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Salem Police And FBI Collaborate To Disrupt School Threat - 06/04/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: June 4, 2026 

  

Salem Police and FBI Collaborate to Disrupt School Threat 

 

SALEM, Ore. — On June 4, 2026, a 16-year-old juvenile was taken into custody following a coordinated investigation that disrupted a potential school-related threat involving firearms. 

 

At approximately 9:33 a.m., detectives from the Salem Police Department were alerted by the FBI that the juvenile had been researching school shootings, displaying concerning behaviors, and accessing materials related to the manufacturing of firearms. 

 

Detectives immediately partnered with Salem-Keizer Public Schools (SKPS) to ensure the safety of students and staff. The juvenile was not in attendance at West Salem High School, which prompted detectives to establish surveillance at locations the juvenile was believed to frequent. 

 

Information gathered during the investigation led detectives to a residence on McGilchrist Street SE. At approximately 1:15 p.m., detectives and other officers surrounded the residence and called out to the juvenile to ensure a safe resolution. The juvenile emerged from an attached shed and was taken into custody without incident.  

 

The related crimes occurred in Polk County, and the juvenile will be lodged at Yamhill County Juvenile Detention Center, facing charges related to the manufacturing of a firearm. 

 

This incident underscores the importance of collaboration among law enforcement and community partners, including the Salem Police Department, FBI, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), and local school officials. Their coordinated efforts enabled rapid information sharing and ensured there was no imminent threat to schools or the community. Based on the information gathered, there is no ongoing threat related to this incident. 

 

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

 

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Salem Police And FBI Collaborate To Disrupt School Threat - 06/04/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: June 4, 2026 

  

Salem Police and FBI Collaborate to Disrupt School Threat 

 

SALEM, Ore. — On June 4, 2026, a 16-year-old juvenile was taken into custody following a coordinated investigation that disrupted a potential school-related threat involving firearms. 

 

At approximately 9:33 a.m., detectives from the Salem Police Department were alerted by the FBI that the juvenile had been researching school shootings, displaying concerning behaviors, and accessing materials related to the manufacturing of firearms. 

 

Detectives immediately partnered with Salem-Keizer Public Schools (SKPS) to ensure the safety of students and staff. The juvenile was not in attendance at West Salem High School, which prompted detectives to establish surveillance at locations the juvenile was believed to frequent. 

 

Information gathered during the investigation led detectives to a residence on McGilchrist Street SE. At approximately 1:15 p.m., detectives and other officers surrounded the residence and called out to the juvenile to ensure a safe resolution. The juvenile emerged from an attached shed and was taken into custody without incident.  

 

The related crimes occurred in Polk County, and the juvenile will be lodged at Yamhill County Juvenile Detention Center, facing charges related to the manufacturing of a firearm. 

 

This incident underscores the importance of collaboration among law enforcement and community partners, including the Salem Police Department, FBI, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), and local school officials. Their coordinated efforts enabled rapid information sharing and ensured there was no imminent threat to schools or the community. Based on the information gathered, there is no ongoing threat related to this incident. 

 

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

 

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Salem Police Investigate Shooting Incident Downtown; Juvenile In Custody - 05/26/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: May 26, 2026 

 

Salem Police Investigate Shooting Incident Downtown; Juvenile In Custody 

 

SALEM, Ore.-- A 16-year-old male is now in custody at Marion County Juvenile Detention related to a shooting incident that occurred in downtown Salem on May 20, 2026. 

 

At approximately 6:20 p.m. on May 20, officers were dispatched to a report of a shooting in the area of 220 High Street SE. Upon arrival, officers found a 17-year-old male who had been shot, with reports that the suspect ran from the scene before they arrived. 

 

Officers provided initial first aid and wound care while securing the scene, so Salem Fire Medics could take over patient care and transport the victim to Salem Hospital. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries from the shooting. 

 

Multiple agencies, including the Salem Police Department, Oregon State Police, and Marion County Sheriff’s Office, coordinated a search for the suspect, utilizing canines and drones. However, the suspect was not located during the initial search. 

 

Detectives with the Violent Crimes Unit were able to identify the suspect and made several attempts to locate him. Early this morning, detectives were notified that the juvenile had turned himself in at the Marion County Juvenile Department. Detectives filed charges related to the shooting. The suspect will be held at the juvenile detention center and is facing multiple charges, including Assault in the First Degree and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. 

 

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

 

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Salem Police Investigate Shooting Incident Downtown; Juvenile In Custody - 05/26/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: May 26, 2026 

 

Salem Police Investigate Shooting Incident Downtown; Juvenile In Custody 

 

SALEM, Ore.-- A 16-year-old male is now in custody at Marion County Juvenile Detention related to a shooting incident that occurred in downtown Salem on May 20, 2026. 

 

At approximately 6:20 p.m. on May 20, officers were dispatched to a report of a shooting in the area of 220 High Street SE. Upon arrival, officers found a 17-year-old male who had been shot, with reports that the suspect ran from the scene before they arrived. 

 

Officers provided initial first aid and wound care while securing the scene, so Salem Fire Medics could take over patient care and transport the victim to Salem Hospital. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries from the shooting. 

 

Multiple agencies, including the Salem Police Department, Oregon State Police, and Marion County Sheriff’s Office, coordinated a search for the suspect, utilizing canines and drones. However, the suspect was not located during the initial search. 

