Serious Injury Traffic Crash - Highway 205 south of Burns (Photo) - 05/24/13
Oregon State Police (OSP) cited a driver following Thursday morning's serious injury traffic crash involving two Scappoose-area motorcyclists on Highway 205 about 21 miles south of Burns. One of the motorcycle operators was critically injured.

According to Trooper James King, on May 23, 2013 at approximately 10:45 a.m., a 2007 Harley Davidson motorcycle operated by LUCINDA GARDNER, age 49, from Scappoose, was southbound on Highway 205 near milepost 21 along with a 2007 Harley Davidson motorcycle operated by DERRY YORK, age 58, also from Scappoose. The motorcycles came upon a 2011 Ford Van that appeared to be stopped in the middle of the southbound travel lane. Both motorcycle operators braked suddenly resulting in YORK's motorcycle colliding into the rear of GARDNER's motorcycle.

Both motorcycle riders were ejected off their motorcycles. GARDNER was transported by ambulance to Harney District Hospital in Burns with minor injuries. YORK was also transported by ambulance to Harney District Hospital then transferred by air ambulance to St. Charles Medical Center in Bend due with critical injuries. Both were wearing protective helmets.

The van's driver, JOESEPH RANDALL, age 55, from Corvallis, was cited for Impeding Traffic.

A couple on a third motorcycle was not injured.

OSP troopers from the Burns Worksite responded to investigate. Harney County Sheriffs Office, local emergency responders and ODOT assisted at the scene.

Photograph - Oregon State Police

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OSP Traffic Stop Leads to Discovery of 8 lbs of Marijuana in Birthday Wrapped Gifts - Highway 395 near Lakeview (Photo) - 05/24/13
Two California residents are facing charges following a Monday evening Oregon State Police (OSP) traffic stop north of Lakeview during which an OSP trooper discovered approximately 8 pounds of marijuana inside wrapped birthday gift boxes. The OSP Drug Enforcement Section is continuing the investigation.

On May 20, 2013 at approximately 6:39 p.m., an OSP trooper stopped a 1990 Ford van displaying Minnesota license plates northbound on Highway 395 near milepost 139 for a speeding violation. The van's two occupants were identified as passenger JORDAN A. BRAUN, age 21, and driver DONALD NALEZNY, age 19, both from Sonoma, California.

Subsequent investigation during the traffic stop led the trooper to discover two wrapped birthday presents contained a total of approximately 8 pounds of marijuana. In addition, an ice cooler had approximately 10 ounces of frozen hash oil. Estimated value of the seized marijuana is $20,000.

BRAUN and NALEZNY were cited and released to appear in Lake County Circuit Court for Unlawful Possession and Distribution of a Controlled Substance.

Photograph - Oregon State Police

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Dungess Crab Commercial Fisheries Investigation Leads to Charges; Investigation Continuing - 05/23/13
An investigation by the Oregon State Police (OSP) Fish & Wildlife Division at the Newport Area Command office is leading to multiple charges for several individuals including a Tidewater-area man previously charged with the unlawful sale of commercial/sport caught Dungeness crab to a local café.

After the completion of a commercial fisheries investigation in 2011-2012 that led to charges for KEITH PAULSON, age 64, from Tidewater, additional complaints regarding PAULSON were reported. Allegations of several crimes between August and November 2012 led to more charges by the Lincoln County District Attorney's Office. On May 14, 2013, PAULSON was also charged with the following crimes:

* Unlawful Sale of Sport Caught Crab
* Exceeding the Daily Limit of Sport Caught Crab
* Failure to Sell to a Licensed Wholesale Dealer
* Failure to Sell/Retain for Personal Use

Others implicated during the investigation were cited to appear in court on various charges. The owner of the Dock of the Bay, JANA BOATRIGHT, age 51, from, Waldport, is being charged with Unlawful Possession of Sport Caught Crab and Unlawful Sale of Sport Caught Crab.

Additional charges are pending for others. The investigation is continuing.

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Fatal Traffic Crash - Highway 126W east of Veneta (Photos) - 05/23/13
Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers from the Springfield Area Command office are continuing the investigation into Thursday morning's fatal traffic crash involving a Lane County Public Works vehicle and a passenger car on Highway 126W east of Veneta. The crash resulted in the death of an adult male and injuries to the truck's driver. The victim's name is withheld pending next of kin notifications.

Preliminary investigation indicates on May 23, 2013 at approximately 8:00 a.m. a passenger car driven by the 32-year old victim was eastbound on Highway 126W near milepost 49. For an unknown reason, the car crossed the centerline and collided head-on with a westbound 2011 Volvo truck pulling an empty semi-trailer. The truck's driver, RANDY R. FOSTER, age 43, from Harrisburg, wasn't able to avoid the collision.

