Months-Long Investigation In Northern Douglas County Leads To Recovery Of Stolen Vehicles And Property, Multiple Arrests Made -02/16/25
YONCALLA, Ore. -- A months-long investigation in northern Douglas County has concluded with the successful recovery of numerous stolen vehicles and property, as well as multiple arrests. The investigation, which focused on a large-scale chop shop operation, involved deputies working to track down stolen vehicles and property.
Reports indicated that stolen vehicles were being transported to a residence located in the 200-block of Lower Crest Road in Yoncalla, where they were being disassembled as part of an organized operation. Deputies launched the investigation, which culminated in the execution of a search warrant on January 15, 2025.
During the search, deputies recovered 10 stolen vehicles, along with property that belonged to the Oregon Department of Transportation.
As the investigation progressed, additional stolen vehicles and equipment were identified. On February 8, 2025, deputies returned to the Lower Crest Road residence, where they uncovered a stolen Sureclean Northwest power washer buried on the property. The investigation then expanded to Lane County, where a stolen 1956 Porsche was recovered in Eugene. Further inquiries took deputies to Sweet Home, where they recovered a stolen 2024 Husqvarna 300 dirt bike and a 1995 Jeep CJ5.
The investigation resulted in several arrests, including:
Junior Victor Cullison (28) of Yoncalla -- Facing charges of Possession of Stolen Vehicle x9, Trafficking Vehicle with Altered VIN x12, Criminal Mischief II, Theft By Receiving, Failure to Obtain Vehicle VIN, Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle x6, and Aggravated Theft I -- Motor Vehicle Parts/Accessories.
Travis E. McKown (45) of Yoncalla -- Facing charges of Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle x2 and Trafficking Vehicle with Altered VIN.
William "Willie" Spain, Jr. (42) of Eugene -- Facing charges of Possession of Stolen Vehicle x4, Trafficking Vehicle with Altered VIN x4, Criminal Mischief I x4, Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle x4, and Aggravated Theft I -- Motor Vehicle Parts/Accessories.
Deputies believe additional arrests may occur as the investigation continues.
Anyone with information that could assist in the ongoing investigation is encouraged to contact the Douglas County Sheriff's Office at (541) 440-4471, referencing Case #25-0149.
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office was assisted by the Lane County and Linn County Sheriff's Offices and Sweet Home Police Department.