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Follow Up: Woodburn Officer Involved In Use Of Deadly Force Incident After 911 Call (Photo) - 05/03/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: May 3, 2026 

 

Follow Up: Woodburn Officer Involved in Use of Deadly Force Incident After 911 Call 

  

SALEM, Ore. --On Saturday, May 2, 2026, at approximately 10:41 p.m., Woodburn Police Officer Jackson Ryan responded to a 911 call regarding an aggressive individual causing a disturbance on Arney Road, on the border of the City of Woodburn, in Marion County, Oregon. 

 

Officer Ryan contacted Israel Hernandez-Martinez (37) in the roadway. As Officer Ryan made contact, Hernandez-Martinez was in possession of multiple tire irons (see pictures attached). A confrontation ensued, and Officer Ryan deployed his firearm, striking Hernandez-Martinez. Multiple Woodburn officers responded and attempted to render medical aid; however, Hernandez-Martinez was pronounced deceased at the scene. 

 

Pursuant to Marion County’s Officer Use of Deadly Force Protocol (“SB 111 Protocol”), a non-involved, outside agency was asked to conduct the investigation regarding the incident. The Salem Police Department is leading the investigation, assisted by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office and Oregon State Police. 

 

No further information will be released at this time pending a grand jury’s objective review of the encounter. In Marion County, a grand jury reviews each officer use of deadly force incident. Any future release will be by the Marion County District Attorney’s Office. 

 

Any questions about this incident can be directed to Chief Deputy District Attorney Brendan Murphy. 

 

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Follow Up: Woodburn Officer Involved In Use Of Deadly Force Incident After 911 Call (Photo) - 05/03/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: May 3, 2026 

 

Follow Up: Woodburn Officer Involved in Use of Deadly Force Incident After 911 Call 

  

SALEM, Ore. --On Saturday, May 2, 2026, at approximately 10:41 p.m., Woodburn Police Officer Jackson Ryan responded to a 911 call regarding an aggressive individual causing a disturbance on Arney Road, on the border of the City of Woodburn, in Marion County, Oregon. 

 

Officer Ryan contacted Israel Hernandez-Martinez (37) in the roadway. As Officer Ryan made contact, Hernandez-Martinez was in possession of multiple tire irons (see pictures attached). A confrontation ensued, and Officer Ryan deployed his firearm, striking Hernandez-Martinez. Multiple Woodburn officers responded and attempted to render medical aid; however, Hernandez-Martinez was pronounced deceased at the scene. 

 

Pursuant to Marion County’s Officer Use of Deadly Force Protocol (“SB 111 Protocol”), a non-involved, outside agency was asked to conduct the investigation regarding the incident. The Salem Police Department is leading the investigation, assisted by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office and Oregon State Police. 

 

No further information will be released at this time pending a grand jury’s objective review of the encounter. In Marion County, a grand jury reviews each officer use of deadly force incident. Any future release will be by the Marion County District Attorney’s Office. 

 

Any questions about this incident can be directed to Chief Deputy District Attorney Brendan Murphy. 

 

(PHOTO INCLUDED BELOW)  

 

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Salem Police Respond To Suspicious Package In Northeast Salem (Photo) - 04/19/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: April 19, 2026 
CONTACT: Salem Police Communications Office | spdmedia@cityofsalem.net 

 

Salem Police Respond to Suspicious Package in Northeast Salem 

 

SALEM, Ore. — On April 19, 2026, at approximately 8:27 a.m., officers responded to a call of a suspicious package in the 2500 block of 4th St NE. 

 

Upon arrival, patrol officers secured and closed off access to the affected area near the Salem Evangelical Church which was having services at the time. The church was asked to shelter in place while the Salem Police Bomb Squad was requested for assistance. 

 

The Bomb Squad, along with an Oregon State Police Bomb Technician, utilized specialized tools and equipment, including robots, to assess the device. The technicians were able to determine the package did not contain any explosive components. The package was rendered safe, and there was no threat to the public. Local streets around the church were closed for about three hours.  

 

A community member reported finding the package, however the investigation is ongoing in regard to who may have placed the package at the location. 

