On Saturday, June 15, 2019, at approximately 3:47 AM, Klamath County 911 received a call of a man found in the middle of South 6th Street at the intersection with Gary Street.
Klamath County Fire District 1 responded to assist the man, who was later identified as Henry Rittenhouse, age 36, of Klamath Falls; however, he was pronounced deceased at the scene.
On scene investigation determined that Mr. Rittenhouse had been struck by a vehicle that left the scene. The suspect vehicle is gray in color; however, there are no additional descriptors of the vehicle that struck Mr. Rittenhouse at this time.
The Oregon State Police was assisted at the scene by the Klamath Falls Police Department, the Klamath County Sheriff's Office, Klamath County Fire District 1, and ODOT.
Any one with information on this incident, or with information on the suspect vehicle, is asked to call Oregon State Police Dispatch at *OSP or 541-883-5711.
On Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at approximately 4:48 A.M. Oregon State Police and emergency personnel responded to a report of a two vehicle collision on Highway 42 near mile post 8.
Preliminary investigation revealed that a Honda Pilot, operated by Jonathan Moore (29) of North Bend, was westbound when for unknown reasons crossed into the eastbound lane and collided with a Chevrolet Tahoe, operated by Kaci Baker (25) of North Bend. The Chevrolet Tahoe caught fire after the collision.
Moore sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased.
Baker was extricated by a witness and transported by ambulance to Bay Area Hospital for injuries.
OSP was assisted by the Coos County Sheriff's Office, Coquille Police Department, Coquille Fire Department, Myrtle Point Fire Department, Millington Fire Department, and ODOT.
On Sunday, June 9, 2019 at approximately 2:45 A.M. Oregon State Police and emergency personnel responded to a single vehicle crash on Hwy 30 milepost 92.
Preliminary investigation revealed a VW GTI, operated by James Olson (25) of Westport, OR, was eastbound when for unknown reasons left the roadway and struck a tree.
Olson sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased.
OSP was assisted by the Clatsop County Sheriff's Office, Astoria Police Department, John Day/Knappa Volunteer Fire Department and ODOT.
On Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 6:54 A.M. Oregon State Police and emergency personnel responded to the report of a single vehicle commercial motor vehicle crash (CMV) on Interstate 5 at the 233 exit off ramp.
Preliminary investigation reveals that a CMV, operated by Steven Howard (58) of Salem, was northbound on I 5 when for an unknown reason he drove directly into the impact barrier between the NB travel lanes and Exit 233 off ramp. The CMV skidded and rolled onto its side on the exit lane. The CMV and a large debris field completely blocked the off ramp and both NB lanes.
Howard was transported to Good Samaritan Hospital with serious injuries.
Responding personnel from OSP, Albany Fire, and ODOT were able to open the NB lanes of travel after approximately 45 minutes.
Hazmat team responded to contain the spill and the clean up and recovery will be ongoing.
Below is a timeline of significant events in the Dennis Day investigation.
On July 13, 2018, the Phoenix Police Department and Jackson County Fire District #5 responded to the residence at 510 Pine St. Phoenix, on a medical call. Henry (aka: Ernie) Caswell (Day’s Husband) had fallen several times. Henry was transported to the hospital and later a care facility where he has been residing since.
On July 17, 2018, the Phoenix Police Department learns that Dennis Day is going to visit friends and would be back in several days. Phoenix Police Department conduct several welfare checks at the residence over the next several weeks.
On July 26, 2018, Oregon State Police responds to a domestic disturbance call on Hwy 42 near milepost 30 in Coos County. A male and female were in possession of a vehicle that belonged to Dennis Day. The female (driver) was cited for driving while suspended and the vehicle was impounded.
On July 27, 2018, Phoenix Police Department enters Dennis Day as missing in LEDS/NCIC. They then conducted another search of the house and were UTL any persons.
On August 8, 2018, Phoenix Police Department receives a report of “bad smell” coming from 510 Pine St. Officers respond and notes “nothing observed or smelled in the area”.
