Fatal Motorcycle Crash (Photo)
-06/10/25
RELEASE DATE: 06/10/2025
INCIDENT NUMBER: 25-12699
INCIDENT DATE AND TIME: 06/08/2025 at 10:25pm
REPORTING DEPUTY: Sgt. Stanton
INCIDENT TYPE: Fatal Motorcycle Crash
DECEASED: Brock Andrew Ewers
On June 8th, 2025 at 10:25pm, a Deputy from the Josephine County Sheriff’s Office attempted to stop a speeding motorcycle on Galice Road near Merlin, Oregon.
The motorcycle failed to stop and a pursuit ensued outbound on Galice Road towards the river corridor. The pursuit continued through Galice and past Almeda Park. Near milepost 17, the rider lost control of the motorcycle and crashed off a cliff and into the Rogue River below.
Rural/Metro Fire and AMR responded to the scene. The area below the crash was searched by a drone equipped with FLIR (camera with thermal imaging capabilities). The Josephine County Marine Deputy and Rural/Metro personnel launched a raft at Almeda Park and searched the area below the crash site and along the riverbank to the Argo Recreation Site. The rider was not located.
On June 9th, 2025 around 10:00am, rafters located the rider’s body near Whiskey Creek. The recovery of the rider was a coordinated effort between BLM River Rangers and Josephine County Search and Rescue.
The rider was identified as 46 year old Brock Ewers of Grants Pass. At the request of the Sheriff’s Office, the Oregon State Police are investigating the crash of the motorcycle.
Next of kin have been notified.
No further information will be released at this time.
Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash (Photo)
-06/09/25
Release Date: June 9, 2025
INCIDENT: Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash
INCIDENT DATE: June 7, 2025
REPORTING DEPUTY: Detective Sergeant Henrich
DECEASED: Spencer Donald Goulding, 31 years old
DETAILS:
On June 7, 2025 at approximately 8:30pm hours, the Josephine County Sheriff’s Office responded to a motor vehicle crash near the intersection of Williams Highway and Green Meadow Road.
Williams Fire also responded to the scene and found a single vehicle rollover crash with a single occupant.
The initial investigation indicates the vehicle was travelling on Wiliams Highway and for an unknown reason left the roadway, eventually coming to rest on its top partially blocking Williams Highway.
The driver, Spencer Goulding was found unrestrained and pronounced deceased on arrival. Next of kin has been notified.
No further information will be released at this time.
Missing Person: Wytcherley, Desiree (Photo)
-06/09/25
CASE: 25-12690
DATE OF REPORT: 06/08/2025
NAME: Desiree Wytcherley
AGE: 39
SEX: Female
WEIGHT: 145
HEIGHT: 5'11"
HAIR: Brown/Blonde
EYES: Blue
INFORMATION: Desiree was last seen in Wilderville area approximately on 06/05/2025. It is unknown what Desiree was wearing. Desiree frequently walks on roadways in the Wilderville area. If located, please contact law enforcement.
If you have any information, please contact the Josephine County Sheriff's Office at 541-474-5123.
RUNAWAY: Herren, William (Photo)
-06/06/25
RUNAWAY - ATTEMPT TO LOCATE
CASE: 25-12473
NAME: William Herren
AGE: 15
SEX: Male
RACE: White
HEIGHT: 5'8"
WEIGHT: 160
HAIR: Brown/Blonde
EYES: Blue
INFORMATION:
William ran away on 06/05/2025. William was wearing a black shirt and black pants and was last seen in the Murphy/New Hope area around 6:00pm that evening. If located, please contact law enforcement.
Please contact Josephine County Sheriff's Office if you have any information. 541-474-5123
Burglary (Photo)
-06/03/25
INCIDENT: Burglary
CASE NUMBER: 25-12021
INCIDENT DATE: May 31, 2025
REPORTING DEPUTY: Corporal Aaron Porter
DETAILS:
On May 31, 2025, at 8:43am, Josephine County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a Burglary in progress in the 3800 block of Holland Loop Rd. in Cave Junction. Prior to Law Enforcement arrival, three males and two females fled the scene. Two of the subjects left in a white Toyota pick-up. Oregon State Police assisted deputies in attempting to locate the vehicle but were unsuccessful.
