area from where he was taken by LifeFlight to Legacy Emanuel Hospital. He was using safety restraints.

HEYING's pit bull dog, LEO, was missing following the crash. Last evening the dog was located, unfortunately he was deceased. The Oregon State Police would like to thank all those who attempted to find LEO so he could be returned to his owner.

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FATAL VEHICLE-VS-PEDESTRIAN CRASH, HIGHWAY 34 EAST OF INTERSTATE 5 - 02/06/10
A female pedestrian was struck by a vehicle and killed Friday night on Highway 34 just of east of Interstate 5.

On February 5, 2010, at approximately 10:25 p.m., a female and two companions had stopped their vehicle on the eastbound shoulder of Highway 34 near milepost 11. They were attempting to locate some property that had fallen from their vehicle.

The female. ANGELA SUE TRICKEL, age 23, from Albany, was crossing the roadway toward the north side of the highway and was struck in the westbound traffic lanes by a 1986 Dodge Caravan, driven by RUTH ANN WOOD, age 61, from Albany. TRICKEL was deceased at the scene. WOOD was not injured.

The Oregon State Police Albany Area Command is continuing the investigation. Troopers on the scene were assisted by the Linn County Sheriff's Office, the Oregon Department of Transportation, and the Tangent Fire Department.

The westbound lanes of Highway 34 were closed for approximately 2 1/2 hours, but ODOT directed traffic through the scene.

There are no photographs available for release.

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Contact:

Lieutenant Mark Cotter
Albany Area Command
541-967-2026 x2112

Secondary Contact:

Sergeant Julie Wilcox
Acting Public Information Officer
Oregon State Police-The Dalles
(541) 296-9646
Pager: (503) 323-3195

Minor Injury Crash Involving Bandon School District Bus - Highway 101 north of Bandon (Photos) - 02/06/10
Oregon State Police (OSP) is continuing the investigation into an early Saturday morning crash involving a Bandon School District school bus transporting members and coaches of the high school girl's JV basketball team. The bus driver was transported with non-life threatening injuries, but none of the approximately 14 girls or two coaches was transported from the scene to a hospital for treatment.

Preliminary information provided by OSP Senior Trooper Fred Dunlap indicates on February 6, 2010 at approximately 12:21 a.m. the first call was received by Coos County 9-1-1 of a traffic crash involving the school bus on Highway 101 near milepost 255 north of Bandon. OSP was dispatched and arrived at 12:50 a.m. where Bandon police and fire departments were already on scene.

The school bus, driven by SANDRA K. KLEIN, age 60, from Bandon, was returning from Rogue River High School following the evening basketball games. As the bus was southbound KLEIN lost control negotiating a curve at the bottom of a hill. The bus traveled off the roadway onto the southbound shoulder and went up an embankment knocking down a highway sign. It then re-entered the road and traveled back across both lanes and crashed into the highway guardrail on the northbound shoulder. It came to rest on top of the crushed guardrail.

KLEIN was not using safety restraints and was thrown from the driver's seat. She was transported by ambulance to Bay Area Hospital in Coos Bay with minor injuries.

Other possible minor injuries were reported but none of the students or two coaches went to a hospital from the scene. Some family members came to the scene and took their students back to Bandon. Others returned on a second bus that was dispatched to the scene by school district officials.

Bandon Police Department, Bandon Fire Department, Bay Cities Ambulance, ODOT and LTM Truck and RV Repair assisted at the scene. The bus incurred significant front end damage and was towed back to Bandon.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Fatal Traffic Crash - 02/05/10
A fatal traffic crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian has occurred on Highway 34 at Seven Mile Lane in Benton County. The pedestrian is deceased. Oregon State Police and other emergency responders are on scene. There will be no other information relating to the crash released until Saturday.

Crash Involving School Bus on Highway 213 - 02/05/10
Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers are investigating a three vehicle crash involving a school bus that happened today at 3:00 PM. The crash occurred on Highway 213 near Macksburg Road in the Clackamas area. There were no reported injuries to any of the students on the bus.

According to Senior Trooper Jason Lindland of OSP, a school bus was stopped on northbound Highway 213 with its flashing lights activated. A 2005 Chevrolet pickup operated by ALLEN MACKEY, age 69 from Happy Valley, stopped behind the bus. A 2008 Saturn sports utility vehicle operated by CLAIR REIDY KELLER, age 29 of Molalla, rear ended the pickup, which pushed it forward into the school bus. The "First Student" school bus was operated by KARI KUEHL, age 33 of Molalla.

The school bus received very minor damage and was driven from the scene. Both the Saturn and Chevrolet received heavy damage and were towed.

The highway was partially closed while troopers investigated the collision and cleared the highway.

CLAIR REIDY KELLER was cited for Careless Driving.

Photo courtesy of OSP.

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Sergeant Julie Wilcox
Acting Public Information Officer
Oregon State Police-The Dalles
Pager: (503) 323-3195

OSP Reports First Month Enforcement Effort for Cell Phone Law Violations (Photo) - 02/05/10
During the first month of enforcing Oregon's new cell phone law banning most uses of mobile communication devices while driving a motor vehicle, Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers statewide reported citing 41 drivers and warning over 250 others.

Effective January 1, 2010, with some exceptions, it is unlawful in Oregon for a driver to use a cell phone without using a hands-free accessory while operating a motor vehicle. Violation of the cell phone law is a primary offense, meaning that a police officer may stop a driver solely for observing the violation, is a class D traffic violation with a minimum base fine of $142.

Additional information about this law is available on our website at:

http://www.oregon.gov/OSP/docs/OSP_Cell_law.pdf

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Fatal Traffic Crash - Highway 126E east of Vida - 02/04/10
Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers are continuing the investigation into Thursday morning's fatal traffic crash that resulted in the death of a Cottage Grove-area man on Highway 126 East about five miles east of Vida.

According to OSP Lieutenant Robert Edwards, on February 4, 2010 at approximately 10:45 a.m. a loaded commercial log truck driven by JIMMY RAY MARTIN, age 49, from Cottage Grove, was westbound on Highway 126 East near milepost 32. While negotiating a slight curve, for unknown reasons MARTIN drove off the northbound shoulder of the highway and impacted a steep embankment. The crash caused the logs on the trailer to shift forward, impacting the truck's cab and fatally injuring MARTIN and a small dog that was riding with him.

MARTIN was pronounced deceased at the scene. He was not using safety restraints.

OSP troopers from the Springfield Area Command office are continuing the investigation with the assistance of an OSP collision reconstructionist.

McKenzie Fire Department and ODOT assisted at the scene. Northwest Haz Mat was called out to assist with minor fuel leak resulting from the crash.

Traffic was limited to one lane, with intermittent complete closures, for about three hours.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Correction - Fatal Vehicle / Pedestrian Crash - Highway 101 in Harbor (Photo) - 02/04/10
(Note: Last name spelling correction to read "BELL". Original release incorrectly listed "Ball")

A Central Point-area man died Wednesday night from injuries sustained when he was struck by a car while attempting to walk across Highway 101 in Harbor on the southern Oregon coast. Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers are continuing the investigation.

According to OSP Sergeant Scott Punch, on February 3, 2010 at approximately 8:42 p.m. a 1990 Ford Tempo four-door driven by LARRY R. WATSON, age 57, from Crescent City, California was southbound in the left lane on Highway 101 near milepost 357 in Harbor. A pedestrian identified as LLOYD ANTHONY BELL SR., age 52, from Central Point, was attempting to cross the highway from a shopping center area on the east side to the west side when he was struck by the car.

BELL was transported by Cal-Or air ambulance to Sutter Coast Hospital in Crescent City where he was pronounced deceased about 30 minutes after he was struck.

WATSON was not injured.

Highway 101 at the scene of the fatal crash has four lanes, two in each direction, separated by a continuous left turn center median. The area is posted as a 45 mph speed zone, and except for business lighting there are no overhead street lights.

OSP troopers from the Gold Beach office are continuing the investigation.

Curry County Sheriff's Office, Harbor Fire Department, and Cal-Or Ambulance assisted at the scene.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Pre-Super Bowl 2010 Message - "Fans Don't Let Fans Drive Drunk" (Video and Photos) - 02/02/10
Media Notes:
* Contact your local law enforcement agencies to learn about any special enforcement efforts in their area
* Links to two videos of DUII driver-related incidents courtesy of Oregon State Police (#1 – Wrong way DUII driver nearly collides head-on with OSP trooper. #2 – DUII driver crashes in front of OSP trooper)
* Photograph Source - Oregon State Police

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Today in Eugene, the Oregon Governor's Advisory Committee on DUII, in partnership with the Oregon State Police, Oregon Association of Chiefs of Police, Oregon State Sheriff's Association, Department of Public Safety Standards and Training, and the Oregon Department of Transportation, announced that police officers statewide will be intensifying efforts Super Bowl Sunday, February 7th, as part of the national "Fans Don't Let Fans Drive Drunk" campaign. The announcement involved a team of traffic safety partners at an alcohol impairment awareness demonstration at the Lane Event Center in Eugene. The goal: raise awareness about the importance of driving sober so we can save lives.

Super Bowl Sunday is one of America's biggest and most entertaining national sporting events as friends and families gather to watch the big game. Yet, it has also become one of the nation's most dangerous days on the roadway due to impaired driving. According to ODOT's Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), neither of Oregon's two traffic fatalities during last year's Super Bowl weekend involved an impaired driver. But, during 2008 a total of 136 people lost their lives in alcohol-impaired crashes.

"Make the right call before this weekend's game by designating a sober driver," said Governor Ted Kulongoski. "Play by the rules of the game out on our roads. Help everyone to safely travel wherever they may be going by making responsible decisions."

Tossing your keys to a sober driver should be a pass made all year, not just Super Bowl weekend. State, county and local police agencies will put extra patrols on area roads to defend against those dangerous and impaired drivers who aren't playing by the rules. Last year, OSP troopers arrested 50 DUII drivers over the weekend, twenty-one of which happened Sunday after 12 noon. Two years ago, troopers arrested 23 DUII drivers over Super Bowl weekend, of which thirteen happened after 12 noon. Annually, Oregon police officers arrest an average of 25,000 DUII drivers.

"The message is simple and to the point. Driving under the influence is a crime and just not acceptable. No matter what you drive — a passenger car, pickup, sport utility vehicle or motorcycle — if you get caught driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you will be arrested," said Chuck Hayes, chair of the Governor's Advisory Committee on DUII and retired director of the Oregon State Police Patrol Services Division.

Irresponsible decisions can also have a bigger financial impact following an Oregon law change that went into effect January 1, 2010. Courts can now impose a minimum fine of $2,000 on those persons convicted of DUII with a blood alcohol content of .15 percent or more.

According to research by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2008, fatalities in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes accounted for 32 percent of all motor vehicle traffic fatalities. On Super Bowl Sunday, 49 percent of the fatalities occurred in crashes where a driver or motorcycle rider had a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level of .08 or higher.

Oregon State Police, Oregon State Sheriff's Association, Oregon Association of Chiefs of Police, ODOT and Mother's Against Drunk Driving stress that designating a sober driver should be on the top of everyone's Super Bowl party list. Join their team and report possible intoxicated drivers to 9-1-1 or Oregon State Police dispatch at 1-800-24DRUNK (800-243-7856).