 

Detectives with the Violent Crimes Unit were able to identify the suspect and made several attempts to locate him. Early this morning, detectives were notified that the juvenile had turned himself in at the Marion County Juvenile Department. Detectives filed charges related to the shooting. The suspect will be held at the juvenile detention center and is facing multiple charges, including Assault in the First Degree and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. 

 

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

 

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Salem Police Make Arrest In Connection With Multiple Theft Incidents - 05/14/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: May 14, 2026 

 

Salem Police Make Arrest in Connection with Multiple Theft Incidents 

 

SALEM, Ore. — On May 12, 2026, officers arrested Sara Maria Guzman-Staff, 39, of Salem, in connection with a series of theft incidents that occurred at various locations from December 2025 to May 2026. 

 

Guzman-Staff had been identified as the suspect in four shoplifting incidents. All theft cases were initiated by the Telephone Reporting Office, which receives and reviews reports submitted through the department’s online reporting system. Telephone Reporting Specialists were able to connect the cases through reviewing evidence submitted by the retailers. 

 

Telephone Reporting Specialists identified Guzman-Staff as a person of interest and coordinated the case information with officers, where it was assigned for follow-up. After further investigation, officers were able to confirm Guzman-Staff was the suspect. 

 

On May 12, officers spotted a vehicle driven by Guzman-Staff and stopped the vehicle. During the stop, she was found to be in possession of methamphetamine. 

 

Guzman-Staff was arrested for the four theft cases and the possession of methamphetamine and was lodged at Marion County Jail for multiple charges including Theft in the First Degree and Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. 

 

The Salem Police Department would like to recognize the efforts and coordination between the Telephone Reporting Office and patrol officers in making this arrest and interrupting the cycle of thefts. We also want to encourage our community to report criminal activity, as your report may be the one that connects several cases together. Many non-emergency crimes can be reported online by visiting this link: salempd.info/online-reports. 

 

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

 

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Salem Police Make Arrest In Connection With Multiple Theft Incidents - 05/14/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: May 14, 2026 

 

Salem Police Make Arrest in Connection with Multiple Theft Incidents 

 

SALEM, Ore. — On May 12, 2026, officers arrested Sara Maria Guzman-Staff, 39, of Salem, in connection with a series of theft incidents that occurred at various locations from December 2025 to May 2026. 

 

Guzman-Staff had been identified as the suspect in four shoplifting incidents. All theft cases were initiated by the Telephone Reporting Office, which receives and reviews reports submitted through the department’s online reporting system. Telephone Reporting Specialists were able to connect the cases through reviewing evidence submitted by the retailers. 

 

Telephone Reporting Specialists identified Guzman-Staff as a person of interest and coordinated the case information with officers, where it was assigned for follow-up. After further investigation, officers were able to confirm Guzman-Staff was the suspect. 

 

On May 12, officers spotted a vehicle driven by Guzman-Staff and stopped the vehicle. During the stop, she was found to be in possession of methamphetamine. 

 

Guzman-Staff was arrested for the four theft cases and the possession of methamphetamine and was lodged at Marion County Jail for multiple charges including Theft in the First Degree and Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. 

 

The Salem Police Department would like to recognize the efforts and coordination between the Telephone Reporting Office and patrol officers in making this arrest and interrupting the cycle of thefts. We also want to encourage our community to report criminal activity, as your report may be the one that connects several cases together. Many non-emergency crimes can be reported online by visiting this link: salempd.info/online-reports. 

 

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

 

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Strategic Investigations Unit Makes Arrest And Seizes 15 Pounds Of Illegal Drugs (Photo) - 05/07/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: May 7, 2026 

 

Strategic Investigations Unit Makes Arrest and Seizes 15 Pounds of Illegal Drugs 

 

SALEM, Ore. -- On May 6, 2026, Edward Garza, 59, of Salem, was arrested and approximately 15 pounds of methamphetamine was seized in connection with a drug offense following a narcotics investigation conducted by the Strategic Investigations Unit. 

 

As part of an ongoing investigation, at approximately 5:00 p.m., detectives, assisted by an Oregon State Police narcotics detection canine, came into contact with Garza in the parking lot of Fred Meyer located at 3450 Commercial Street SE. A judicial search warrant was obtained for the vehicle, and the methamphetamine was located in the trunk. 

 

Garza was transported to Marion County Jail and lodged on charges of Delivery of Controlled Substances-Methamphetamine. 

 

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

 

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Strategic Investigations Unit Makes Arrest And Seizes 15 Pounds Of Illegal Drugs (Photo) - 05/07/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: May 7, 2026 

 

Strategic Investigations Unit Makes Arrest and Seizes 15 Pounds of Illegal Drugs 

 

SALEM, Ore. -- On May 6, 2026, Edward Garza, 59, of Salem, was arrested and approximately 15 pounds of methamphetamine was seized in connection with a drug offense following a narcotics investigation conducted by the Strategic Investigations Unit. 

 

As part of an ongoing investigation, at approximately 5:00 p.m., detectives, assisted by an Oregon State Police narcotics detection canine, came into contact with Garza in the parking lot of Fred Meyer located at 3450 Commercial Street SE. A judicial search warrant was obtained for the vehicle, and the methamphetamine was located in the trunk. 

 

Garza was transported to Marion County Jail and lodged on charges of Delivery of Controlled Substances-Methamphetamine. 

 

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

 

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