Of the three that fled on foot, two were apprehended. Two additional subjects that hadn’t fled were apprehended at the scene. In total, four of the seven subjects were arrested and lodged in jail with charges ranging from Trespass, Theft, and Burglary. Two of the three subjects that are still outstanding have been identified.
This case is still under investigation and no further details will be released at this time.
Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash
-05/20/25
RELEASE DATE: 05/20/2025
INCIDENT NUMBER: 25-11023
INCIDENT DATE AND TIME: 05/18/2025 @ 8:18pm
REPORTING DEPUTY: Sgt. Stanton
INCIDENT TYPE: Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash
DECEASED: Myrtle Grace Thogmartin, 22 years old
On May 18th, 2025 at 8:18pm, 9-1-1 was notified of a motor vehicle crash on Rockydale Road near Idlewild Drive in Cave Junction.
Illinois Valley Fire and AMR arrived to find a vehicle in the ditch and the driver ejected. The driver was deceased and the only occupant in the vehicle.
The initial investigation indicates the vehicle was travelling towards US Highway 199 on Rockydale Road. For an unknown reason the vehicle left the roadway and struck a power pole with enough force to shear the pole in half.
Next of kin has been notified.
Boatnik River Closure
-05/16/25
RELEASE DATE: May 16th, 2025
TO: Waterway Users
FROM: Josephine County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol
DATES: May 23 – 26, 2025
RE: Water use regulations and race event schedule during Boatnik
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
During the Boatnik Races, the Rogue River will be closed in designated areas and during designated times (refer to the schedule below). All spectators will remain off the water until the races are over. All spectators will remain 50 feet from the waterway at all times.
Movement on the water is restricted to Law Enforcement, Rescue Personnel and Authorized Race Officials during the closures. Private boats are not allowed to assist with crash or rescue operations for safety purposes.
Boats can be anchored on the shoreline if it is deemed safe by the Race Official and Law Enforcement. All users shall be OFF the water and in an approved area 1 hour prior to the start of the race. Any unauthorized boats on the water during the closure may be cited for Reckless and Unsafe Operation (ORS 830.315 & 305) and are subject to a $440 fine. Law Enforcement will be patrolling the waterways during race events.
RIVER CLOSURES:
CLOSED Friday, May 23, 2025 6:00pm – 10:15pm from Baker Park to Sixth Street Bridge
CLOSED Saturday, May 24, 2025 11:00am – 8:00pm from Baker Park to Sixth Street Bridge
CLOSED Sunday, May 25, 2025 10:00am – 10:15pm from Baker Park to Sixth Street Bridge
CLOSED Monday, May 26, 2025 9:00am – 12:00pm Baker Park to Sixth Street Bridge and 12:00pm – 3:00pm from Baker Park to Robertson Bridge
UPDATE: LOCATED -- Missing Person : Wade, Martha (Photo)
-05/15/25
UPDATE: Martha has been located safely.
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Date of Report: May 9, 2025
Name: Martha Christine Wade
Age: 41
Sex: Female
Race: Caucasian
Height: 5'7"
Weight: 145
Hair: Blonde
Eyes: Hazel
Information: Martha's family has not heard from her since October 2024. That contact was on the phone, but they did not know where she was. For the past year, Martha was known to be living in the transient camps and parks in Grants Pass. She was last contact in person by Grants Pass Police on July 25, 2024. Martha does not have a vehicle or known associates. The photo provided is from 2021. Martha has a scar on her neck and a ladybug tattoo on her right foot.
If you have any information about Martha's whereabouts, please call the Josephine Couny Sheriff's Office or local Law Enforcement.
Case: 25-10327
Phone: 541-474-5123
