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Salem Police Offer Holiday Safety Tips - 11/24/09
With the busiest shopping week of the year upon us, the Salem Police Department would like to provide the community with several crime prevention tips while you're out shopping or if you will be away from home.
• Slow down – whether you're driving your vehicle or your shopping cart! There will be lots of people out shopping this week and traffic will be extra heavy in the streets and the aisles. Be alert and aware of your surroundings.
• Park in well lit areas. Whether you'll be shopping at 5 a.m. or 5:00 p.m., don't let the cover of darkness provide an opportunity for criminals to break into your vehicle.
• Carefully observe your purchase transactions. Watch the handling of your debit or credit card and ensure you take your receipt and store it immediately in your wallet or purse.
• Do not leave valuables in plain sight. Thieves know to look under the seats and under a jacket in the back seat. And, please don't pull into the parking lot and then place your purchases in the trunk. Place items in the trunk prior to arriving to your next destination.
• If you choose to stay home and shop online, make your purchases from known Web sites or sites with secure transaction features. Also, don't forget to clear out your computer's browsing history, including forms, filtering data, and cookies that might put your privacy at risk.
Lastly, if you're going to be away from home for the holidays, as always, secure your doors and windows and leave it with a "lived in" look by leaving some room lights lit or a television or radio playing. Adjust horizontal blinds in the partial opening position allowing a view out and not a view in. Enlist the help of a trusted neighbor to keep an eye on your home and provide them with your contact information. Encourage them to immediately report any suspicious activity to the police department.
For more information or ideas, contact the Salem Police Department Crime Prevention Unit at (503) 588-6175 or visit the police page at www.cityofsalem.net.
With the busiest shopping week of the year upon us, the Salem Police Department would like to provide the community with several crime prevention tips while you're out shopping or if you will be away from home.
• Slow down – whether you're driving your vehicle or your shopping cart! There will be lots of people out shopping this week and traffic will be extra heavy in the streets and the aisles. Be alert and aware of your surroundings.
• Park in well lit areas. Whether you'll be shopping at 5 a.m. or 5:00 p.m., don't let the cover of darkness provide an opportunity for criminals to break into your vehicle.
• Carefully observe your purchase transactions. Watch the handling of your debit or credit card and ensure you take your receipt and store it immediately in your wallet or purse.
• Do not leave valuables in plain sight. Thieves know to look under the seats and under a jacket in the back seat. And, please don't pull into the parking lot and then place your purchases in the trunk. Place items in the trunk prior to arriving to your next destination.
• If you choose to stay home and shop online, make your purchases from known Web sites or sites with secure transaction features. Also, don't forget to clear out your computer's browsing history, including forms, filtering data, and cookies that might put your privacy at risk.
Lastly, if you're going to be away from home for the holidays, as always, secure your doors and windows and leave it with a "lived in" look by leaving some room lights lit or a television or radio playing. Adjust horizontal blinds in the partial opening position allowing a view out and not a view in. Enlist the help of a trusted neighbor to keep an eye on your home and provide them with your contact information. Encourage them to immediately report any suspicious activity to the police department.
For more information or ideas, contact the Salem Police Department Crime Prevention Unit at (503) 588-6175 or visit the police page at www.cityofsalem.net.
Salem Police Officers Attend Homeland Security Training - 11/24/09
Salem Police Officers Treven Upkes, Bob Owings and Lt Keith Blair recently completed Homeland Security Training at the Center for Domestic Preparedness (CDP), located in Anniston, Alabama. The CDP is operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency and is the only federally-chartered Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) training facility in the nation.
These officers are part of the Salem Police Department Mobile Response Team. The mission of the team is to protect the lives, civil rights and property of the community with personnel trained and equipped to deal with various types of demonstrations. These could include but are not limited to: Peaceful demonstrations; Passive Resistant Activities; Civil Disturbances and Impromptu Disturbances.