The car's driver was pronounced deceased at the scene. He was using a shoulder restraint only and the lap belt was not utilized.

FOSTER, who was using safety restraints, was transported by ambulance to Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend for treatment of minor injuries. He was driving a truck for Lane County Public Works.

OSP troopers were assisted at the scene by Lane Rural Fire Department, ODOT , and Northwest Hazmat, Inc. Preventative steps were taken to prevent any vehicle fluids from getting into the Fern Ridge Reservoir. The highway was closed over four hours.

Trooper Kyle Bachmeier is the lead investigator.

Photographs - Oregon State Police

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Lincoln Interagency Narcotics Team Arrest Five People in Toledo on Drug-Related Charges (Photos) - 05/23/13
Five people were arrested on drug-related charges Wednesday following the execution of a search warrant at a Toledo-area residence by the Lincoln Interagency Narcotics Team (LINT) with the assistance of Toledo Police Department, Oregon State Police, and Newport Police Department.

On May 22, 2013, a search warrant was served at a residence in the 600 block of SE 2nd Street in Toledo. The subsequent search led to the seizure of methamphetamine, marijuana, and other evidence related to the sale and use of illegal drugs. Five adults were arrested and a minor child found living in the residence was removed and turned over to Oregon Department of Human Services.

The five individuals arrested and lodged in the Lincoln County Jail are identified as:

CYNTHIA MARIE STAFFORD, age 37
* Unlawful Manufacture, Possession and Delivery of a Controlled Substance - Methamphetamine
* Child Neglect in the First Degree

JAMES EARL GILLASPY, age 41
* Unlawful Manufacture, Possession and Delivery of a Controlled Substance - Methamphetamine
* Child Neglect in the First Degree

ELENA RENE GREWELL, age 26
* Frequenting a Place Where Controlled Substances are Sold

MASTON McMILLAN, age 28
* Frequenting a Place Where Controlled Substances are Sold

DANIEL ALVAREZ, age 26
* Frequenting a Place Where Controlled Substances are Sold

LINT is comprised of members from Oregon State Police, Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, Newport Police Department, and Lincoln City Police Department. Anyone with information about this investigation or any other drug-related case is encouraged to call LINT at (541) 265-5354.

Photographs - Lincoln County Sheriff's Office

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Update: Names Released - Serious Injury Traffic Crash - Interstate 5 NB Off Ramp / Old Highway 99S north of Myrtle Creek (Photo) - 05/23/13
Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers are continuing the investigation into Wednesday morning's serious injury collision involving a passenger car and commercial truck that occurred at the intersection of Old Highway 99S and the northbound Interstate 5 off ramp at exit 112 north of Myrtle Creek. The names of the two injured females are released in this update.

According to Lieutenant Doug Ladd, on May 22, 2013 at approximately 11:20 a.m., a commercial truck driven by STANLEY McHUGILL, age 63, from Sutherlin, was exiting the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 at exit 112. A 2001 Dodge Stratus two-door with 2 teen occupants from California traveling on Old Highway 99S failed to stop at a stop sign, drove into the truck's path and was struck in the driver's side.

The Dodge's 17-year old female driver, NATASHA HASTINGS from Redondo Beach, California, was not using safety restraints and received serious injuries. She was extricated by firefighters and initially transported by ambulance to Mercy Medical Center in Roseburg, then transferred to Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend in Springfield. She is in critical condition.

The 18-year old female passenger, GABRIELLE SWAIN from Redondo Beach, was using safety restraints and received minor injuries. Airbags deployed in their car.

McHUGILL was not injured. He was using safety restraints.

OSP troopers from the Roseburg Area Command office are investigating. Local emergency responders and ODOT assisted at the scene.

OSP reminds drivers and passengers that we are in midst of the "Click It or Ticket" campaign that runs through June 2. All vehicles occupants are urged to use safety restraints because it is the single most effective way to protect vehicle occupants involved in a crash from injury or death. More information about the May campaign and increased enforcement effort is available on our website at http://www.oregon.gov/osp/NEWSRL/Pages/news/05_15_2013_click_it_or_ticket.aspx.

Photograph - Oregon State Police

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Injury Traffic Crash - Highway 20 east of Albany (Photos) - 05/22/13
Two people were injured Wednesday afternoon in a four-vehicle traffic crash along Highway 20 about three miles east of Albany. Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers from the Albany Area Command office are continuing the investigation and no citations have been issued at this time.