If you are hosting a Super Bowl party:

* Remember, you can be held liable and prosecuted if someone you served ends up in an impaired driving crash.
* Make sure all of your guests designate their sober drivers in advance, or help arrange ride-sharing with other sober drivers.
* Serve lots of food and include lots of non-alcoholic beverages at the party.
* Stop serving alcohol at the end of the third quarter of the game and begin serving coffee and dessert.
* Keep the numbers for local cab companies handy, and take the keys away from anyone who is thinking of driving while impaired.

If you are attending a Super Bowl party or watching at a sports bar or restaurant:

* Designate your sober driver before the party begins and give that person your car keys.
* Avoid drinking too much alcohol too fast. Pace yourself—eat enough food, take breaks and alternate with non-alcoholic drinks.
* If you don't have a designated driver, ask a sober friend for a ride home; call a cab, friend or family member to come and get you; or just stay where you are and sleep it off until you are sober.
* Use your community's Sober Rides programs;
* Never let a friend leave your sight if you think they are about to drive while impaired. Remember, Fans Don't Let Fans Drive Drunk.
* Always buckle up – it's still your best defense against other impaired drivers.

For updated information on highway work and current travel information throughout Oregon, visit www.tripcheck.com, or call the Oregon road report at 5-1-1 or (800) 977-6368.

Law enforcement representatives present at Tuesday's awareness event were from the following agencies:

Oregon State Police
Lane County Sheriff's Office
Eugene Police Department

Additional tips and more information is also available at www.StopImpairedDriving.org .

NOTE: Media ride-along requests should be directed to your local OSP office and local police agencies. Questions regarding local OSP patrol plans should be directed to your local OSP office.

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Name Correction: Fatal Crash Involving Stroller and Commercial Truck - Highway 99E / Old Highway 34 in Linn County (Photos) - 02/01/10
(Note name spelling correction victim to show it as DYLAN ROYLE AYER. We apologize for the initial incorrect spelling as "Dillon".)

Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers, with the assistance of several local police agencies, is continuing the investigation into Monday morning's fatal traffic crash at the intersection of Highway 99E and Old Highway 34 east of Corvallis. A 2 1/2 -year old boy in a jogging stroller was killed after being struck by a commercial truck pulling a semi-trailer as it was in the process of turning onto Highway 99E from Old Highway 34.

OSP troopers from the Albany Area Command office are continuing the investigation, including confirmation of where the jogging stroller was when it was struck. Initial released information that it was struck by the truck while being pushed across Highway 99E has not been confirmed. Anyone with information to assist in this investigation is asked to contact OSP Recruit Trooper Phil Van Leuven at (541) 967-2026 ext. 4310.

According to OSP Lieutenant Mark Cotter, on February 1, 2010 at approximately 10:00 a.m. a 2001 Freightliner truck pulling an empty semi-trailer driven by MARCUS D. COULTER, age 37, from Lebanon, was westbound on Old Highway 34. COULTER reportedly came to a stop for a red stop signal. He then was attempting to turn right from westbound Old Highway 34 onto northbound Highway 99E when the jogging stroller containing DYLAN ROYLE AYER, age 2 1/2, was struck. The stroller and victim came to rest in the northbound lanes.

Prior to the incident, COURTNEY B. AYER, age 35, from Tangent, was pushing her son's stroller while she jogged southbound on the northbound sidewalk. She came to a stop on the northeast corner of the intersection on the sidewalk prior to the stroller being struck.

DYLAN AYER was pronounced deceased at the scene.

COURTNEY AYER may have received some minor injuries to her hands and arms.

COULTER was not injured.

The Linn County Medical Examiner are assisting along with officers from Linn County Sheriff's Office, Albany Police Department, Lebanon Police Department, and Sweet Home Police Department.

Tangent Rural Fire Protection District and ODOT also responded and assisted at the scene. Traffic was coordinated through the area and was able to get through in both directions on Highway 99E during the investigation.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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OSP Troopers Arrest Man Following Elude, Car Fire - Highway 97 north of Klamath Falls (Photo) - 01/31/10
Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers arrested a Eugene-area man Sunday afternoon who was wanted on felony warrants after a brief attempt to elude was brought to an end when his car caught fire north of Klamath Falls.

According to OSP Sergeant Patrick Trippett, on January 31, 2010 at approximately 3:16 p.m. OSP Trooper Travis Peterson stopped a Toyota Camry southbound on Highway 97 near milepost 281 for a traffic violation. The driver identified himself as JAMES LEE EMARY, age 39, from Eugene. Peterson returned to his patrol vehicle and upon running a wanted check learned EMARY was wanted on three felony warrants out of Klamath County Circuit Court. Peterson approached the Toyota to take EMARY into custody when EMARY fled southbound in his car.

Speeds were near 80 mph as Trippett joined Peterson to assist. After about three miles black smoke and flames were seen coming from underneath the Toyota's hood. Speeds dramatically slowed to about 30 mph for about one mile and then EMARY pulled onto the shoulder and stopped.

The highway was closed in both directions while EMARY was taken into custody from the car without further incident. The fire fully engulfed the vehicle and was subsequently extinguished by fire crews from Klamath County Fire District 1 and Kingsley Field. The highway was closed about 20 minutes.

EMARY was arrested and lodged in Klamath County Jail for:
* Felony Attempt to Elude in a Vehicle
* (Warrant) Failure to Appear – Burglary
* (Warrant) Failure to Appear – Possession of a Controlled Substance
* (Warrant) Failure to Appear in the Second Degree

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police
(Note: EMARY photograph not available)

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OSP Hazardous Device Technicians Render Safe Suspicious Ojbect Along Highway 20 near Hyak Park in Benton County - 01/31/10
Oregon State Police (OSP) Hazardous Device Technicians rendered safe a suspicious object found Sunday morning by a group picking up litter along Highway 20 near Hyak Park in Benton County. After it was rendered safe, a closer examination indicated it was not an explosive device.

According to OSP Sergeant Mark Davie, on January 31, 2010 at approximately 10:15 a.m. OSP was notified by Benton County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) that a suspicious object was reported found near Hyak Park, a county park about 7 miles northeast of Corvallis, along Highway 20 near milepost 8. BCSO, OSP troopers and OSP Hazardous Device Technicians responded to the scene and confirmed there was a 12 inch cylindrical shaped object off the highway shoulder.

An OSP bomb technician rendered the object safe and then was able to examine in closer, confirming it was not an explosive device.

Highway 20 was closed about 20 minutes during the response.

No photographs available for release.

More information about OSP Hazardous Device Technicians is available on our website at:
http://www.oregon.gov/OSP/AES/Bomb_Squads.shtml

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Candidates Sought for Vacancy on Oregon State Athletic Commission - 01/29/10
Qualified candidates interested in serving on the Oregon State Athletic Commission are being sought to fill a current vacancy. Interested candidates from the central Willamette Valley or southern Oregon are encouraged to apply.

The Oregon State Athletic Commission is charged with regulating ring sport events in Oregon including Entertainment Wrestling, Professional Boxing, and Mixed Martial Arts. The Commission is comprised of five volunteer members and an Executive Director responsible for the program's administration.

Commission members are appointed to four-year terms by the Superintendent of the Oregon State Police. Qualified candidates should possess experience or a background that would contribute to the Commission's mission to effectively regulate ring spots.

Interested persons should contact Brad Darcy, Executive Director of the Oregon State Athletic Commission, at (503) 378-8739, or email at brad.darcy@state.or.us .

More information is available on the Commission website at:
http://www.oregon.gov/OSP/GAMING/OSAC.shtml

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Multi-Agency Investigation Leads to Two Arrests on Meth Charges in Lebanon (Photos) - 01/28/10
Members of the Lincoln Interagency Narcotics Team (LINT) and the Linn County Drug Task Force, working with Linn County Sheriff's Office and Lebanon Police Department, arrested two people Wednesday night as they were preparing to deliver methamphetamine to the Newport area.

On January 27, 2010 LINT detectives received information that a Lebanon resident was supplying methamphetamine to someone in Newport. LINT detectives contacted the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office and Lebanon Police Department regarding their investigation and pending delivery of methamphetamine. LINT detectives traveled to Lebanon and conducted joint surveillance with the other two agencies.

At approximately 10:15 p.m. detectives spotted the suspect waiting at a Wal-Mart parking lot. Detectives contacted the suspect and a female accomplice while they were in a vehicle. A Linn County Sheriff's Office drug dog helped conduct a search that led to the discovery of methamphetamine packaged for sale, drug records and currency.

Detectives arrested PETER MARTIN ELLIOTT, age 38, and JENNY LYNN ZURCHER, age 41, both from Lebanon. A follow up search at ZURCHER's residence led to additional evidence related to the investigation.

ELLIOTT and ZURCHER were lodged at the Linn County Jail for Unlawful Possession and Delivery of a Controlled Substance – Methamphetamine.

LINT is comprised of members from the Newport Police Department, Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, Lincoln City Police, Oregon State Police, and the Lincoln County District Attorney's Office.

Photograph Sources:
Suspect photographs – Linn County Sheriff's Office
Drug photo – LINT

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Serious Injury Crash - Highway 97 south of Chemult (Photos) - 01/28/10
A Union Gap, Washington woman reportedly driving to Mexico with possessions for needy people was seriously injured shortly after midnight Thursday morning when the pickup she was driving was struck by a commercial truck on Highway 97 next to the Chemult Rest Area. Freezing fog conditions were present at the time of the crash that closed the highway for nearly 3 hours. Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers are continuing the investigation.

On January 28, 2010 at approximately 12:10 a.m. a 1993 Nissan pickup driven by CARMEN CISNEROS, age 58, from Union Gap, Washington was southbound on Highway 97 near milepost 207 followed by her uncle in a separate vehicle. Two commercial vehicles were following their two passenger vehicles.

The preliminary OSP investigation indicates CISNEROS missed the southbound Chemult Rest Area exit and attempted to turn left across the northbound lane into the northbound rest area entrance on the opposite side of the highway. While CISNEROS was attempting the turn, her uncle and the first commercial truck stopped in the southbound lane. The second southbound commercial truck driven by JUAN LOPEZ, age 80, from Fresno, California attempted to pass the first commercial truck and crashed into the left side of the turning Nissan pickup.

Upon impact, the Nissan pickup flipped upside down and came to rest on its top in the middle of the southbound lane. LOPEZ's commercial truck and semi-trailer continued past the pickup and stopped in the ditch along the southbound lane.

CISNEROS received serious injuries and was transported by Chemult EMS ambulance to Sky Lakes Medical Center in Klamath Falls. Safety restraint use information is not available. Information also indicated CISNEROS' pickup was loaded with clothes and other possessions that she was taking to Mexico to donate to needy people.

LOPEZ was not injured.

Highway 97 was closed in both directions until about 3:00 a.m. Traffic was detoured by ODOT through the northbound rest area entrance ramp.

OSP troopers from Gilchrist and Bend responded to the crash.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police (note: freezing fog conditions affected picture clarity)

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RADE Investigation Nets Two Methamphetamine-related Arrests in Grants Pass - 01/28/10
Two men believed to have major involvement with methamphetamine distribution in the Grants Pass area were arrested Wednesday by the interagency Rogue Area Drug Enforcement (RADE) team following the execution of a search warrant at their Grants Pass residence.

During the early morning hours of January 27, 2010, RADE detectives, assisted by detectives from Grants Pass Department of Public Safety and Oregon State Police Criminal Investigations Division, executed a search warrant at an apartment in the 500 block of NW "A" Street. Detectives found 1.5 lbs. of methamphetamine, approximately $15,000 cash, and other evidence associated with the distribution of narcotics.