 

The Salem Police Department encourages community members to report any suspicious devices or activities immediately to help ensure public safety. 

 

Quick Tips for Community Members: 

  • If You See Something, Say Something: Report any suspicious devices or activities to the police immediately. 

  • Do Not Approach: Keep a safe distance from any suspicious device and do not attempt to touch or move it. 

  • Alert Others: Inform those nearby to stay away from the area until authorities arrive. 

  • Provide Clear Information: When reporting, provide as much detail as possible about the location and appearance of the suspicious device. 

 

As of this date, the Salem Police Bomb Squad has responded to 28 incidents, activities, and investigations in 2026. Many of these incidents involved suspicious packages or devices, bomb threats, post-blast investigations, military ordnance, or verified/suspected improvised explosive devices (IEDs). 

 

For further inquiries, please contact the Salem Police Communications Office. 

 

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Salem Police Respond To Suspicious Package In Northeast Salem (Photo) - 04/19/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: April 19, 2026 
CONTACT: Salem Police Communications Office | spdmedia@cityofsalem.net 

 

Salem Police Respond to Suspicious Package in Northeast Salem 

 

SALEM, Ore. — On April 19, 2026, at approximately 8:27 a.m., officers responded to a call of a suspicious package in the 2500 block of 4th St NE. 

 

Upon arrival, patrol officers secured and closed off access to the affected area near the Salem Evangelical Church which was having services at the time. The church was asked to shelter in place while the Salem Police Bomb Squad was requested for assistance. 

 

The Bomb Squad, along with an Oregon State Police Bomb Technician, utilized specialized tools and equipment, including robots, to assess the device. The technicians were able to determine the package did not contain any explosive components. The package was rendered safe, and there was no threat to the public. Local streets around the church were closed for about three hours.  

 

A community member reported finding the package, however the investigation is ongoing in regard to who may have placed the package at the location. 

 

The Salem Police Department encourages community members to report any suspicious devices or activities immediately to help ensure public safety. 

 

Quick Tips for Community Members: 

  • If You See Something, Say Something: Report any suspicious devices or activities to the police immediately. 

  • Do Not Approach: Keep a safe distance from any suspicious device and do not attempt to touch or move it. 

  • Alert Others: Inform those nearby to stay away from the area until authorities arrive. 

  • Provide Clear Information: When reporting, provide as much detail as possible about the location and appearance of the suspicious device. 

 

As of this date, the Salem Police Bomb Squad has responded to 28 incidents, activities, and investigations in 2026. Many of these incidents involved suspicious packages or devices, bomb threats, post-blast investigations, military ordnance, or verified/suspected improvised explosive devices (IEDs). 

 

For further inquiries, please contact the Salem Police Communications Office. 

 

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Strategic Investigations Unit Makes Arrest And Takes 27 Pounds Of Meth Off The Streets (Photo) - 04/07/26

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: April 7, 2026

 

Strategic Investigations Unit Makes Arrest and Takes 27 Pounds of Meth Off the Streets 

 

SALEM, Ore. -- On April 6, 2026, at approximately 11:43 p.m., detectives from the Strategic Investigations Unit arrested Luis Montes-Jimenez, 39, of Gresham, following a narcotics investigation on Mission Street SE. 

 

During the investigation, officers contacted Montes-Jimenez, who was driving a vehicle at the time. A search warrant was obtained for the vehicle, and during the subsequent search, approximately 10 pounds of methamphetamine was located concealed in the vehicle. 

 

On April 7, 2026, detectives received additional information that led them to a motel room near I-5 and rented by the suspect, where they seized an additional 17 pounds of methamphetamine in connection with this investigation. 

 

Montes-Jimenez was lodged at Marion County Jail on charges of Unlawful Delivery and Possession of Methamphetamine. 

 

The investigation is ongoing, and further inquiries should be directed to the Marion County District Attorney's Office. 

 

In 2025 and to date in 2026, the Strategic Investigations Unit, in partnership with the ATF, FBI, DEA through a Safe Streets Task Force, has seized nearly 150 pounds of Methamphetamine, and multiple pounds of other illicit drugs, to include 18 pounds of Fentanyl in both powder and pill form. 