According to Senior Trooper Scott Granger, on May 22, 2013 at approximately 3:00 p.m., a 2006 Ford F350 pickup driven by GREGORY SCHMICK age 49, from Silverton, was westbound on Highway 20 near milepost 4 when it crossed the double solid center lines into the eastbound lane and crashed into a 2012 GMC Sierra driven by GERALD FRITZ, age 47, from Lebanon. A third vehicle driven by STANLEY PESEK, age 82, from Oroville, California, moved into the westbound lane to avoid the Ford pickup but was struck in the passenger side. A fourth vehicle driven by APRIL HALL, age 34, from Lyons, Oregon, was also struck by the Ford pickup.

A passenger in the third vehicle identified as TRUDY PESEK, age 69, from Oroville, was extricated from the vehicle by Albany firefighters. STANLEY and TRUDY PESEK were transported by ambulance to Albany General Hospital where they were treated and released for minor injuries.

No other persons were reported injured.

Safety restraint use information is not available. Airbags in the Ford pickup and PESEK's vehicle deployed.

The highway was cleared about 6:00 p.m. ODOT assisted with traffic control during the investigation and clearing of vehicles from the scene.

Photographs - Oregon State Police

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Overturned Travel Trailer Causes Delays on Interstate 5 south of Roseburg (Photo) - 05/22/13
One person received minor injuries early Wednesday afternoon in a collision on the southbound lanes of Interstate 5 south of Roseburg involving their sport utility vehicle towing a travel trailer and a commercial truck. One freeway lane was blocked for several hours causing a significant back up until the road could be cleared.

According to Lieutenant Doug Ladd, on May 22, 2013 at approximately 12:10 p.m., a 2005 Ford Expedition pulling a 26-foot travel trailer driven by JENNIFER GEHO, age 53, from Roseburg, was southbound on Interstate 5 near milepost 116 in the left lane. As the Ford and travel trailer were passing a commercial truck pulling a semi-trailer, the travel trailer began to fishtail. The commercial truck driver saw what was happening and began to move toward the right shoulder where the travel trailer struck the side of the truck.

After impact, the travel trailer flipped onto its side. The overturned travel trailer still connected to the Ford Expedition came to rest in the right southbound lane.

GEHO received minor injuries and was transported by ambulance to Mercy Medical Center in Roseburg. She was using safety restraints and was later cited by OSP for Fail to Drive Within a Lane.

The truck's driver was not injured. He was also using safety restraints.

OSP troopers from the Roseburg Area Command office investigated. Winston Dillard Fire Department and ODOT assisted at the scene.

Photograph - Oregon State Police

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Kickoff The Summer Travel Season The Right Way: Drive Safe, Alert & Sober This Memorial Day Holiday Weekend - 05/21/13
In keeping with the "Click It or Ticket" mobilization running May 20 - June 2, Oregon State Police, county sheriffs and local police agencies urge local and long distance travelers to be aware of the increased enforcement efforts during the Memorial Day Holiday weekend.

Starting 6:00 p.m., Friday, May 24, through 11:59 p.m., Monday, May 27, Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers working with our law enforcement partners will focus enforcement efforts at encouraging vehicle occupants to buckle up, keeping impaired drivers off the road, and deterring distracted and dangerous driving behavior that affect everyone's safety.

"OSP troopers are committed to these important interagency mobilization efforts, day and night, to keep our highway users safe and roads open for travel," said OSP Captain Ted Phillips, Patrol Services Division director.

During the 2012 Memorial Day holiday period, ODOT's Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) reported three people, all 'vulnerable highway users', died in three separate traffic crashes in Oregon. Last year's victims were a pedestrian, a bicyclist, and a motorcycle operator. Since 1970, more than 260 people died after being involved in crashes during the holiday period that kicks off the summer travel season. More than half occurred in alcohol-involved crashes.

Prior to the start of the current annual "Click It or Ticket" campaign, ODOT noted in Oregon that 61 vehicle occupants who died in crashes in 2012 were completely unbelted. The majority of those - 49 - were occupants in pickups, and two-thirds of the unbuckled fatalities occurred in nighttime crashes.

During the previous six Memorial Day holiday weekends, OSP troopers arrested over 470 DUII drivers, including 64 DUII drivers arrested during last year's 78-hour period. Troopers' stepped up enforcement effort supports Operation C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort) and the work of other law enforcement agencies in Oregon and around the country to discourage the most common causes of injury crashes - speeding and impaired drivers.

An example of one of OSP's planned efforts will occur in central Oregon where, using overtime grant funding, troopers will focus on speed, safety restraint, and DUII enforcement on Highway 97, Highway 20, and Highway 26.

