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State Police Investigating Salem Police Officer-Involved Shooting Incident - 06/11/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: June 11, 2026

 

State Police Investigating Salem Police Officer-Involved Shooting Incident 

 

SALEM, Ore.-- On June 11, 2026, at approximately 7:28 a.m., officers responded to a 911 call at an encampment near the 3300 block of Portland Road NE. 

 

Arriving officers encountered a man with a weapon and a confrontation ensued. A Salem Police Officer fired shots at the suspect, striking him. The man was treated at the scene by Salem Fire Medics and transported to Salem Hospital for treatment. 

 

Pursuant to Marion County protocol for deadly force incidents (“Senate Bill 111 protocol”), Oregon State Police is investigating the incident with the assistance of other local agencies. At this time, the investigation is ongoing. Any further information will be released by the Oregon State Police or Marion County District Attorney’s Office. 

 

 

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State Police Investigating Salem Police Officer-Involved Shooting Incident - 06/11/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: June 11, 2026

 

State Police Investigating Salem Police Officer-Involved Shooting Incident 

 

SALEM, Ore.-- On June 11, 2026, at approximately 7:28 a.m., officers responded to a 911 call at an encampment near the 3300 block of Portland Road NE. 

 

Arriving officers encountered a man with a weapon and a confrontation ensued. A Salem Police Officer fired shots at the suspect, striking him. The man was treated at the scene by Salem Fire Medics and transported to Salem Hospital for treatment. 

 

Pursuant to Marion County protocol for deadly force incidents (“Senate Bill 111 protocol”), Oregon State Police is investigating the incident with the assistance of other local agencies. At this time, the investigation is ongoing. Any further information will be released by the Oregon State Police or Marion County District Attorney’s Office. 

 

 

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Salem Police Arrest Suspect Following Domestic Disturbance And Firearms Investigation (Photo) - 06/08/26

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: June 8, 2026 

 

Salem Police Arrest Suspect Following Domestic Disturbance and Firearms Investigation 

 

SALEM, Ore. -- On June 7, 2026, officers arrested Jeffrey Boyer, 64, of Salem, following a domestic disturbance investigation onOxford Street SE. Boyer was wanted for a prior incident involving strangulation that had been reported just hours earlier. 

 

At approximately 6:24 a.m., officers responded to the residence and contacted Boyer, taking him into custody without incident. During the investigation, safety concerns were noted regarding several firearms at the location. 

 

While officers investigated, multiple un-serialized rifles, short-barreled rifles, and an un-serialized suppressor were located. 

 

Boyer was lodged at Marion County Correctional Facility including Domestic Strangulation and multiple firearms related charges including Unlawful Manufacture of a Firearm. 

 

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

 

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Salem Police Arrest Suspect Following Domestic Disturbance And Firearms Investigation (Photo) - 06/08/26

*** Note: Edited to remove location address - 06/08/2026 - JH511. ***

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: June 8, 2026 

 

Salem Police Arrest Suspect Following Domestic Disturbance and Firearms Investigation 

 

SALEM, Ore. -- On June 7, 2026, officers arrested Jeffrey Boyer, 64, of Salem, following a domestic disturbance investigation onOxford Street SE. Boyer was wanted for a prior incident involving strangulation that had been reported just hours earlier. 

 

At approximately 6:24 a.m., officers responded to the residence and contacted Boyer, taking him into custody without incident. During the investigation, safety concerns were noted regarding several firearms at the location. 

 

While officers investigated, multiple un-serialized rifles, short-barreled rifles, and an un-serialized suppressor were located. 

 

Boyer was lodged at Marion County Correctional Facility including Domestic Strangulation and multiple firearms related charges including Unlawful Manufacture of a Firearm. 

 

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

 

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Salem Police Arrest Suspect In Multi-State Domestic Kidnapping And Assault Incident - 06/05/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: June 5, 2026 

 

Salem Police Arrest Suspect in Multi-State Domestic Kidnapping and Assault Incident 

 

SALEM, Ore. -- On June 5, 2026, officers arrested Michael Knabe, 42, of Wenatchee, Washington, in connection with a multi-state kidnapping and domestic assault incident involving, his significant other, a 41-year-old woman also from Wenatchee, WA. 

 

The incident began on the evening of June 4, 2026, when Knabe kidnapped the victim in Wenatchee, Washington. During the drive to Salem, Knabe assaulted the victim multiple times. On June 5, at approximately 5:56 a.m., officers were dispatched to the Center Market located at 1790 Center Street NE after the victim ran inside to seek help, Salem Patrol responded and contacted the victim at that location. 

 

Upon arrival, officers found the victim with multiple severe injuries. She was transported to Salem Hospital for medical treatment. 

 

Detectives from the Felony Crimes and Violent Crimes Units were notified and continued the investigation. Knabe was located and taken into custody without incident. He was lodged at Marion County Jail on charges of Assault in the Second Degree and Kidnapping in the First Degree. 

 

The victim is currently working with a Salem Police Domestic Violence Advocate for temporary housing until her family can pick her up. 

 

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

 

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Salem Police Arrest Suspect In Multi-State Domestic Kidnapping And Assault Incident - 06/05/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: June 5, 2026 

 

Salem Police Arrest Suspect in Multi-State Domestic Kidnapping and Assault Incident 

 

SALEM, Ore. -- On June 5, 2026, officers arrested Michael Knabe, 42, of Wenatchee, Washington, in connection with a multi-state kidnapping and domestic assault incident involving, his significant other, a 41-year-old woman also from Wenatchee, WA. 

 

The incident began on the evening of June 4, 2026, when Knabe kidnapped the victim in Wenatchee, Washington. During the drive to Salem, Knabe assaulted the victim multiple times. On June 5, at approximately 5:56 a.m., officers were dispatched to the Center Market located at 1790 Center Street NE after the victim ran inside to seek help, Salem Patrol responded and contacted the victim at that location. 

 

Upon arrival, officers found the victim with multiple severe injuries. She was transported to Salem Hospital for medical treatment. 

 

Detectives from the Felony Crimes and Violent Crimes Units were notified and continued the investigation. Knabe was located and taken into custody without incident. He was lodged at Marion County Jail on charges of Assault in the Second Degree and Kidnapping in the First Degree. 

 

The victim is currently working with a Salem Police Domestic Violence Advocate for temporary housing until her family can pick her up. 

 

The investigation is ongoing, and further inquiries should be directed to the Marion 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 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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