Detectives arrested two men for Unlawful Possession, Distribution, and Manufacturing a Controlled Substance – Methamphetamine. Lodged in the Josephine County Jail were EDWIN NUNEZ-CARABALLO, age 35, and MIGUEL LARA, age 23. Both are also held on immigration holds.

Anyone with information regarding suspicious drug activity or marijuana growing operations in Josephine County is encouraged to call the RADE tip line at (541) 955-6970.

The interagency narcotics RADE team is comprised of personnel from the Grants Pass Department of Public Safety, Oregon State Police, Josephine County Sheriff's Office, Josephine County District Attorney's Office, and the Josephine County Community Corrections.

No photographs available for this release.

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Media Advisory: "Fans Don't Let Fans Drive Drunk" Pre-Super Bowl Weekend DUII Awareness Event in Eugene - 01/28/10
NOTE: Event organizers are seeking two more volunteers from the area media willing to be involved in the "wet lab". The individuals would be volunteer drinkers helping to illustrate the individual effect of drinking through field sobriety testing and interviews. Anyone interested who has a question can contact Senior Trooper Mike Iwai at (503) 934-0267.

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The Oregon Governor's Advisory Committee on DUII, in partnership with the Oregon State Police, Oregon Association of Chiefs of Police, Oregon State Sheriff's Association and the Oregon Department of Transportation, announces that police officers statewide will be intensifying efforts Super Bowl Sunday, February 7th, as part of the national "Fans Don't Let Fans Drive Drunk" campaign. To kick off the state's participation, traffic safety partners will hold an alcohol impairment awareness demonstration in Eugene. The goal: raise awareness about the importance of driving sober so we can save lives.

When:
February 2, 2010
12 noon – 4:00 p.m.

10:00 a.m. – Event kickoff/Briefing with volunteer drinkers
12 noon – Media briefing and interviews with invited guests and law enforcement representatives
1:00 p.m. – Field sobriety demonstrations
3:00 p.m. – Final breath tests and event wrap-up

Where:
Lane Events Center (Fairgrounds)
796 W. 13th Avenue
Eugene, Oregon 97402
(Link to map & directions: http://www.laneeventscenter.org/maps.html)

What:
In what is called the "Super Bowl HVE Media-wet lab", volunteers will consume various amounts of alcohol and will be tested by police officers to demonstrate the intoxicating effects of alcohol and how these effects relate to driving. The field sobriety tests to be demonstrated at the event will include the horizontal gaze nystagmus eye test, the walk and turn test, and the one-leg stand test.

Who:
Several individuals will be present at the DUII awareness event to discuss some of the impaired driving legislation passed during the last session. Key area law enforcement personnel will also be present to discuss their agencies' special enforcement activities.

Additional:
Related information and two OSP in-car videos of DUII drivers will be made available to media for use following the event.

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Update: Name Released - Fatal Traffic Crash - Highway 201N north of Ontario (Photos) - 01/27/10
The victim's name is being released following next-of-kin notification as Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers continue the investigation into Wednesday morning's two-vehicle head-on crash on Highway 201 North about one mile north of Ontario. Earlier in the morning there were icy conditions and multiple crashes were reported in the area, but at the time of this fatal crash the road conditions had thawed and were wet.

According to OSP Sergeant Jason Reese, on January 27, 2010 at approximately 10:09 a.m. a 1994 Kenworth commercial vehicle driven by JOSE MARTINEZ, age 42, from Caldwell, Idaho, was northbound on Highway 201 North near milepost 24. A southbound 1994 Ford F-150 pickup driven by BRETT BURTON, age 31, from Ontario, was southbound on Highway 201 when, for an unknown reason, the pickup drifted over the centerline and impacted the commercial vehicle head-on in the northbound lane. The pickup came to rest on the eastbound shoulder of the highway and the commercial vehicle pulling an empty flatbed trailer came to rest jackknifed on the westbound shoulder.

BURTON was ejected from his vehicle and pronounced deceased at the scene. Investigating troopers have not been able to confirm his safety restraint use.

MARTINEZ had no visible injury but was transported by ambulance to Holy Rosary Medical Center for an examination. He was safety restraints.

Shortly after the collision a fire erupted from the pickup, fully engulfing it. Ontario Fire and Rescue responded with Hazmat resources for the fire and a small oil/ diesel spill from the commercial vehicle.

Highway 201 North is currently closed at the crash location and ODOT has set up detours. The highway should open up for traffic within the next few hours.

OSP troopers from the Ontario Area Command are continuing the investigation.

ODOT, Ontario Fire and Rescue and the Malheur County Sheriff's Office assisted at the scene.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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OSP Arrests Driver Following Sunday Serious Injury Crash near Mt. Hood Meadows (Photo) - 01/27/10
Oregon State Police (OSP) arrested a 21-year old Welches resident Tuesday afternoon in relation to a Sunday head-on traffic crash on Highway 35 south of Mt. Hood Meadows that injured two people, one seriously.

On January 24, 2010 at approximately 2:40 p.m. OSP, fire personnel from Parkdale and Hoodland Fire District, AMR ambulance and ODOT responded to a two vehicle head-on crash on Highway 35 about six miles north of Highway 26 near milepost 64. OSP investigation indicates a 1989 Honda CRX driven by JASON W. BENNETT, age 21, from Welches, was southbound on snow-covered Highway 35 passing a line of southbound traffic at speeds estimated by witnesses near 60 mph. While passing the traffic, an approaching northbound 1995 Toyota Celica driven by LENIDA BILANOVIC, age 20, from Beaverton, began to slow because of the oncoming Honda. BENNETT lost control while trying to get back into the southbound lane and collided head-on with the Toyota.

JASON BENNETT was using safety restraints and was not injured. His car's airbags deployed. A passenger in his car, MATT BENNETT, age 22, from Scappoose, was using safety restraints and was seriously injured. MATT BENNETT was transported by AMR ambulance to Legacy Emanuel Hospital.

BILANOVIC and an unidentified male passenger were using safety restraints and transported by ambulance to Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital with minor injuries. Her car's airbags deployed.

On January 26, 2010 at 5:18 p.m. OSP Trooper Scott McLeod arrested JASON BENNETT at his Welches residence for:

* Reckless Driving
* Assault in the Third Degree
* Assault in the Fourth Degree (2 counts)

JASON BENNETT was lodged at the Northern Oregon Regional Correctional Facility (NORCOR) in The Dalles pending an appearance in Hood River County Circuit Court.

No crash scene photos available for this release.

Photograph Source: NORCOR

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Lincoln Interagency Narcotics Team Investigation Leads to Arrest of Newport Man on Methamphetamine Charges - 01/25/10
A Newport-area man was arrested by members of the Lincoln Interagency Narcotics Team (LINT) last Wednesday on allegations that he was selling methamphetamine from his residence.

On January 20, 2010 LINT detectives were summoned to a residence at 2208 NW Oceanview Drive in Newport after Lincoln County Parole and Probation officers located suspected drugs. LINT investigated and discovered that RONALD JAMES WENDT, age 43, from Newport, was selling methamphetamine from the residence to others in the Newport area.

During the search of his residence, officers located methamphetamine, packaging materials, digital scales, US Currency and other evidence of drug sales and use.

WENDT was arrested and lodged at the Lincoln County Jail on the following charges:

* Unlawful Delivery of a Controlled Substance – Methamphetamine
* Unlawful Manufacturing of a Controlled Substance – Methamphetamine
* Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance – Methamphetamine
* Maintaining and Place Where Controlled Substances are Kept/ Used

The investigation is continuing and additional charges are pending.

LINT is comprised of members from Oregon State Police, Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, Newport Police Department, and Lincoln City Police Department. Anyone with additional information about this case or other drug related information is encouraged to contact LINT at 541-265-5354.

No photographs available for this release.

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Fatal Traffic Crash - Highway 26 east of Government Camp (Photos) - 01/25/10
Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers are continuing the investigation into Monday morning's fatal traffic crash that resulted in the death of a Pine Grove-area woman on Highway 26 about ten miles east of Government Camp.

According to OSP Lieutenant Pat Ashmore, on January 25, 2010 at approximately 7:44 a.m. a commercial truck pulling two tankers loaded with malt driven by RONALD LEWIS JORY, age 63, from Olympia, Washington was eastbound on packed snow/ice covered Highway 26 near milepost 65. While coming downhill approaching a curve, JORY lost control and slid into the westbound lane where the truck collided head-on with a 2004 Toyota 4Runner sport utility vehicle driven by ROBIN RAE UDEY, age 54, from Pine Grove. Both vehicles came to a stop on the shoulder of the highway.

UDEY was ejected from her vehicle and pronounced deceased at the scene. Troopers investigating the crash believe she was using safety restraints.

JORY was using safety restraints and received non-life threatening injuries. He was transported by ambulance to Oregon Health Sciences University for treatment.

OSP troopers from The Dalles Area Command and Government Camp office are continuing the investigation with the assistance of an OSP collision reconstructionist.

Hoodland Fire Department and ODOT assisted at the scene.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police
(Note: Highway conditions improved to snow and slush by the time photos taken)

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(Name Correction) Truck Driver Cited Following Crash on Interstate 84 / Ladd Canyon (Photos) - 01/25/10
(Note: Last name correction to read "MENDOZA")

A commercial truck driver was cited for Careless Driving after his vehicles rolled and a load of batteries spilled onto the shoulder of westbound Interstate 84 on top of Ladd Canyon. All westbound lanes were closed for about three hours before one lane was opened.

On January 25, 2010 at approximately 6:00 a.m. a commercial truck pulling semi-trailer transporting tractor batteries was westbound on Interstate 84 near milepost 272. The truck's driver, STEVEN MENDOZA, age 38, from Atascosa, Texas lost control on the snow and ice covered roadway, rotated counter-clockwise and traveled off the left shoulder. The vehicles entered the center median where it rolled onto its right side. Upon rolling onto its side, the batteries were ejected out the back of the door onto the shoulder.

No batteries landed on the travel portion of the roadway. Due to the nature of the load contents and established criteria in dealing with this known product, the westbound lanes were closed for three hours before one lane was opened by 9:00 a.m. The left lane will remain closed until later today during the cleanup phase.

MENDOZA, who was driving for A & D Carriers out of Texas, was cited by OSP for Careless Driving. He was not injured.

OSP troopers from the La Grande Area Command responded with local emergency responders, ODOT and La Grande Fire Haz Mat team.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Truck Driver Cited Following Crash - Highway 101 north side of Gold Beach (Photos) - 01/25/10
A Bandon-area truck driver was cited by Oregon State Police (OSP) following a Monday morning injury traffic crash with a passenger car on the Highway 101 Patterson Memorial Bridge on the north side of Gold Beach. The crash closed the highway for about five hours.

According to OSP Sergeant Scott Punch, on January 25, 2010 at approximately 7:40 a.m., a 2008 Peterbuilt truck pulling a box semi-trailer loaded with garbage driven by DAVID JAMES NEEL, age 41, from Bandon, was southbound on Highway 101 on the Patterson Memorial Bridge. While negotiating a slight right curve the truck tipped onto its left side, sliding approximately 200 feet to where it collided head-on with a northbound 2008 Toyota Corolla driven by MARK RAYMOND, age 52, from Port Orford.