On January 28, 2019, a meeting was held involving Phoenix Police Department, Jackson County Sheriff’s office and the Oregon State Police to discuss the case. The Sheriff’s office and OSP each provide a detective to assist.
On April 4, 2019, Phoenix Police Department obtain the use of cadaver dog and locate a body in the house.
On April 4, 2019, the Jackson County Major Assault Death Investigation Unit (MADIU) is activated and the Oregon State Police becomes the lead agency.
On June 6, 2019, the Medical Examiner’s office has identified the body found in the residence under strong circumstantial evidence.
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On June 6, 2019, the Oregon State Medical Examiner’s office identified the body found in the residence listed in previous release by investigation, evidence, and other information as that of missing person, Dennis Day. Despite their efforts, investigators were unable to utilize dental records or DNA due to the condition of the remains.
The investigation remains ongoing by the Oregon State Police.
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On Thursday, April 4, 2019, the Medford Assault and Death Investigation Unit (MADIU) was contacted by the Phoenix Police Department after human remains were discovered at 510 Pine Street in Phoenix, Oregon.
Oregon State Police investigators were assigned to lead the death investigation and are being assisted by the Jackson County District Attorney’s Office, Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, Medford Police Department, and the Oregon State Police Forensics Lab.
At this time, the human remains have not been identified and the investigation is ongoing.
MADIU consists of investigators from the Jackson County District Attorney’s Office, Medford Police Department, Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, Central Point Police Department, Ashland Police Department, and the Oregon State Police.
On Friday, June 7, 2019 at approximately 7:08 A.M. Oregon State Police and emergency personnel responded to the report of a two vehicle crash on Hwy 199 near milepost 8.5.
Preliminary investigation revealed that a black Toyota Prius, operated by Keith Jones (69) of Crescent City, CA , was traveling southbound on Hwy 199 when it collided with a red Toyota Prius, operated by Carol Worden (64) of Grants Pass, which was traveling northbound on Hwy 199.
Both drivers were transported to Three Rivers Hospital.
Jones was pronounced deceased at the hospital and it is believed he experienced a medical emergency before the crash. Jones' dog also died as a result of the crash.
OSP was assisted by ODOT.
On Sunday June 2, 2019 at approximately 5:00 PM, Oregon State Police was notified of a water rescue in the Pacific Ocean near Cape Lookout State Park.
The preliminary investigation revealed Gary B Mudrow, 44, from Beaverton, Oregon had been paragliding from the Cape Lookout State Park. Witnesses (and Mudrow's friend) indicated when Mudrow took off he appeared to be too low and tried to radio Mudrow. The witness observed Mudrow’s paraglide crash into the ocean. Mudrow was seen attempting to use the paraglide as a floatation device. The witness landed on the beach but could no longer see Mudrow.
Netarts Oceanside Fire District and the US Coast Guard were called to assist with the water rescue. Mudrow was located and brought to shore by Netarts Oceanside Fire. Mudrow was not breathing and unconscious. CPR was started and Mudrow was transported to the local hospital where he was pronounced deceased at approximately 7:00PM.
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On Monday, June 3, 2019 at approximately 2:50 P.M. (Mountain Time) Oregon State Police and emergency personnel responded to a three vehicle crash on Hwy 20 milepost 244 near Vale, OR.
Preliminary investigation reveals that a Nissan Rogue, operated by Timothy Eviston (57) of Winnsboro, SC, was eastbound when he attempted to pass a motor home. He struck a westbound Ford F350, operated by Jacob Price (30) of Ontario, OR. The Ford F350 then collided with a Ford Expedition - pulling a travel trailer, operated by Guillermo Fonseca (33) from Eagle, ID.
The Ford F350 and the Ford Expedition and travel trailer caught fire after the impact.
Eviston sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased.
Price was transported by ambulance for injuries.
Fonseca was transported by ambulance for injuries. Passengers in the Expedition, Amy Dancer (40) of Eagle, ID was transported by ambulance for injuries. There were also three juveniles transported two by ambulance and one by Life Flight.
OSP was assisted by the Malheur County Sheriff's Office, Vale Fire and Ambulance, and Life Flight
On Sunday, June 2, 2019 at approximately 3:52 P.M. Oregon State Police and emergency personnel responded to the report of a two vehicle crash on Hwy 101 near milepost 134.