The CDP provides federally-funded , interdisciplinary training for emergency responders from across the United Stated and U.S. Territories for ten responder disciplines: Emergency Management, Emergency Medical Service, Fire Service, Governmental Administrative, Hazardous materials, healthcare, Law Enforcement, Public Health, Public Safety Communications and Public Works.
Responders attending CDP training are selected from the nation's 11 million emergency responders. Training at the DCP ensures that responders gain critical skills and confidence to be better prepared to effectively respond to local incidents or potential WMD incidents.
Additional information about CDP training programs can be found at http://cdp.dhs.gov.
The Salem Police Department is committed to the safety of our community and through training of this nature, strives to provide our personnel with the most pertinent, viable and up-to-date training available.
Salem Police Officers Treven Upkes, Bob Owings and Lt Keith Blair recently completed Homeland Security Training at the Center for Domestic Preparedness (CDP), located in Anniston, Alabama. The CDP is operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency and is the only federally-chartered Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) training facility in the nation.
These officers are part of the Salem Police Department Mobile Response Team. The mission of the team is to protect the lives, civil rights and property of the community with personnel trained and equipped to deal with various types of demonstrations. These could include but are not limited to: Peaceful demonstrations; Passive Resistant Activities; Civil Disturbances and Impromptu Disturbances.
The CDP provides federally-funded , interdisciplinary training for emergency responders from across the United Stated and U.S. Territories for ten responder disciplines: Emergency Management, Emergency Medical Service, Fire Service, Governmental Administrative, Hazardous materials, healthcare, Law Enforcement, Public Health, Public Safety Communications and Public Works.
Responders attending CDP training are selected from the nation's 11 million emergency responders. Training at the DCP ensures that responders gain critical skills and confidence to be better prepared to effectively respond to local incidents or potential WMD incidents.
Additional information about CDP training programs can be found at http://cdp.dhs.gov.
The Salem Police Department is committed to the safety of our community and through training of this nature, strives to provide our personnel with the most pertinent, viable and up-to-date training available.
Salem Police Begin Annual Holiday Toy Drive - 11/20/09
The Salem Police Department is now accepting donations for the annual Salem Police Toy Drive. Help make the holidays brighter for children in the area by donating NEW unwrapped toys for children ages infant through 12 years.
The Salem Police Toy Drive got its start as a result of a tragedy in December of 1986. A school liaison officer responded to the scene of a suicide and in the belongings of the deceased he found a Christmas wish list written by the young daughter. The list deeply affected many at the police department and a collection was taken by Department employees to fill the wish list. This was the beginning of the annual toy drive which still touches the heart of many local Salem citizens and police employees.
Monetary and toy donations will be accepted through December 9th and can be dropped off or mailed to the Salem Police Department, 555 Liberty St SE, Room 130, Salem, OR 97301. Sorry, no used toys can be accepted
If you would like further information regarding the Salem Police Toy Drive, please contact Jennifer Graber, Volunteer Services Unit, Salem Police Department at 588-6499, ext. 1.
The Salem Police Department is now accepting donations for the annual Salem Police Toy Drive. Help make the holidays brighter for children in the area by donating NEW unwrapped toys for children ages infant through 12 years.
The Salem Police Toy Drive got its start as a result of a tragedy in December of 1986. A school liaison officer responded to the scene of a suicide and in the belongings of the deceased he found a Christmas wish list written by the young daughter. The list deeply affected many at the police department and a collection was taken by Department employees to fill the wish list. This was the beginning of the annual toy drive which still touches the heart of many local Salem citizens and police employees.
Monetary and toy donations will be accepted through December 9th and can be dropped off or mailed to the Salem Police Department, 555 Liberty St SE, Room 130, Salem, OR 97301. Sorry, no used toys can be accepted
If you would like further information regarding the Salem Police Toy Drive, please contact Jennifer Graber, Volunteer Services Unit, Salem Police Department at 588-6499, ext. 1.