NEEL was not injured and was cited by OSP for Careless Driving. He was driving for Dietrich Trucking LLC out of Vancouver, Washington.

RAYMOND was transported by ambulance to Curry General Hospital with minor injuries.

Both drivers were using safety restraints.

Mast Bros. Towing out of North Bend responded and removed the truck.

Curry County Sheriff's Office, Gold Beach Police Department, ODOT, and Gold Beach Fire Department assisted.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Driver Arrested Following Attempt to Elude, Crash into McMinnville Police Car (Photos) - 01/25/10
A 27-year old man was arrested Sunday morning following a multi-agency involved attempt to elude during which the man's vehicle struck an unoccupied McMinnville police vehicle on Highway 18.

DAREN CHRISTOPHER PAYNE, age 27, from Tualatin, was lodged in Yamhill County Jail on the following charges:

* Felony Attempt to Elude in a Vehicle
* Attempted Assault in the First Degree
* Kidnap in the Second Degree
* Reckless Driving
* Recklessly Endangering Another Person (7 counts)
* Hit & Run Involving Property Damage
* (Additional charges pending)

On January 24, 2010 at approximately 10:39 a.m. Oregon State Police (OSP) was notified that Tillamook County Sheriff's Office had a 1992 Ford Explorer attempting to elude a deputy on Highway 22 from Highway 101. The incident originated with an attempted traffic stop for a speed violation. OSP troopers and deputies from Yamhill and Polk counties moved into position to assist. The Tillamook County deputy discontinued the attempt to stop the eluding vehicle at the Tillamook / Yamhill County line.

Shortly thereafter, Yamhill and Polk County deputies spotted the Ford Explorer on Highway 22 and it again attempted to elude onto Highway 18 eastbound where an OSP trooper took the lead near milepost 24 at Fort Hill.

The Ford Explorer, driven by PAYNE, continued eastbound recklessly at 80 – 100 mph for about 20 miles. A McMinnville police officer successfully deployed spike strips about two miles west of McMinnville. After running over the spike strips the Ford crossed over the westbound lane and collided with the stopped, unoccupied McMinnville police car on the north side shoulder.

The Ford continued eastbound as the driver side tires disintegrated down to the rims. It exited on the west end of McMinnville and then pulled into an area parking lot where it stopped.

At 11:25 a.m., PAYNE and two females, ages 27 and 39, were detained. PAYNE was arrested on the charges noted above. The two females were later released.

The kidnap charge is related to allegations by the 39-year old female who said she was picked up by PAYNE while hitchhiking. PAYNE refused to let her out even though she said she asked several times while he was attempting to elude police.

Photograph Source:
Payne photo – Yamhill County Sheriff's Office
Incident photos - Oregon State Police

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LINT Drug Investigation Leads to 3 Arrests in Lincoln County - 01/25/10
An investigation by members of the interagency Lincoln Interagency Narcotic Team (LINT) led to the arrest of two people during a traffic stop, and later third person at Toledo-area residence, on drug-related charges. One arrest was related to allegations that the person was going to sell methamphetamine knowing it was really rock salt.

On January 21, 2010, LINT detectives received information that a person in Toledo would be delivering a quantity of methamphetamine to a Newport-area location. LINT detectives set up surveillance for a vehicle of interest. At approximately 11:15 a.m. the vehicle, a 1997 Ford pickup, was spotted westbound on East Olive near Douglas Street in Newport. At the direction of LINT detectives, Newport police stopped the pickup occupied by DAYNA DIANN DETHLEFS, age 43, from Banks, and RANDAL ALLEN HURSH, age 48, from Toledo.

Subsequent investigation associated with the stop led detectives to find a quantity of methamphetamine packaged for sale. Detectives also found a quantity of what turned out to be rock salt packaged to be sold as a controlled substance. DETHLEFS admitted she was going to sell the rock salt as methamphetamine to a person in Newport.

HURSH consented to allow detectives to search his residence in Toledo where additional methamphetamine was found along with evidence related to the delivery of a controlled substance. A third person was contacted at the Toledo residence identified as REBECCA ROSELLA REISCH, age 34, from Toledo.

HURSH and REISCH were arrested for UNLAWFUL POSSESSION, DELIVERY, and MANUFACTURE OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE.

DETHLEFS was arrested for UNLAWFUL DELIVERY and POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, and UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF AN IMITATION CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE.

The three suspects were lodged at the Lincoln County Jail.

LINT detectives are continuing the investigation. Newport Police Department, Toledo Police Department and the Lincoln County Parole and Probation department assisted.

LINT is comprised of members from the Newport Police Department, Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, Lincoln City Police, Oregon State Police, and the Lincoln County District Attorney's Office.

No photographs available for this release.

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Serious Injury Traffic Crash - Highway 126 west of Walton (Photos) - 01/24/10
Four people were transported to a Eugene area hospital Sunday morning following a single vehicle traffic crash on Highway 126 about three miles west of Walton. Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers investigating the crash cited the driver for Reckless Driving and Driving While Suspended.

According to OSP Sergeant Chris Ashenfelter, on January 24, 2010 at approximately 10:36 a.m. a vehicle driven by JAMES R. McGRATH, age 18, from Florence, was westbound on Highway 126 near milepost 30 when it traveled across the eastbound lane and over an embankment. The vehicle rolled and came to rest on its top with five occupants inside, one of which left the scene prior to emergency personnel arriving.

McGRATH and four passengers were reportedly enroute back to the Florence area from Eugene after attending a rave party during the night. McGRATH was transported by ambulance to Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend with minor injuries.

A female passenger, KRISTIN KOHANES, age 18, from Eugene, said she was sleeping in the back seat of the car. She suffered a serious injury and was also transported to the same hospital.

A juvenile male passenger, BALARAM BRASHERS, age 15, from Eugene, was in the back seat of the car and received non-life threatening injuries. He was transported to Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend.

Another male passenger, GENE M. JOSEPH, age 26, residence unknown, was in the back seat and was treated and released for minor injuries at Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend.

All were using safety restraints.

No information available on the fifth occupant who reportedly left before emergency responders arrived.

OSP troopers from the Florence and Springfield offices are continuing the investigation.

Western Lane Ambulance and Lane Rural Fire District assisted at the scene. The highway was closed about 45 minutes.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Serious Injury Crash - Highway 20 near Suttle Lake (Photos) - 01/23/10
Oregon State Police troopers are continuing the investigation into a four vehicle crash that seriously injured two people on Highway 20 near Suttle Lake.

On January 23, 2010 at approximately 9:43 a.m. a Subaru station wagon driven by KIM BARRY, age 48, from Sisters, was westbound on Highway 20 near milepost 88 negotiating a curve prior to Suttle Lake when she lost control on the icy roadway. The Subaru traveled off the highway, overturned and came to rest on the highway's north side embankment. A westbound 1987 Ford Bronce driven by MARK WHITE, age 46, from Veneta, was following the Subaru and also lost control. It rotated into the eastbound lane and was struck in the passenger side by an eastbound Ford Explorer driven by WAYNE JOHNSON, age 81, from Eugene. A third eastbound vehicle, a Volvo four-door driven by CYNTHIA WORFFORD, age 53, from Corvallis, crashed into on of the involved vehicle.

All occupants of the Ford Broncos and Explorer were transported by ambulance to St. Charles Medical Center in Bend. WHITE may be treated and released. His two passengers identified as DOYLE FOSTER, age 48, and NELTY BURGGRAF, age 36, both from Veneta, were admitted with serious injuries.

JOHNSON and his passenger DEWAYNE WAFFORD, age 60, from Eugene, had non-life threatening injuries.

OSP troopers from the Bend Area Command office, with the assistance of an OSP collision reconstructionist, are continuing the investigation.

Deschutes County Sheriff's Office, Black Butte Police Department and ODOT assisted at the scene along with local fire and medical personnel. The highway was closed after the crash and re-opened to one lane about 12:20 p.m. It was completely re-opened at 2:30 p.m.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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OSP Traffic Stop Leads to 12 lbs. of Marijuana, Arrest of Idaho Man near Lakeview (Photo) - 01/23/10
An Oregon State Police (OSP) traffic stop in the Lakeview area Wednesday led to the arrest of an Idaho man following the discovery of about 12 pounds of marijuana in his vehicle.

On January 20, 2010 at approximately 8:00 p.m., an OSP trooper stopped a 2009 GMC Canyon driven by JACOB MORGAN LEE, age 37, from Eagle, Idaho on Highway 395 near milepost 142 for several traffic violations. Subsequent investigation during the course of the traffic stop led to the discovery of about 12 pounds of marijuana with an estimated value of $30,000.

LEE was arrested and lodged in the Lake County Jail for Unlawful Possession and Delivery of a Controlled Substance - Marijuana.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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INJURY HIT AND RUN CRASH (DOUGLAS COUNTY) - 01/22/10
A Sutherlin man was arrested Friday evening following a hit and run motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian.

According to Sgt. Steve Mitchell, on January 22, 2010, at about 5:55 PM, a 1994 Toyota Tercel, operated by, LAROY COBB, age 38, from Sutherlin, was westbound on Garden Valley Blvd in Roseburg approaching the Interstate 5 interchange. A pedestrian, GRACE SNYDER, age 17, from Roseburg was crossing the northbound on ramp at the Garden Valley Interchange.

COBB turned onto the northbound on ramp and struck SNYDER while she was crossing the on ramp with the left front of his vehicle. After the crash COBB fled the scene and went northbound on Interstate 5. Responding officers with the Roseburg Police Department (RPD)and the Oregon State Police (OSP) were able to quickly get a description of COBB'S vehicle and an attempt to locate was put out.

A Sutherlin Police Officer overheard the attempt to locate and set up in the area of the 136 Interchange. A short time later, the Sutherlin Police Officer located COBB'S vehicle and stopped COBB. Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers responded to Sutherlin and arrested COBB for Failure to Perform the Duties of a Driver (Felony), Recklessly Endangering, and Assault IV. Additionally, COBB was cited for No Operator's License and for Fail to Stop and Remain stopped for a Pedestrian. SNYDER was treated at the scene and later transported to Mercy Medical Center with minor injuries.

Oregon State Police (OSP) was assisted at the scene by (OSP) Criminal Division, Roseburg Police Department and Roseburg Fire Department. Additionally, Sutherlin Police Department assisted in the apprehension of COBB. Troopers from the Roseburg Area Command are continuing their investigation into the crash.

Death Investigation - McIver State Park near Estacada - 01/21/10
Oregon State Police (OSP) detectives are continuing the investigation after a 43-year old southwest Portland man was found deceased from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound Thursday at McIver State Park near Estacada. The man's name is withheld to allow family to complete next of kin notifications.

On January 21, 2010 at approximately 12:15 p.m. a hiker found a deceased male at McIver State Park in the area of the lower boat ramp west parking lot. After the hiker notified park personnel, OSP troopers and detectives responded to the scene. Investigation is continuing with the help of the Clackamas County Medical Examiner's Office. A handgun was found near the man and his vehicle was in the parking lot.

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BENT Drug Team Arrests Two Hermiston Men (Photos) - 01/21/10
Two Hermiston-area men were arrested Wednesday by members of the interagency Blue Mountain Enforcement Narcotics Team (BENT) after an investigation led to the seizure of nearly 100 grams of crystal methamphetamine and over $8,600 cash.

On January 20, 2010 BENT detectives served a search warrant at 1215 SE 11th Street, Unit 45, in Hermiston related to a drug investigation. Subsequent search led to the seizure of approximately 98 grams of crystal methamphetamine and $8,641 cash. The estimated street value of the seized crystal methamphetamine is about $10,000.