Preliminary investigation reveals that a red Chrysler Sebring, operated by Jackie Dean (53) of Depoe Bay, was northbound when it hit the highway guardrail, crossed the centerline, and struck a southbound gray Chevrolet Silverado, operated by Pedro Segura (42) of Salem.
Dean sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased.
Segura and his four passengers (two adults / two juveniles) were transported to area hospitals with injuries.
OSP was assisted by ODOT, Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, Lincoln County DA's Office, Lincoln County Medical Examiner, and Newport Fire Department.
On Sunday, June 2, 2019 at approximately 3:21 P.M. Oregon State Police Troopers responded to a report of an injury traffic collision on Hwy 224 milepost 37 near Estacada, Oregon.
Preliminary investigation revealed a motorcyclist, Bailey Carlberg (23) from Tigard, OR, was traveling westbound on Hwy 224 when the rider failed to negotiate a curve and left the road.
Carlberg sustained fatal injuries and was prounced deceased.
OSP was assisted by Estacada Fire, Clackamas Fire, AMR and ODOT.
On Sunday, June 2, 2019, at approximately 3:16 A.M. Oregon State Troopers from the Pendleton Area Command and emergency personnel responded to the report of a single vehicle crash on I-84 eastbound near milepost 175.
Preliminary investigation revealed a silver 2003 Cadillac CTS, operated by Veronica Andrade (39) of Boardman, was traveling eastbound on I-84 when for unknown reasons the Cadillac veered off the road onto the right shoulder and rolled.
The vehicle was occupied by Andrade and two children, ages 3 and 7 months. The 7 month old was ejected from the vehicle and sustained fatal injuries.
Andrade and the 3 year old child were transported to Good Shepherd Medical Center. The 3 year old was listed in critical condition and flown to Randall Children’s Hospital at Legacy Emanuel in Portland.
Andrade was treated and released from Good Shepherd Medical Center. Following her release from the hospital Andrade was arrested and lodged in the Umatilla County Jail for Manslaughter I, Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants, Reckless Driving, Reckless Endangering, and Assault 1.
Interstate 84 was reduced to one lane for approximately three hours to allow for scene investigation.
The Oregon State Police was assisted by the Morrow County Sheriff’s Office, Boardman Police Department, and ODOT.
On Saturday, June 1, 2019, at approximately 8:38 P.M. Oregon State Police Troopers and emergency personnel responded to the report of a two vehicle crash on Hwy 199 near mile post 21.
Preliminary investigation revealed that a green Nissan Frontier, operated by Ryan Risely (26) of Lexington KY, was traveling northbound on Hwy 199 when it left the roadway and lost control. The vehicle entered the southbound lane of travel and impacted a blue Mazda 5, operated by Diego Thor (37) of Crescent City CA.
Risley sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Diego Thor and a juvenile passenger were transported by ground ambulance to the hospital. Another passenger, Moei Thor (35), sustained serious injury and was transported by air ambulance to the hospital
Hwy 199 was closed for approximately 4.5 hours following the crash.
OSP was assisted by Illinois Valley Fire, AMR, Mercy Flights, and the Oregon Department of Transportation.
On Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at approximately 6:40 P.M. Oregon State Police Troopers and emergency personnel responded to the report of a two vehicle crash on Interstate 5 near milepost 7.
Preliminary investigation revealed that a black 2018 GMC Denali, operated by Dennis William Donnelly (72) of Medford, was traveling northbound on Interstate 5 when he suffered a medical event. During the event he drove into the back of a Commercial Motor Vehicle traveling in the same direction.
Donnelly was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
The driver of the CMV, Vasile Barsan (49) of Tulalip, Washington, was not injured.
One lane of Interstate 5 northbound was closed for approximately 1.5 hours following the crash.
OSP was assisted by Ashland Fire and ODOT.
On Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at approximately 7:29 P.M. Oregon State Police Troopers and emergency personnel responded to the report of a motorcycle crash southbound on Interstate 5 near milepost 216.