Juveniles Caught Doing Graffiti Point Firearm At Complainant - 11/19/09
Two juveniles were arrested after being caught in the act of doing graffiti at a Salem apartment complex, then pointing a firearm at the complainant as they fled the scene.
The incident began at about 3:05 pm on November 18 when three juveniles were observed doing graffiti at an apartment complex in the 3100 block of 7th Place NE. When the complainant began to confront the suspects, one of them pulled a handgun and threatened him with it, then all three fled the scene.
Salem Police officers were on the scene very quickly after the call and were able to determine that the suspects had fled into a house in the 800 block of Shangri-La Ave NE. Officers eventually entered the house and located three suspects who were hiding inside. Also located in the house were two semi-automatic handguns, one of them a stolen .45 semi-automatic handgun.
One of the suspects, a 16-year old juvenile from Salem, was charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Criminal Mischief and was transported to the Marion County Juvenile Department. The other suspect, a 17 year old from Woodburn, was charged with Unlawful Possession Of A Firearm, Unlawful Use/Carrying of a Weapon, Criminal Mischief and was also listed as a runaway and had a Probation Violation warrant. The investigation is continuing and further charges are pending.
Two juveniles were arrested after being caught in the act of doing graffiti at a Salem apartment complex, then pointing a firearm at the complainant as they fled the scene.
The incident began at about 3:05 pm on November 18 when three juveniles were observed doing graffiti at an apartment complex in the 3100 block of 7th Place NE. When the complainant began to confront the suspects, one of them pulled a handgun and threatened him with it, then all three fled the scene.
Salem Police officers were on the scene very quickly after the call and were able to determine that the suspects had fled into a house in the 800 block of Shangri-La Ave NE. Officers eventually entered the house and located three suspects who were hiding inside. Also located in the house were two semi-automatic handguns, one of them a stolen .45 semi-automatic handgun.
One of the suspects, a 16-year old juvenile from Salem, was charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Criminal Mischief and was transported to the Marion County Juvenile Department. The other suspect, a 17 year old from Woodburn, was charged with Unlawful Possession Of A Firearm, Unlawful Use/Carrying of a Weapon, Criminal Mischief and was also listed as a runaway and had a Probation Violation warrant. The investigation is continuing and further charges are pending.
Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle and Propelled Into Mill Creek - 11/18/09
A female was struck by a vehicle on Mission St on the bridge over the Mill Creek, was propelled over the concrete barrier about 30 feet into the water below, and was rescued by Salem Police and Fire personnel.
The incident occurred at about 6:35 pm when 48-year old Janice Johnson was attempting to cross Mission St from the north to the south at the bridge that crosses the Mill Creek. The area was very dark with heavy traffic, and she was struck by a 2005 Ford van that was being driven eastbound on Mission St by 73-year old Barbara Witt of Salem.
Johnson, who was wearing dark clothing at the time, was thrown off the front of the van, completely over the concrete barrier next to the roadway and into the water below. The incident was witnessed by passing motorists who immediately called 911. Salem Police Officer Oscar Zambrano arrived on the scene and located Johnson, who had been swept northbound in the creek and under the roadway and had grabbed a branch as she emerged from under the north end of the bridge. Officer Zambrano immediately jumped into the water and held onto Johnson so she would not be swept further downstream. He was soon joined by Salem Police Officer Juan Becerra, Salem Police Sergeant Andy Connolly and Salem Firefighter/Medic Amy Charbonneau, who assisted in pulling Johnson to the bank of the creek. Salem Firefighters then had to cut a path in the brush in order to get Johnson up to the awaiting ambulance for transport to Salem Hospital, where she was admitted with non-life threatening injuries. No citations have been issued at this time.
The actions of Officers Zambrano and Becerra, Sgt Connolly and Firefighter Charbonneau likely saved victim Janice Johnson from much more severe injury, or even death in the cold water. Their willingness to jump into the cold, dark water to assist another person was a selfless act that displayed the professionalism and bravery of these public servants.