Detectives arrested two individuals identified as:

* HUMBERTO GORROZQUIETA ANDRADE, age 28, for Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance, Frequenting/Maintaining a Place Where Controlled Substances are Used, and Unlawful Delivery of a Controlled Substance.

* CAITLAHUAC ANDRES GUERRA-PANIAGUA, age 29, for Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument and a Failure to Appear warrant.

Both men were lodged in the Umatilla County Jail and currently have INS Holds placed on them.

BENT is comprised of detectives from Oregon State Police Drug Enforcement Section, Umatilla County Sheriff's Office, Morrow County Sheriff's Office, Pendleton Police Department, Hermiston Police Department, Milton-Freewater Police Department, Umatilla Tribal Police Department, and Drug Enforcement Administration.

Photograph Source: Umatilla County Sheriff's Office

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Two Men Sentenced Following OSP Investigation into Unlawful Taking of Flat Abalone along Southern Oregon Coast (Photos) - 01/21/10
An investigation by the Oregon State Police Fish & Wildlife Division Special Investigations Unit (SIU) led to the conviction and sentencing of two Gold Beach-area men related to activities surrounding the unlawful taking of Flat Abalone along the southern Oregon coast. One of the men convicted, KEVIN LEE HIERSCHE, age 51, was the only person in Oregon to be issued a permit by the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) to harvest wild Flat Abalone. He was also the only person legally allowed to commercially harvest wild abalone along North America's west coast.

"Mr. Hiersche was entrusted with a tremendous privilege, but greed and temptation led him to violate that trust in the worst possible way," said OSP SIU Sergeant David Anderson. The OSP SIU is primarily responsible for conducting in-depth and complex investigations of individuals or groups in violation of the fish and wildlife laws and regulations, with specific emphasis on those violators that are flagrant or illegally commercializing our state's fish and wildlife resources.

In March 2009, OSP investigators served a search warrant at HIERSCHE's residence and seized evidence including personal log and invoice books. Thirty pounds of frozen, vacuum sealed Flat Abalone was also seized that HIERSCHE and DANIEL WILLIAM WRIGHT, age 40, illegally harvested in 2009 without a valid permit. WRIGHT assisted as a ‘tender' while HIERSCHE dove from his boat named the "Jerry Lee".

HIERSCHE admitted to investigators he reported false harvest poundage, and a review of seized personal log books revealed he exceeded annual allowable harvest amounts in 7 of the 8 years he had a permit.

In August 2009, a Curry County Grand Jury indicted HIERSCHE on 44 misdemeanor and felony counts and WRIGHT on five felony counts.

This month, both men entered guilty pleas and received the following sentences in Curry County Circuit Court:

HIERSCHE
* One count of Unlawful Taking of Flat Abalone Closed Season (class C felony)
* Two counts of Unlawful Taking of Flat Abalone Closed Season (class A misdemeanor)
* One count of No Wholesalers License (class A misdemeanor)
* One count of Falsifying Business Records (class A misdemeanor)

He was sentenced to:
* 40 days in jail
* 36 months probation
* 120 hours community service
* $21,000 in fines
* Pay $18,538 in restitution to ODFW
* Ordered to have no contact with WRIGHT

WRIGHT
* One count of Unlawful Taking of Flat Abalone Closed Season (class C felony)

He was sentenced to:
* 10 days in jail
* 18 months probation
* $2,500 fine
* Pay $5,000 restitution to ODFW
* Pay $800 attorney fees
* Ordered to have no contact with HIERSCHE

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Serious Injury Traffic Crash - Highway 35 / Mt. Hood Meadows Access Road - 01/21/10
Two people were injured Wednesday afternoon when the vehicle they were in collided with a school bus on Highway 35 near the Mt. Hood Meadows Access Road. None of the nearly 25 high school age children on the bus were injured.

According to Oregon State Police (OSP) Trooper Michael Reel, on January 20, 2010 at approximately 5:15 p.m. a school bus driven by DONALD CARLSON, age 76, from Milwaukie, was slowing down on Highway 35 approaching the Mt. Hood Meadows Access Road to stop and install chains when it was struck head-on by an out-of-control 1993 Toyota Landcruiser. The Toyota was coming down hill when its driver, TERRELL L. HOLLINGSWORTH, age 44, from Mosier, lost control on ice before the collision.

Neither CARLSON nor any of the estimated 25 bus passengers were injured. There is no other information about the passengers or what school or activity they were associated with.

HOLLINGSWORTH received minor injuries. His passenger, DENISE BAKER, age 46, from Hood River, was seriously injured. Both were transported by Parkdale Ambulance to Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital.

Both drivers and the injured passenger were using safety restraints.

The bus was not drivable Mt. Hood Meadows employees stepped up with their resources to get the bus passengers to the ski area for the evening. An alternate bus came later to pick up the passengers and return them home.

ODOT and Parkdale Fire / Ambulance also assisted.

No photographs available for release.

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OSP New Year's Holiday Weekend Traffic Stop Helping Solve Curry County Burglaries and Mail Thefts (Photos) - 01/19/10
An Oregon State Police (OSP) traffic stop over the New Year's holiday weekend in the Brookings' area has led to the solving of numerous residential burglaries, mail thefts, and ID theft cases.

On January 2, 2010 at approximately 12:50 a.m. OSP Trooper Byron Spini stopped a possible intoxicated driver in a 1998 Volkswagen Jetta. The car had two occupants identified as driver RENEE YVONNE SCHMACHER, age 47, and passenger STEVEN JOHN SPECHT, age 23, both from Brookings. Subsequent investigation led to SCHMACHER's arrest for Driving Under the Influence of Drugs, and the discovery inside the car of nearly two ounces of Methamphetamine, evidence associated with illegal drug distribution, and a concealed loaded firearm.

Prior to the traffic stop, SPECHT, who is a convicted felon, was seen driving the car. SPECHT was also arrested for Felon in Possession of a Firearm, and Unlawful Possession, Distribution, and Manufacture of a Controlled Substance. During the arrest he was found in possession of stolen credit cards.

Trooper Spini's ongoing investigation led to a search warrant being issued for a vehicle search. While executing the search warrant on January 5th, the trooper found a woman's purse, stolen jewelry, stolen antique coins and credit cards, and numerous pieces of mail belonging to other people.

Evidence obtained since the original traffic stop has helped solve four residential burglaries and 36 cases of mail theft. Most of the crimes were previously reported to area law enforcement agencies. Additional charges against SCHMACHER and SPECHT are pending.

Trooper Spini is one of OSP's newest members at the Gold Beach office after he was hired through the Career Officer Lateral Entry Employment Program. Prior to joining OSP, he worked for Brookings Police Department and Curry County Sheriff's Office.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Coos Bay Man Arrested Following Elude, Crash on Highway 42 near Coos / Douglas County Line (Photos) - 01/19/10
Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers, with the assistance of Winston Police Department and Douglas County Sheriff's Office, arrested a Coos Bay man Monday afternoon on multiple charges following an extensive attempt to elude and subsequent crash in a stolen car on Highway 42 near the Coos / Douglas county line.

According to OSP Sergeant Steve Mitchell, on January 18, 2010 at approximately 4:20 p.m. OSP Southern Area Command Center dispatch notified troopers of a stolen silver Cadillac Catera out of North Bend that was last seen in the Myrtle Point area. A second report was received that the stolen car was eastbound on Highway 42 in the Camas Valley area operated by a possibly intoxicated male with a history of assault against police officers.

OSP Troopers Jason Stedman and Brian Jewell set up two miles west of Winston with Douglas County Sheriff's Office and Winston police staged near Douglas High School to assist if needed.

Trooper Stedman saw the stolen Cadillac eastbound and followed it to the Brockway truck scales where he and Trooper Jewell stopped it. The operator refused to comply with the troopers' instructions and pulled back onto the roadway, making a u-turn and headed westbound.

With emergency lights and siren activated, the troopers and officers followed the Cadillac at speeds between 60 and 80 mph westbound on Highway 42. The driver periodically would come to a stop in the highway and then again speed off with the officers following.

After following the Cadillac for approximately 38 miles, the driver lost control near milepost 71 while negotiating a slight left curve. The car traveled off the highway, struck a rock wall embankment and went airborne before rolling and coming to a stop on its wheels.

The driver, identified as DANIEL WILLIAM DURAN, age 49, from Coos Bay, was subsequently arrested at 5:15 p.m. and examined at the scene by medical responders. DURAN was cleared from further medical treatment and transported to the Douglas County Jail. He was lodged on the following charges:

* Felony Attempt to Elude in a Vehicle
* Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle
* DUII
* Reckless Driving
* Recklessly Endangering Another Person

Photograph Sources
Duran Photo - Douglas County Sheriff's Office
Crash Scene Photo - Oregon State Police

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Update #2: Names Released - Serious Injury Traffic Crash - Highway 212 near SE 130th Avenue (Photos) - 01/19/10
The Oregon State Police (OSP) investigation into Monday evening's three vehicle serious injury crash on Highway 212 between SE 130th and SE 135th is continuing. The names of the three involved drivers and additional photographs are available with this release.

On January 18, 2010 at approximately 7:30 p.m. driving complaints were called in to Clackamas County 9-1-1 and OSP Northern Command Center dispatch of a car westbound on Highway 212 from the Damascus area failing to maintain a single lane of travel. At 7:35 p.m. a report of a three-vehicle crash was received in the eastbound lanes of Highway 212 east of SE 130th Avenue involving the vehicle, a 1992 Oldsmobile 88 four-door, that was the subject of the previous driving complaints.

The OSP investigation indicates the westbound Oldsmobile driven by LINDA MARIE MANERY, age 52, from southeast Portland, was traveling about 45 mph when it crossed the paved center median into the eastbound lanes and collided into the left front side of an eastbound PGE service truck driven by GERRY G. HILLYARD, age 53, from Gresham. An eastbound 2004 Honda Pilot driven by BARBARA ANN HERGET, age 72, from Sandy, collided into the back of the PGE truck.

MANERY was seriously injured and pinned inside. Clackamas Fire District #1 personnel worked about 20 minutes before extricating her. She was taken by ambulance to a second nearby location and then transported by LifeFlight to Oregon Health Sciences University. She was using safety restraints and her car's airbag's deployed.

HILLYARD complained of pain but was not transported for treatment. HERGET was not injured. Both were using safety restraints.

OSP troopers from the Portland Area Command office are conducting the investigation. Clackamas County Sheriff's Office, Clackamas Fire District #1 and ODOT assisted at the scene.

Photograph Sources:
1 – 2: Clackamas Fire District #1
3 – 5: Oregon State Police

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Name Correction: 19-Year Old Driver Arrested Following Serious Injury Traffic Crash near Vida - 01/18/10
(Correction to Curtis' first name to read JACOB)

A 19-year old Eugene resident was arrested by Oregon State Police (OSP) following a Sunday afternoon two-vehicle traffic crash on Highway 126E near Vida that resulted in serious injuries to a Eugene woman.

According to OSP Recruit Trooper Mike Pelkey, on January 17, 2010 at approximately 4:10 p.m. a 1995 Acura Integra driven by JACOB A. CURTIS, age 19, from Eugene, was westbound on Highway 126E near milepost 23 when it crossed the centerline and crashed head-on with an eastbound 1996 Nissan two door.