Preliminary investigation revealed a black 2016 Harley Davidson motorcycle, operated by Vincent Wolford (56) of Lebanon, was southbound when for unknown reasons it crashed and came to rest on the shoulder.
Wolford was struck by a passing vehicle, possibly a Commercial Motor Vehicle, that did not stop at the scene.
OSP is asking any witnesses or anyone with information regarding this crash to contact the Oregon State Police Northern Command Center at 1-800-442-0776 or *OSP and refer to case #SP19-190533.
OSP was assisted at the scene by the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Halsey Fire Department.
On Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at approximately 8:18 P.M. Oregon State Police Troopers and emergency personnel responded to the report of a single vehicle crash on Hwy 101 near milepost 148.
Preliminary investigation revealed that a 2006 Chevy HHR, operated by Faith Goodman (49) of Willamina, was traveling northbound on Hwy 101 when for unknown reasons veered off the road and struck a tree.
The passenger, John Runningbird (36) of Grande Ronde, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Hwy 101 northbound was closed for several hours following the crash.
OSP was assisted by Lincoln County SO, ODOT and Grande Ronde Tribal Police.
On Monday, May 27, 2019, at approximately 6:45 P.M. the Josephine County Sheriff’s office responded to Limpy Creek Road regarding a deceased male. The Oregon State Police Major Crime Section Detectives responded to conduct the death investigation.
Investigators located Harry Stone Osbeck III (36) deceased in his Toyota pickup. Stone is originally from the Virginia Beach area and has been in the Josephine County area for the past 3 years. Stones's dog, Max, was located and is safe at a local animal shelter.
Investigators have not determined the cause of death and are awaiting toxicology results for additional information.
This is an active investigation and no further information will be released at this time.
On Sunday, May 26, 2019 at approximately 7:47 P.M. Oregon State Police and emergency personnel responded to the report of a single vehicle crash on Deer Creek Rd. near Hwy 199 near Selma.
Preliminary investigation revealed a blue 2006 Toyota Scion, operated by Tess Burke (33) of Grants Pass, was traveling on Deer Creek approaching Hwy 199. The vehicle traveled off the road, hit a stump, and a dirt embankment.
Burke was transported to Three Rivers Medical Center for non life threatening injuries.
The passenger, Machelle Moore (39) of Cottonwood, CA. sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased.
OSP was assisted by the Illinois Valley Fire Department.
The Deputies involved in yesterdays incident are identified as:
Deputy Eric Churchill
Hired in 2002
currently assigned to the Police Services Division
Deputy Michael Hudson
Hired in 2003
Currently assigned to the Police Services Division
Further releases will come from the Lane County District Attorney's Office.
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On Thursday, May 23, 2019 at approximately 9:45 am, the Lane County Sheriff’s Office attempted a traffic stop involving a stolen Ford F350 truck on Hwy 99 near Milliron. The driver of the vehicle increased speed and deputies pursued the driver southbound on Hwy 99, onto Greenhill Road, Clearlake, and Lawrence before the suspect fled on foot on Dalewood Drive. During the pursuit the suspect rammed occupied Sheriff’s Office patrol vehicles and deputies discharged their firearms.
No injuries have been reported.
The suspect, identified as 34 year old Keith Newsome, has been taken into custody.
The Interagency Deadly Force Investigations Team (IDFIT) has been assigned to investigate the incident.
Further information will be provided following the investigation when more facts are known.
The driver is identified as Joey Vandenhey (60) of Lakeside, OR.
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On Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at approximately 9:45 P.M. Oregon State Police and emergency personnel responded to a report of a single vehicle crash on Hwy 101 mile post 223 near Lakeside.
Preliminary investigation reveals that a Ford pickup was traveling on Hwy 101 when for unknown reasons left the roadway and rolled.
The operator, and lone occupant, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. Name is being withheld pending notifications.
OSP was assisted by Lower Umpqua Ambulance, North Bend Chapel, and the Coos County Sheriff's Office.
Today, Oregon State Police Trooper Nic Cederberg received the National Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor presented by the President of the United States. This is the highest national award for valor a public safety officer can receive.