A female was struck by a vehicle on Mission St on the bridge over the Mill Creek, was propelled over the concrete barrier about 30 feet into the water below, and was rescued by Salem Police and Fire personnel.
The incident occurred at about 6:35 pm when 48-year old Janice Johnson was attempting to cross Mission St from the north to the south at the bridge that crosses the Mill Creek. The area was very dark with heavy traffic, and she was struck by a 2005 Ford van that was being driven eastbound on Mission St by 73-year old Barbara Witt of Salem.
Johnson, who was wearing dark clothing at the time, was thrown off the front of the van, completely over the concrete barrier next to the roadway and into the water below. The incident was witnessed by passing motorists who immediately called 911. Salem Police Officer Oscar Zambrano arrived on the scene and located Johnson, who had been swept northbound in the creek and under the roadway and had grabbed a branch as she emerged from under the north end of the bridge. Officer Zambrano immediately jumped into the water and held onto Johnson so she would not be swept further downstream. He was soon joined by Salem Police Officer Juan Becerra, Salem Police Sergeant Andy Connolly and Salem Firefighter/Medic Amy Charbonneau, who assisted in pulling Johnson to the bank of the creek. Salem Firefighters then had to cut a path in the brush in order to get Johnson up to the awaiting ambulance for transport to Salem Hospital, where she was admitted with non-life threatening injuries. No citations have been issued at this time.
The actions of Officers Zambrano and Becerra, Sgt Connolly and Firefighter Charbonneau likely saved victim Janice Johnson from much more severe injury, or even death in the cold water. Their willingness to jump into the cold, dark water to assist another person was a selfless act that displayed the professionalism and bravery of these public servants.
Reminder-North Area Crime Prevention Council On November 19th - 11/18/09
The North Salem Crime Prevention Council for all of north Salem will be Thursday, November 19, 6:30 p.m. in the media center of Waldo Middle School.
The agenda will include a review of the crime trends for the entire north Salem area and residents are asked to bring forward their concerns about activity occurring in their neighborhood.
Because of the increased awareness in the potential for widespread H1N1 infection, the Salem Police Department's will again offer its presentation on the police response plan for public health emergencies. "In a major event, all public emergency resources will be stretched within moments, so it's important that the public understand the police department's responsibilities and the role of residents in being prepared," said Sgt. Doug Carpenter of the Crime Prevention Unit.
Also available will be Emergency Preparedness Manager Roger Stevenson who facilitates the Community Emergency Response Team, or CERT. CERT is a complementary prevention and preparedness partner when it comes to working at the neighborhood level to keep our community safe.
The North Salem Crime Prevention Council (CPC) focuses on all neighborhoods north of State Street and residents from that geographic area are invited to attend.
The North Salem Crime Prevention Council for all of north Salem will be Thursday, November 19, 6:30 p.m. in the media center of Waldo Middle School.
The agenda will include a review of the crime trends for the entire north Salem area and residents are asked to bring forward their concerns about activity occurring in their neighborhood.
Because of the increased awareness in the potential for widespread H1N1 infection, the Salem Police Department's will again offer its presentation on the police response plan for public health emergencies. "In a major event, all public emergency resources will be stretched within moments, so it's important that the public understand the police department's responsibilities and the role of residents in being prepared," said Sgt. Doug Carpenter of the Crime Prevention Unit.
Also available will be Emergency Preparedness Manager Roger Stevenson who facilitates the Community Emergency Response Team, or CERT. CERT is a complementary prevention and preparedness partner when it comes to working at the neighborhood level to keep our community safe.
The North Salem Crime Prevention Council (CPC) focuses on all neighborhoods north of State Street and residents from that geographic area are invited to attend.
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A suspect driving a stolen motorcycle with no lights ran a stop sign and collided with the side of a Salem Police unmarked patrol car on the evening of November 12th.