 

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Strategic Investigations Unit Makes Arrest And Takes 27 Pounds Of Meth Off The Streets (Photo) - 04/07/26

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: April 7, 2026

 

Strategic Investigations Unit Makes Arrest and Takes 27 Pounds of Meth Off the Streets 

 

SALEM, Ore. -- On April 6, 2026, at approximately 11:43 p.m., detectives from the Strategic Investigations Unit arrested Luis Montes-Jimenez, 39, of Gresham, following a narcotics investigation on Mission Street SE. 

 

During the investigation, officers contacted Montes-Jimenez, who was driving a vehicle at the time. A search warrant was obtained for the vehicle, and during the subsequent search, approximately 10 pounds of methamphetamine was located concealed in the vehicle. 

 

On April 7, 2026, detectives received additional information that led them to a motel room near I-5 and rented by the suspect, where they seized an additional 17 pounds of methamphetamine in connection with this investigation. 

 

Montes-Jimenez was lodged at Marion County Jail on charges of Unlawful Delivery and Possession of Methamphetamine. 

 

The investigation is ongoing, and further inquiries should be directed to the Marion County District Attorney's Office. 

 

In 2025 and to date in 2026, the Strategic Investigations Unit, in partnership with the ATF, FBI, DEA through a Safe Streets Task Force, has seized nearly 150 pounds of Methamphetamine, and multiple pounds of other illicit drugs, to include 18 pounds of Fentanyl in both powder and pill form. 

 

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Salem Police Traffic Team Investigating Fatal Vehicle Vs. Bicycle Collision - 04/07/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: April 7, 2026

 

Salem Police Traffic Team Investigating Fatal Vehicle vs. Bicycle Collision 

 

SALEM, Ore. -- On April 6, 2026, at approximately 4:36 p.m., officers responded to a report of a vehicle versus bicyclist collision at the intersection of Pringle Road and Madrona Avenue SE. 

 

Upon arrival, emergency medical personnel declared the bicyclist, Marvin William Miller, 54, of Salem, deceased at the scene. The Traffic Team was notified and responded to lead the investigation. The intersection was shut down for almost four hours to facilitate the investigation. 

 

The preliminary investigation revealed that a utility work van, driven by a 27-year-old man, was stopped at a red light while traveling northbound on Pringle Road SE. When the light turned green, the driver of the van turned right to go eastbound on Madrona Avenue SE. Miller, who was riding northbound in the bicycle lane on the east side of Pringle Road SE, continued northbound and fell to the ground. Miller was then struck by the van. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. 

 

The Salem Police Department has responded to four fatal collisions resulting in four fatalities in 2026. 

 

The investigation is ongoing, and further inquiries should be directed to the Marion County District Attorney's Office. 

 

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Salem Police Traffic Team Investigating Fatal Vehicle Vs. Bicycle Collision - 04/07/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: April 7, 2026

 

Salem Police Traffic Team Investigating Fatal Vehicle vs. Bicycle Collision 

 

SALEM, Ore. -- On April 6, 2026, at approximately 4:36 p.m., officers responded to a report of a vehicle versus bicyclist collision at the intersection of Pringle Road and Madrona Avenue SE. 

 

Upon arrival, emergency medical personnel declared the bicyclist, Marvin William Miller, 54, of Salem, deceased at the scene. The Traffic Team was notified and responded to lead the investigation. The intersection was shut down for almost four hours to facilitate the investigation. 

 

The preliminary investigation revealed that a utility work van, driven by a 27-year-old man, was stopped at a red light while traveling northbound on Pringle Road SE. When the light turned green, the driver of the van turned right to go eastbound on Madrona Avenue SE. Miller, who was riding northbound in the bicycle lane on the east side of Pringle Road SE, continued northbound and fell to the ground. Miller was then struck by the van. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. 

 

The Salem Police Department has responded to four fatal collisions resulting in four fatalities in 2026. 

 

The investigation is ongoing, and further inquiries should be directed to the Marion County District Attorney's Office. 

 

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