The Nissan's driver, CANDACE LEE CHITTY, age 63, from Eugene, was seriously injured. She was transported by ambulance to Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend.

CURTIS was transported by ambulance with minor injuries to Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend. After being treated and released, OSP arrested CURTIS and lodged him in the Lane County Jail for the following charges:

* DUII
* Reckless Driving
* Recklessly Endangering Another Person
* Assault in the Third Degree

He was also cited for Failure to Drive Within a Lane, Possession of an Open Container of Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle, Minor in Possession of Alcohol, and Refusing a Breath Test.

Safety restraint use information and photographs are not available.

One lane was closed for about one hour. OSP was assisted by local emergency responding agencies.

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DUII Driver Arrested After Crashing into Stopped Sherwood Police Car (Photos) - 01/17/10
Oregon State Police (OSP) arrested a Newberg-area man early Sunday morning for DUII after he crashed into a stationary Sherwood Police Department patrol car on Highway 99W in Sherwood. The Sherwood police officer was transported to an area hospital for treatment of a possible minor injury.

According to OSP Trooper Scott Kinch, on January 17, 2010 at approximately 1:47 a.m., Sherwood Police Officer JEFFREY FITZPATRICK, age 44, was seated in his stationary 2008 Ford Crown Victoria patrol car on the southbound side of Highway 99W near milepost 15. A southbound 1998 Toyota Avalon driven by PAUL D. McGIVERIN, age 29, from Newberg, was traveling approximately 45 mph when it drifted onto the shoulder and crashed into the back of the patrol car.

Subsequent investigation by Trooper Kinch led to the arrest of McGIVERIN for DUII. He was lodged in the Washington County Jail.

FITZPATRICK was transported by Metro West Ambulance to Meridian Park Hospital for treatment of possible injury. He was released after an examination. Questions regarding Officer FITZPATRICK should be directed to Sherwood Police Department.

Both were using safety restraints.

No jail photograph available at this time.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Serious Injury Traffic Crash - Highway 126 near Prineville (Photos) - 01/17/10
Two people were injured, one seriously, early Sunday morning after their vehicle traveled off Highway 126 near Prineville and collided with a power pole. Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers from the Bend Area Command office are continuing the investigation.

According to OSP Trooper Todd Burke, on January 17, 2010 at approximately 01:57 a.m. a 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier driven by GARY THOMAS DAVIS, age 26, from LaPine, was traveling westbound on Highway 126 near milepost 12 when he lost control negotiating a right corner. The car crossed into the oncoming lane and traveled off the roadway as DAVIS lost control. The car continued off the right side of the roadway onto the gravel shoulder and collided with a power pole, coming to rest on its passenger side.

DAVIS received minor injuries and was self admitted to Pioneer Memorial Hospital in Prineville.

Passenger DAVID EVERITT RAVER, age 54, from Bend, received serious injuries and was transported by air-ambulance to St. Charles Medical Center in Bend.

Both occupants were reportedly using safety restraints.

Crook County Sheriffs Office, Crook County Fire and Medical personnel, and ODOT assisted at the scene.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Nine Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash - Highway 101 north of Florence (Photos) - 01/17/10
Nine people were injured, three seriously, Saturday afternoon in a two-vehicle head-on crash on Highway 101 about five miles north of the Sea Lion Caves on the Oregon coast. Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers are continuing the investigation into the crash that closed the highway for about three hours.

According to OSP Sergeant Andy Kenyon, preliminary investigation indicates on January 16, 2010 at approximately 3:40 p.m. a 2003 Audi sedan driven by BRANDON SCHOOLEY, age 19, from Eugene, was northbound on Highway 101 near milepost 174. As SCHOOLEY was negotiating a sharp curve he crossed the centerline and collided head-on with a southbound 2001 Toyota Camry driven by HAN KIM, age 25, from Eugene.

OSP troopers from the Florence and Newport offices, Lane County Sheriff's Office deputies, a US Forest Service officer, and emergency responders from Siuslaw Fire Department, Western Lane Ambulance, South Lincoln County Ambulance, Lincoln county area EMS units, and ODOT all responded to the crash.

All nine vehicle occupants were using safety restraints and transported by ambulance to various hospitals.

SCHOOLEY and his three passengers were transported to Good Samaritan Hospital in Corvallis where they were treated for minor injuries and released. Audi passengers are identified as:

* NICHOLAS A .TORRES, age 20, from Eugene
* SAMANTHA J. FRESE, age 17, from Cottage Grove
* FELICIA M. BALDWIN, age 17, from Cottage Grove

HAN KIM was transported to Peace Harbor Hospital in Florence where he was treated for minor injuries and released. Toyota passengers are believed to be living in the Eugene area and may be students at the University of Oregon. They are identified as:

* ESTHER KING, age 21, transported to Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend with serious injuries
* DAVID CHAI, age 25, transported to Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend with critical injuries
* BIN SEO, age 19, transported to Good Samaritan Hospital in Corvallis with serious injuries
* MINHYE PARK, age 21, transported to Good Samaritan Hospital in Corvallis and treated and released with minor injuries

No other information available for release at this time.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Serious Injury Vehicle / Pedestrian Crash - Highway 26 east of Sandy - 01/16/10
A southeast Portland man was seriously injured Saturday night when he was struck by a car as he tried to cross Highway 26 on foot east of Sandy. Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers are continuing the investigation and asking any witnesses to contact OSP.

According to OSP Trooper Michael Reel, on January 16, 2010 at approximately 7:50 p.m. a 2006 Jaguar driven by REGINALD BOYLE, age 77, from Sandy, was eastbound on Highway 26 near milepost 26 when he struck a pedestrian trying to cross the highway from the north side to the south side. The pedestrian, identified as ALAM SALOIS, age 31, from southeast Portland, was seriously injured and transported by AMR ambulance to Legacy Emanuel Hospital. His injuries are non-life threatening.

BOYLE was using safety restraints and wasn't injured.

OSP was assisted at the scene by Sandy Fire Department and other local emergency responding agencies.

Any witnesses to the crash or who saw the pedestrian before the crash is asked to contact Trooper Reel at (503) 731-3020 ext. 402.

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Serious Injury Traffic Crash - Highway 126E west of Vida (Photo) - 01/16/10
An 18-year old Vida-area girl was seriously injured Saturday morning in a two vehicle traffic crash on Highway 126E west of Vida.

According to OSP Senior Trooper Jamin Van Meter, on January 16th, 2010, at approximately 10:35 a.m. a 1996 Saturn sedan driven by JENNIFER LEIGH HANCHETT, age 18, from Vida, was turning westbound onto Highway 126E from Goodpasture Road. As HANCHETT pulled out to make the turn her car was struck by an eastbound 1999 Ford pickup driven by CHARLES JULES De SULLY III, age 33, from Springfield. After impact DE SULLY was able to move the pickup from the road.

A Lane County Deputy was in the area and arrived shortly after the crash occurred, rendering aid to HANCHETT. McKenzie Fire and Rescue responded and HANCHETT was transported to Riverbend Hospital by ambulance. She was using safety restraints.

DE SULLY was not injured.

OSP troopers from the Springfield Area Command office were assisted by the Lane County Sheriff's Office, McKenzie River Fire and Rescue, and ODOT.

The highway was limited to one lane of travel for approximately 2 hours.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Update: Name Released - Death Investigation - Interstate 84 / Mosier (Photos) - 01/16/10
Oregon State Police (OSP) and the Wasco County Medical Examiner are continuing the investigation into the circumstances that led to the death of an ODOT employee found early Saturday morning in a creek bed below Interstate 84 just east of the Mosier interchange. The man's name is being released after his body was found by an OSP trooper and ODOT employee following a brief search in the area where his unoccupied ODOT vehicle was found. There is no indication the death was the result of a crime and an autopsy is going to be scheduled.

On January 16, 2010 at approximately 4:36 a.m. OSP Northern Command Center dispatch was contacted by ODOT after an employee found one of their vehicles unoccupied in the right eastbound lane of Interstate 84 near milepost 69 with the driver's door open and the rotating yellow beacon light activated. The location was in a highway construction work zone about 200 yards east of the Mosier interchange where the freeway bridges a creek bed.

An OSP trooper was called out from their residence to respond and investigate. Additional information indicated PAUL E. EWERS, age 55, from Mosier, was scheduled to go off duty at 3:00 a.m. and was last seen by another employee about 2:00 a.m. in The Dalles at which time he left driving west to check the freeway lanes prior to ending his work schedule. When EWERS had not been heard or seen from at the end of his shift, another ODOT employee drove west in an attempt to locate him and found the unoccupied vehicle.

The trooper and ODOT employee searched the area and spotted EWERS' body at 5:24 a.m. approximately 36 feet below the freeway lanes in Mosier Creek. He had fallen through a gap between the east and westbound lanes where the freeway spans Mosier Creek. The trooper went down and confirmed EWERS was deceased.

OSP troopers from The Dalles Area Command office are continuing the investigation.

Anyone who was traveling on Interstate 84 in the Mosier area early Saturday morning between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 3:00 a.m. that may have seen the ODOT vehicle and/or an ODOT employee wearing a reflective vest near the parked vehicle is asked to contact OSP Northern Command Center dispatch at 800-452-7888.

Questions for ODOT should be directed to Peter Murphy, ODOT Public Affairs, at (541) 325-2258.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Initiating False Police Report Sentence Includes Restitution to Investigating Police Agencies - 01/15/10
An Aurora-area woman was sentenced last Friday in Linn County Circuit Court following a conviction for Initiating a False Police Report after multiple agencies investigated an alleged report she was kidnapped and sexually assaulted last summer. The sentence included an ordered to repay over $8,000 to police agencies for costs incurred to investigate the original complaint.

On June 28, 2009, NICOLE ANN PEDERSEN, age 28, went to the Albany General Hospital emergency room to report she had been kidnapped and sexually assaulted over a three day period by an unknown male. PEDERSEN had also been reported missing by family members to Aurora Police Department.

Oregon State Police (OSP) Criminal Investigations Division detectives were called out during the middle of the night to initiate an investigation. During the next ten days, OSP troopers from Springfield, Albany and Salem offices assisted along with investigators from Aurora and Scappoose police departments. The investigation determined PEDERSEN consensually spent the weekend with a male friend and she was subsequently charged in Linn County Circuit Court with Initiating a False Police Report.

On January 8, 2010, PEDERSEN was sentenced in court to 36 months probation, 48 hours in jail, court costs, and she was ordered to pay $8,034.40 in restitution to OSP and Aurora Police Department. Of the restitution amount, OSP is to receive $5,631.28.

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OSP Enforcement Statistics for Wednesday's Enhanced Patrol Effort on Interstate 5 in Marion County - 01/14/10
On January 13, 2009 between 6:00 a.m. and midnight, Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers from the Salem Area Command office focused enforcement efforts on Interstate 5 between milepost 241 and 280. The enhanced enforcement effort will focus on traffic laws, including the new cell phone law and the "Move Over" law.

A dozen participating OSP troopers reported the following enforcement information related to about 100 traffic stops during the period:

* 10 citations issued for violation of the "Move Over" law
* 39 warnings issued for violation of the "Move Over" law
* No citations and 4 warnings issued for "Operating a Motor Vehicle While Using a Mobile Communication Device"
* 21 citations issued for other traffic violations including speed, Careless Driving, and Driving While Suspended
* 50 warnings issued for other traffic violations

OSP troopers working along the targeted Interstate 5 area were encouraged by the high rate of apparent compliance with Oregon's new cell phone law. Most drivers on the freeway were complying with the new law by being equipped with hands-free accessories or not talking on cell phones.