The incident occurred at about 9:45 pm when officer Jessie Rios was on patrol as a Gang Enforcement Officer driving southbound on 17th St SE at Trade St SE. He was driving a Ford Crowne Victoria unmarked patrol vehicle at the time when he suddenly felt something hit the driver's side of his vehicle. He had not seen anything approaching his vehicle from the left side prior to the impact. When he looked behind him he saw a motorcycle and a person lying on the ground. Officer Rios called for medics then pulled his vehicle around in order to block southbound traffic from hitting the motorcycle and the other driver, then he provided assistance until medical personnel arrived.
The investigation revealed that 27-year old Salem resident Michael Jones was driving a stolen motorcycle westbound on Trade St and failed to stop for the stop sign at Trade St and 17th St SE. He collided with the side of Officer Rios' patrol vehicle and sustained non-life threatening injuries to his leg and was transported to Salem Hospital. The motorcycle, a 2006 off road motorcycle, had been reported stolen from a residence on Wishing Lane SE to the Marion County Sheriff's Office on October 11th.
Jones was charged with Driving Under The Influence Of Intoxicants, Driving While Suspended, Reckless Driving, Possession of a Stolen Vehicle and was cited for traffic infractions as well. A mugshot of Jones is attached.
Attached Media Files: 2009-11/1095/jones2.JPG
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UPDATE:
Samantha Haupt returned home last night at about 11:00 PM uninjured. The two suspects are still being sought for their involvement in the assault of Samantha's friend. The matter remains under investigation.
The Salem Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a missing female and two male suspects following an assault that occurred in the early morning hours last Saturday, October 31st. The trio was with a fourth female who managed to escape from the two males after being physically assaulted by one of them. She reported that her female friend was also physically assaulted by one of the males.
The missing female has been identified as Samantha Haupt, 20 years of age of Salem. She is described as a White female, 5'4" tall, 115 pound, with blonde hair and hazel eyes. She was last observed with the two males.
The suspects have been identified as Henrike Luna-Castillo, 35 years of age of Salem; and Alfredo Rodriguez-Lopez, 36 years of age from Salem. Luna is described as a Hispanic male 5'9" tall, 300 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Rodriguez is described as a Hispanic male, 5'8" tall, 210 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Luna may be operating a 2000 Volkswagon Passat 4dr., blue in color, with Oregon license plate 287BLG. All four people involved in this incident were acquainted with each other prior to this weekend.
Police would like to speak with Samantha Haupt to ensure her safety. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call Salem Police at (503)588-6123.
Attached Media Files: 2009-11/1095/samantha_haupt.jpg , 2009-11/1095/herike_luna-castillo.jpg , 2009-11/1095/alfredo_rodrigues-lopez.jpg
Salem Police Seek Help in Identifying Bank Robber - 10/30/09
Yesterday just after 4:30 PM, a white male in his 50's walked into the Lancaster Mall branch of the Bank of America, threatened a clerk, and got away with an undisclosed amount of cash.
The suspect is described as being about 5'10" tall, 170 to 180 pounds, with brown and graying hair, wearing a white baseball cap, a grey or light blue zip up hooded fleece jacket, wire frame glasses, and a multi colored shirt with small squares for the pattern.
The bank photo is of such high quality that there is little doubt someone would not recognize him if they knew him. The Salem Police is hoping someone will identify him and call police at (503)588-6123.
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Yesterday just after 4:30 PM, a white male in his 50's walked into the Lancaster Mall branch of the Bank of America, threatened a clerk, and got away with an undisclosed amount of cash.
The suspect is described as being about 5'10" tall, 170 to 180 pounds, with brown and graying hair, wearing a white baseball cap, a grey or light blue zip up hooded fleece jacket, wire frame glasses, and a multi colored shirt with small squares for the pattern.
The bank photo is of such high quality that there is little doubt someone would not recognize him if they knew him. The Salem Police is hoping someone will identify him and call police at (503)588-6123.
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Attached Media Files: 2009-10/1095/09-047978