Nic was awarded this honor for his bravery shown on December 25, 2016, Christmas Day. Trooper Cederberg, on patrol alone and without cover, attempted to arrest a craven and desperate murder suspect. The suspect engaged Nic in a close quarters gun battle, with our OSP family member sustaining a dozen gunshot wounds and left clinging to life. That Christmas morning, Nic provided us all with the greatest gift imaginable, his determination and will to survive in the face of impossible odds.
Nic, who was a US Army veteran and who was a seven year veteran of the Oregon State Police at the time, has not yet been able to return to work due to the injuries sustained. Nic initially spent 48 long days in the hospital and continues to fight for a full recovery.
“The greatest gift the Oregon State Police has received is Nic’s pure determination to survive. Trooper Cederberg typifies the grit and perseverance of an OSP Trooper, humbly serving with distinction in the face of difficult circumstances. Nic, we love you and honor your service. All of Oregon celebrates your award of the Medal of Valor and the personal story it symbolizes.”- Superintendent Travis Hampton
“I am proud to have our Oregon State Police represented at the White House today by Trooper Cederberg. On Christmas Day 2016, he showed enormous courage in the most difficult of circumstances, and exemplified the kind of service and bravery the Medal of Valor represents. His life and community will be forever impacted by that night, and his experience is part of why I feel strongly that we need more troopers on Oregon’s highways. I wish Nic the best on his continued recovery and congratulate him for this distinguished recognition.” Governor Kate Brown
Every day, public safety officers risk their lives to protect America’s citizens and communities. To honor that commitment, Congress passed The Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor Act of 2001 (https://www.bja.gov/programs/medalofvalor/valor.html), which created the Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor, the highest national award for valor by a public safety officer. The medal is awarded annually to public safety officers who have exhibited exceptional courage, regardless of personal safety, in the attempt to save or protect human life
Oregon State Police (OSP) is continuing the investigation into Saturday afternoon’s multi-vehicle fatal crash on 126W near Veneta.
On May 18, 2019 at about 3:30 PM, OSP and first responders were dispatched to a multi-vehicle crash on Highway 126W near milepost 50.
Preliminary investigation revealed that several eastbound vehicles were stopped on 126W near the intersection of Lake Side Drive waiting for a vehicle to make a turn. A Chevrolet pickup operated by Thomas HILL, age 39, from Eugene, was eastbound and failed to observe traffic coming to a stop. The Chevrolet pickup rear ended a Dodge pickup, operated by Christopher STUART, age 29 from Florence. The impact caused the Dodge pickup to go into the westbound lane where it crashed into a Ford Focus operated by Jennifer STEPHENSON, age 37, from Noti.
STEPHENSON suffered fatal injuries from the impact. STEPHENSON’s passenger, Matthew MARCUERQIAGA, age 39, from Noti, sustained serious injuries and was transported to Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend. STUART sustained critical injuries and was also transported to Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend.
Highway 126W was closed for about two hours during the investigation.
OSP was assisted by Lane County Sheriff’s Office, ODOT and Veneta Fire.
Photograph provided by OSP.
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Oregon State Police (OSP) is continuing the investigation into Friday morning’s two vehicle fatal crash on Territorial Highway and High Pass Road near Junction City.
On May 17, 2019 at about 10:20 AM, OSP troopers and first responders were dispatched to a two vehicle fatal crash at the intersection of Territorial Highway and Highway Pass Road.
Preliminary investigation revealed that a Chevy Cavalier, operated by Russell Lee NICKERSON, age 81, from Eugene was traveling westbound on High Pass Road when for unknown reasons he failed to stop at the intersection. NICKERSON’s vehicle was struck by a Ford Econoline Van, operated by Cary Allen RAMSAY (male), age 55, from Eugene.
NICKERSON suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. RAMSAY was transported to Riverbend Hospital with serious injuries.
Territorial Highway was closed for approximately four hours following the crash.
OSP was assisted by Lane County Sheriff's Office, ODOT, Junction City Fire and Lane Fire Authority.
Photograph provided by OSP.
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