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Non-Injury Truck Crash - Interstate 5 south of Albany (Photos) - 01/13/10
A commercial truck driver was uninjured in a Wednesday morning traffic crash when he passed out after choking on food he was eating while driving on Interstate 5 south of Albany.

According to Oregon State Police (OSP) Lieutenant Mark Cotter, on January 13, 2010 at approximately 12:20 p.m. a commercial truck was southbound on Interstate 5 near milepost 222. The truck's driver, ANDREW QUINTERO, age 45, from Los Angeles, California, told the investigating trooper that he was eating chicken when he began to choke and then passed out. The truck and semi-trailer traveled across the center median, coming to rest on the opposite median shoulder with the trailer containing tires overturned.

QUINTERO was using safety restraints and was not injured. He was driving for YRC Inc out of Kansas.

The left northbound lane of Interstate 5 was blocked for a couple hours.

OSP troopers from the Albany Area Command office responded and are completing the investigation. QUINTERO was cited for Failure to Maintain a Single Lane of Travel.

ODOT assisted at the scene.

Photograph Source – Oregon State Police

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Six Men Sentenced in October 2009 Cottage Grove-area Illegal Killing of 4 Bull Elk (Photos) - 01/13/10
Six people involved in the unlawful taking of four bull elk near Cottage Grove in October 2009 pled guilty to numerous wildlife violations in Lane County Circuit Court. The sentence for the person responsible for shooting the elk includes jail time and a lifetime suspension of his hunting privileges.

Oregon State Police (OSP) Fish & Wildlife Division troopers began an investigation into the unlawful shooting of four bull elk on October 20, 2009 in the Melrose wildlife management unit south of Cottage Grove. During the late morning hours the four bull elk described as a 3 point, 5 point, 6 point, and a 6x7 point, were shot on private property south of London Road. Immediately following the incident, OSP Senior Troopers Martin Maher and Marshall Maher had contact with area landowners who reported hunters trespassed on private lands to retrieve the poached bull elks which were part of a year-round herd.

The investigation identified JOHN K. ATWATER, age 50, from Cottage Grove, as the person responsible for shooting the four bull elk. The elk season was not open for the unit in which the elk were killed. After shooting the elk, ATWATER was assisted by his son and four others in retrieving the elk by trespassing onto several different pieces of private property. Some of the elk were removed after they drove their vehicles onto the property where the elk were killed.

During court appearances in late December and early January, the six men pled guilty to several charges related to the investigation. The other men were identified as DUSTIN ATWATER, HOMER RHODES, DAVID PRUITT, BRYAN SHEPARD, and CHRISTOPHER STEVENS. All are from the Cottage Grove and Creswell areas.

JOHN ATWATER pled guilty to:
* Four (4) counts of Unlawful Take of Bull Elk
* Two (2) counts of Hunting on the Enclosed Lands of Another
* Two (2) counts of Borrowing a Big Game Tag
He was sentenced to:
* Forty (40) days in the Lane County Jail
* 24 months probation
* Ordered to pay $6,000 in restitution to ODFW
* $6,674 fine
* Ordered to forfeit his rifle
* Lifetime suspension of hunting privileges

DUSTIN ATWATER, age 26, pled guilty to:
* Aiding in Game Violation
* Criminal Trespass in the Second Degree
He was sentenced to:
* Fifteen (15) days in the Lane County Jail
* 18 months probation
* Ordered to pay $1,500 in restitution to ODFW
* $892 fine
* 48 month hunting license suspension

DAVID PRUITT, age 78, pled guilty to:
* Aiding in Game Violation
* Loaning Big Game Tag
* Hunting while in violation of Criminal Trespass
He was sentenced to:
* 24 months probation
* Ordered to pay $1,500 in restitution to ODFW
* $2,304 fine
* Complete 100 hours of community service
* 36 month hunting license suspension

HOMER RHODES, age 74, pled guilty to:
* Two (2) counts of Aiding in Game Violation
* Loaning Big Game Tag
He was sentenced to:
* 24 months probation
* Ordered to pay $1,500 in restitution to ODFW
* Complete 60 hours of community service

CHRISTOPHER STEVENS, age 35, pled guilty to:
* Aiding in Game Violation
He was sentenced to:
* 24 months probation
* Ordered to pay $1,500 in restitution to ODFW
* $1,202 fine
* Complete 160 hours of community service
* 36 month hunting license suspension

BRYAN SHEPARD, age not available, pled guilty to:
* Aiding in Game Violation
He was sentenced to:
* 24 months probation
* Complete 100 hours of community service
* 24 month hunting license suspension

At the time of the incident the unlawfully killed four bull elk were salvaged by the troopers and the meat was taken to the Eugene Mission.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police (Three photos previously sent with original news release in October)

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OSP Detectives Arrest Garibaldi Man on Allegations Involving Teenage Girl (Photo) - 01/13/10
Detectives from the Oregon State Police (OSP) Criminal Investigations Division arrested a Garibaldi-area man Tuesday afternoon on two charges related to an unlawful sexual relationship with a juvenile female that had occurred in Douglas County. The investigation indicates the man, who is a registered sex offender, has traveled in the past months to Deschutes and Klamath counties. The lead detective is looking into the possibility that there could be other victims.

On January 12, 2010 at approximately 1:25 p.m. OSP detectives arrested DEREK LEON ELLWOOD, age 43, at his place of employment in Garibaldi for Luring a Minor and Online Sexual Corruption of a Child in the First Degree. ELLWOOD, who is a registered sex offender in Oregon following a 1989 conviction for Rape in the Third Degree, was lodged in the Tillamook County Jail. He was working at an area hotel when arrested.

The criminal investigation began in November 2009 into allegations ELLWOOD had been having an inappropriate relationship with a 14-year old female. The investigation by OSP detectives out of the Roseburg Area Command office led to Tuesday's arrest on allegations that the inappropriate contact occurred in Douglas County.

ELLWOOD has also traveled in the past months to Deschutes and Klamath counties. There is a possibility there could be other victims of similar circumstances. Anyone with information on ELLWOOD is asked to contact OSP Detective Teresa Bowersox at (541) 440-3349.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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OSP Traffic Stop Leads to Marijuana and Weapons, One Arrest - Interstate 5 near Eugene (Photos) - 01/12/10
A Nehalem-area man was arrested by Oregon State Police (OSP) during a traffic stop near Eugene after he was found in possession of approximately 1/2 lb. of marijuana and Psilocybin mushrooms. In addition to the drug seizure, firearms, a machete, and Samurai sword were also found inside the man's car.

On January 12, 2010 at 1:50 p.m. and OSP trooper stopped a 1991 Acura four-door driven by GARY MORTENSEN, age 26, from Nehalem, northbound on Interstate 5 near Eugene for an expired vehicle registration and improper lane change violation. Subsequent investigation during the stop led to the discovery of the following:

* two firearms, one of which was an assault style rifle
* knifes
* a machete
* a Samurai sword
* 1/2 lb. of marijuana
* Hashish
* Psilocybin mushrooms
* Digital scales, packaging materials and drug paraphernalia

An OSP drug detection canine assisted during the traffic stop.

MORTENSEN was arrested with incident and lodged in the Lane County Jail for Unlawful Possession and Delivery of Marijuana, and Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance - Psilocybin Mushrooms.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Update: Cape Meares Lighthouse Vandalism Investigation Reward Increases to $5,000 - 01/12/10
The reward to help Oregon State Police in the investigation into this weekend's vandalism to the historic Cape Meares Lighthouse has now increased to $5,000, according to Oregon Parks and Recreation Department officials. Additionally, The Friends of Cape Meares Lighthouse and Wildlife Refuge is accepting donations to help pay for costs to repair the damage previously estimated at over $50,000.

According to Chris Havel, Associate Director for Oregon Parks & Recreation Department, the reward fund jumped overnight after their department put in $1,000 to go with donations given to The Friends of Cape Meares increasing their organization's amount to $4,000. The reward is for information leading to an arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible in this case.

The investigation indicates on the afternoon of January 9 and noon on January 10, 2010 an unknown vehicle reportedly drove down a blocked maintenance road to the Cape Meares Lighthouse viewing area ten miles west of Tillamook. Several rounds were fired breaking 15 windows of the lighthouse and several pieces of a historic Fresnel lens. Additional rounds were fired into an active Coast Guard light and surrounding equipment. While driving off the maintenance road the suspect vehicle caused significant damage to a grassy area.

Cape Lookout State Park Manager Pete Marvin reported the lighthouse lenses were very old with much historical value and are irreplaceable.

Cape Meares Lighthouse went into service January 1890. The lighthouse lens was manufactured in Paris, France and shipped around Cape Horn up to Oregon, arriving for installation prior to the date the lighthouse went into service.

Havel confirmed the park remains closed and that The Friends of Cape Meares are accepting donations for repairs through their website:

http://www.capemeareslighthouse.org/html/news_events.html

Representatives from the State Historic Preservation Office are heading to the site today to inspect the damage.

Information about the Cape Meares State Scenic Viewing area, which is currently closed in response to this incident, is available at:

http://www.oregonstateparks.org/park_181.php

Anyone with information to help in the OSP investigation is asked to call the OSP Northern Command Center dispatch at 800-452-7888.

Link to the first news release with photographs is available on the OSP website at:

http://www.oregon.gov/OSP/NEWSRL/news/01_11_2010_capemeares_lighthouse_vandalism.shtml

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OSP Plans Increased Enforcement Wednesday on Interstate 5 in Marion County (Photos) - 01/12/10
Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers are planning a special enforcement effort Wednesday to educate and increase compliance along Interstate 5 in Marion County. The enhanced enforcement effort will focus on traffic laws, including the new cell phone law and the "Move Over" law.

On January 13, 2010 OSP troopers from the Salem Area Command office will focus enforcement efforts on Interstate 5 between milepost 241 (Linn/Marion County Line) and milepost 280 (Marion/Clackamas County Line). The increased enforcement will start at 6:00 a.m. and continue to midnight.

"Our goals are highway safety, prevent crashes and to continue to educate people through highly visible enforcement of our laws," said OSP Sergeant Derek Bischoff.

Bischoff noted the "Move Over" law has been in effect for six years and recently was changed to include two more clarifications:

* The original law specified law enforcement, fire and ambulance vehicles displaying required warning lights. Drivers must now also move over or slow down when roadside assistance or tow vehicles are providing help along our highways.
* "Slow down" means reducing speed by at least 5 mph below the posted speed limit if making a lane change is unsafe or not required.

In addition to targeting dangerous driving behavior, OSP troopers will be on the lookout for drivers operating a motor vehicle while using a mobile communication device (cell phone law). This new law is a primary offense, meaning that a police officer may stop a driver solely for using a cell phone without using a hands-free accessory or texting while driving.

Enforcement and education efforts toward the new cell phone law since January 1st have been helped by a special message on several ODOT variable message boards over Interstate 5. The message is simple: "NEW PHONE LAW – HANDS FREE ONLY – NO TEXTING".

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police & ODOT

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Oregon State Police Portland Area Command Office Information - 01/12/10
Oregon State Police (OSP) has now resumed normal business operations, including sex offender registration-related business, at the OSP Portland Area Command's facility off Highway 224 at 8085 Deer Creek lane in the Milwaukie area. Since late June 2009, OSP sex offender registration-related business was being done at the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office North Station location. Individuals required to complete sex offender registration business may continue to do so at their local law enforcement agency or at the OSP Portland Area Command office.

The OSP Portland Area Command main office number is (503) 731-3020. Mailing address is:

Oregon State Police Portland Area Command
PO Box 709
Clackamas, Oregon 97015

All Portland metro area OSP business is available at this location for the Patrol Services Division, Fish & Wildlife Division, Criminal Investigations Division, Arson & Explosives Section, State Fire Marshal, Drug Enforcement Section, and Gaming Enforcement Division.

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OSP Trooper Helping Disabled Motorist South of Bend Finds 3 lbs. of Marijuana; Two Facing Charges (Photos) - 01/11/10
A routine Oregon State Police disabled motorist assist Friday evening near Bend led to the arrest of two people on marijuana possession charges. Three pounds of marijuana and other evidence were seized related to the arrests.

On January 8, 2010 an OSP trooper stopped to assist a disabled motorist alongside Highway 97 south of Bend. The vehicle was occupied by CONSTANCE WHEALE, age 43, and JEFFERY CARLSON, age 33, both from Shady Cove. During the contact the trooper ended up discovering 3 pounds of marijuana, packaging materials and other evidence.

WHEALE was arrested and lodged in the Deschutes County Jail for Unlawful Possession, Delivery and Manufacture of a Controlled Substance – Marijuana.

CARLSON was cited to appear in Deschutes County Circuit Court for Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance – Marijuana.

Estimated value of the seized marijuana is $7,500.

OSP Drug Enforcement Section detectives are continuing the investigation.

Photograph Sources:
Wheale photo – Deschutes County Sheriff's Office
Marijuana photo – Oregon State Police

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AMBER Alert Awareness Day - January 13, 2010 - 01/11/10
Thirteen years since the abduction and murder of Amber Hagerman in Arlington, Texas, January 13, 2010, commemorates the nation's fourth AMBER Alert Awareness Day. Since that tragic day in 1997, AMBER Alert programs have played a role in the recovery of nearly 500 children. Last year there were 3 AMBER Alert activations in Oregon, all of which ended in the safe recovery of a child.

Nationwide, there are 29 regional, 38 local, and statewide plans in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. In November 2002, the State of Oregon announced its implementation of a statewide AMBER Alert Plan. Oregon's AMBER Alert Plan - America's Missing Broadcast Emergency Response - is a voluntary partnership between law enforcement agencies and local broadcasters to send an emergency alert to the public when a child has been abducted and it is believed the child's life is in danger.

Oregon's AMBER Plan Criteria are:

1. Law enforcement confirms a child has been abducted (*)
2. The child is 17 years or younger
3. The child may be in danger of serious bodily harm or death
4. There is enough descriptive information about the child, abductor, and/or suspect's vehicle to believe an immediate broadcast alert will help.
5. The child's name and other critical data elements - including the child abduction (CA) and AMBER Alert (AA) flags will/have been entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) system.

(* This alert system is not to be used when a child runs away or involves a custodial situation.)

Oregon State Police is the designated law enforcement agency which local law enforcement agencies contact to initiate an AMBER Alert. When all the AMBER guidelines and criteria have been met, the AMBER Alert Plan is activated using the AMBER Web Portal. Since Oregon's AMBER Alert plan implementation, there have been 15 activations and the successful recovery of 17 children.

The following is a brief review of Oregon's 2009 AMBER Alert activations:

* On March 2nd Oregon launched an AMBER Alert related to a reported abduction of a 3-year-old girl in Yreka, California. The child was found safe by California Highway Patrol in northern California and her alleged abductor arrested.
* On April 22nd an AMBER Alert was activated in Oregon related to the reported abduction of a 5-year-old boy in Hines. The child was found safe by Humboldt County Sheriff's Office and Nevada Highway Patrol after being sighted near Denio, Nevada just across the border. Both suspects were detained.
* On July 22nd an AMBER Alert was activated in Oregon related to a reported missing 12-year-old girl believed to be in danger. The girl was found safe in Myrtle Creek and her 40-year old father was arrested on a felony child abuse charge.

Oregon's AMBER Alert plan sends out alerts through radio and television, highway advisory signs, email and to wireless subscribers who opt to receive the text messages on their wireless devices. Anyone may sign-up at no cost to be notified of Oregon's AMBER Alerts through the AMBER Alert Web Portal.

Unfortunately, Oregon and many states around the country noted several incidents of false text message alerts during the last couple years. Many of these so-called AMBER Alerts that circulate by text message and e-mail involve cases that had already been resolved or were outright hoaxes.

Oregon's co-AMBER Alert Review Committee chairs, Klamath County Sheriff Tim Evinger and OSP Lieutenant Molly Cotter, reminds everyone that AMBER Alerts coming from an official source provides initial notification, updates, and a cancellation.

"AMBER Alerts from unknown sources could lead to a delayed response from the public and jeopardizes the integrity of the entire AMBER Alert plan. Forwarding text messages can circulate indefinitely without a cancellation, so don't forward this message if you receive something similar without knowing it is a confirmed AMBER Alert" said Evinger and Cotter.

Oregon joins the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children encouraging all wireless subscribers to sign up for Wireless AMBER Alerts. More information about Wireless AMBER Alerts and national AMBER Alert Awareness Day is available at:
http://www.missingkids.com/missingkids/servlet/PageServlet?LanguageCountry=en_US&Pageld=3902

Information about the AMBER Alert Plan in Oregon is available at the Oregon State Police web site at: http://www.oregon.gov/OSP/AMBERLERT/index.shtml

More information about Amber Alert's is available at www.amberalert.gov

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Fatal Vehicle / Pedestrian Crash - Highway 42S east of Bandon (Photo) - 01/11/10
Oregon State Police (OSP), with the assistance of the interagency Coos County Crash Team, is continuing the investigation into Monday morning's fatal auto / pedestrian crash that resulted in the death of a Bandon man on Highway 42S east of the Bandon city limits. According to ODOT's Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), this is the first traffic fatality in Oregon for 2010.

According to OSP Recruit Trooper Khris Brandon, on January 11, 2010 at approximately 6:22 a.m. a 2005 Dodge Stratus four-door driven by BRENDA RAE WILSON, age 46, from Bandon, was westbound on Highway 42S near milepost 1 traveling through a slight right curve when her car struck a man walking in the westbound lane. The conditions were dark and the man, identified as RANDALL EARL TOURNEY, age 49, from Bandon, was wearing dark clothing.

TOURNEY was pronounced deceased at the scene. He lived about 1/2 mile from the scene.

WILSON was not injured. She was using safety restraints.

OSP troopers from Coos Bay Area Command office are continuing the investigation.

Bandon Police Department, ODOT and the Coos County Crash team assisted. Representatives of the interagency crash team were from Coos County Sheriff's Office, Coos Bay Police Department, North Bend Police Department and Coquille Police Department.

The highway was closed to one lane until about 9:45 a.m.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Reward Offered in Investigation of Illegal Kill and Waste of 4 Deer in Central Oregon (Photo) - 01/11/10
Oregon State Police (OSP) Fish & Wildlife Division is asking for the public's help to identify the suspect(s) responsible for the illegal kill and waste of four deer about ten miles east of Paulina in central Oregon. A reward of up to $500 is offered by the Oregon Hunter's Association (OHA) for information leading to an arrest and conviction in this case.

According to OSP Senior Trooper Amos Madison, on January 9, 2010 a rancher in the Rager area about ten miles east of Paulina contacted OSP to report he found two deer that had been shot. The reporting rancher said the deer were not there the previous afternoon. Initial response and investigation led to the discovery of a total of four deer were illegally killed and left to waste. All were does and at least two were pregnant.

Madison believes the deer were shot from Pruitt Road, most likely in the late afternoon / early evening of January 8th with the use of a spotlight.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Senior Trooper Madison at (541) 419-1654.

The reward is offered by the OHA Prineville and State chapters.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Public's Help Sought to Solve Vandalism Investigation to Historic Cape Meares Lighthouse (Photos) - 01/11/10
Oregon State Police (OSP), working in cooperation with the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, is seeking the public's help with an investigation into significant vandalism to the historic Cape Meares Lighthouse over the weekend. A reward of up to $1,000 is offered by The Friends of Cape Meares Lighthouse and Wildlife Refuge for information leading to an arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible in this case.

According to OSP Sergeant Todd Hoodenpyl, between the afternoon of January 9 and noon on January 10, 2010 an unknown vehicle reportedly drove down a blocked maintenance road to the Cape Meares Lighthouse viewing area ten miles west of Tillamook. Several rounds were fired breaking 15 windows of the lighthouse and several pieces of a historic Fresnel lens. Additional rounds were fired into an active Coast Guard light and surrounding equipment. While driving off the maintenance road the suspect vehicle caused significant damage to a grassy area.

Cape Lookout State Park Manager Pete Marvin reported the lighthouse lenses were very old with much historical value and are irreplaceable.

Cape Meares Lighthouse went into service January 1890. The lighthouse lens was manufactured in Paris, France and shipped around Cape Horn up to Oregon, arriving for installation prior to the date the lighthouse went into service. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department estimates damage to be over $50,000 dollars.

Information about the Cape Meares State Scenic Viewing area, which is currently closed in response to this incident, is available at:

http://www.oregonstateparks.org/park_181.php

Anyone with information to help in the OSP investigation is asked to call the OSP Northern Command Center dispatch at 800-452-7888.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police / Oregon Parks and Recreation Department

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Truck Driver Escapes Serious Injury After Being Pinned in Overturned Truck North of Medford (Photos) - 01/10/10
Despite having a leg pinned inside an overturned commercial truck for about one hour, a commercial truck driver was not seriously injured Sunday afternoon in one of two separate traffic crash on Interstate 5 north of Medford.

According to Oregon State Police (OSP) Sergeant Mark Byrd, on January 10, 2010 at approximately 4:40 p.m. an OSP trooper on patrol drove up on a crash on Interstate 5 at milepost 26 after finding two vehicles involved in separate crashes. At one of the crash scenes a commercial truck was overturned in the grassy center median with its driver pinned inside. The trooper immediately called for an ambulance to respond.

Investigation indicated a 2002 Peterbilt truck driven by NAHHATAR SINGH, age 26, from Tracy, California was northbound on Interstate 5 near milepost 26 when, for unknown reasons, he drove off the highway into the center median strip and the truck overturned. The truck had been traveling in the right lane when it drifted over into the left lane causing a 2001 Toyota pickup operated by KEITH ASHKER, age 44, from Medford to swerve into the median to avoid crashing into the truck. No contact was made between the two involved vehicles. The truck continued drifting off the highway into the median and flipped onto the driver's side pinning SINGH'S leg under the cab.

Emergency responders arrived on scene and treated SINGH until Caveman Towing arrived. The tow driver was able to secure the truck and lift the wreckage off SINGH'S leg.

SINGH was then transported to Three Rivers Hospital in Grants Pass. Even though he was pinned under the truck for over fifty minutes, SINGH miraculously did not suffer any broken bones in his leg.

ASHKER was also transported to Three Rivers Hospital and was treated for a minor injury.

Interstate 5 is still restricted to one lane in both directions.

OSP troopers are continuing their investigation. ODOT, Rogue River Fire Department, and Mercy Flights ground ambulance assisted.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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