Oregon State Police, Oregon State Sheriff's Association (OSSA), Oregon Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP), and ODOT offer the following safety reminders:

* Get rested before you are tested. Fatigued drivers are more frequent during holiday weekends because of increased travel and activity. Be patient and allow plenty of time to reach your destination.
* Pay attention. An inattentive driver is a growing safety concern on our roads and an increasing factor in traffic crashes.
* Know before you go: Stay up to date on road conditions by visiting TripCheck.com or calling 5-1-1.
* Even when workers are not present, all work zone speed limits still apply and fines double. Inactive work zones still have equipment, detours, and incomplete changes in the roadway so drivers need to slow down and be alert.
* Share the road. Don't tailgate and be sure to check your mirrors and blind spots before changing lanes.
* Be on the lookout for bicyclists, pedestrians and other vulnerable users of our roads.
* Always use safety restraints and child safety seats correctly (see www.childsafetyseat.org for free safety seat clinics and proper buckling tips).
* Don't drink and drive; don't be impaired and drive. These can be deadly combinations.
* MOVE OVER if you are approaching any type of emergency vehicle, tow truck or roadside assistance vehicle which is stopped on the roadside with emergency lights activated.

OSP, OSSA, OACP and ODOT remind every traveling person - bicyclists, pedestrians, motorcyclists and motorists alike - that we all have individual responsibility for keeping our roads safe. Immediately report aggressive, dangerous and intoxicated drivers to 9-1-1 or call OSP at 1-800-24DRUNK (800-243-7865).

Oregon law requires the following:

* A child weighing less than 40 pounds must be restrained in a child safety seat.
* A child under one year of age or weighing less than twenty pounds must be restrained in a child seat, rear facing.
* A child over forty pounds or who has reached the upper weight limit of their forward-facing car seat must be restrained in a booster seat until they reach age eight or 4'9" in height and the adult safety belt system fits them correctly.

"Best Practice Recommendations" of the American Academy of Pediatrics and U.S. DOT suggest that children ride in rear-facing seats to age two or the upper weight limit of the seat in use. Children should continue to ride in safety seats to forty pounds or the upper weight limit of their safety seat before transitioning to a booster seat. Children under thirteen should ride in the back seat.

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NOTE: Questions regarding your local OSP or other law enforcement agency enforcement efforts should be directed to those OSP offices or other agencies. OSP media ridealong requests should be arranged through your local OSP office before the holiday weekend starts.

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Update: Arrest Confirmed of Driver of Stolen Vehicle Sought Following Early Monday Morning Elude near Lee's Camp off Highway 6 - 05/21/13
Tillamook County Sheriff's Office confirmed THOMAS ANTHONY WHITE, age 28, from Hillsboro, was arrested Monday afternoon, May 20, in the area law enforcement officers were searching south of Highway 6 near Lee's Camp after he fled on foot from a stolen vehicle into the woods near C-Line Road and Lyda Road. A deputy was flagged down by loggers who were aware of the search after spotting a man matching WHITE's description.

WHITE was lodged in the Tillamook County Jail on the following charges:

* Felony Attempt to Elude in a Vehicle
* Misdemeanor Attempt to Elude on Foot
* Reckless Driving
* Recklessly Endangering Another Person
* Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle
* Possession of a Stolen Vehicle
* Warrant (Washington County) - Failure to Appear - Theft in the First Degree

Questions about the arrest should be directed to Tillamook County Sheriff's Office

On May 20, 2013 at approximately 1:23 a.m., the Tillamook Police Department attempted to stop a stolen 2001 Chrysler Sebring displaying Oregon license plates eastbound on Highway 6 east of Tillamook. An OSP trooper and Tillamook County Sheriff's Office joined Tillamook police as the stolen vehicle fled eastbound at a high rate of speed, turning south of Highway 6 onto county roads near Lee's Camp.

At approximately 1:50 a.m., the two occupants abandoned the vehicle on C-line Road near Lyda Road and fled on foot. The vehicle's passenger, EDER ALEJANDRO HERNANDEZ, age 22, from Hillsboro, was located and taken into custody. HERNANDEZ was lodged in the Tillamook County Jail for Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle and misdemeanor Attempt to Elude on Foot.

The driver was identified as WHITE who was wanted out of Washington County for Failure to Appear - Theft in the First Degree.

White photograph (dated 4/2013) courtesy Washington County Community Corrections.

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Update: Name Released - Serious Injury Traffic Crash - Highway 99W near Adair Village - 05/20/13
Oregon State Police (OSP) is continuing the investigation into the cause of Monday afternoon's serious injury traffic crash involving a motorcycle and passenger car on Highway 99W near Adair Village. The two motorcycle occupants were ejected and transported to an area hospital for treatment of serious and minor injuries. The motorcycle operator's name is released in this update.

According to Sergeant Mike Iwai, on May 20, 2013 at approximately 12:25 p.m., a 1998 Honda Accord driven by RACHELLE COLLIER, age 29, from Albany, was northbound on Highway 99W near milepost 76. The Honda's right turn signal was activated as it slowed to turn right onto Ryals Avenue when a following 2006 Harley Davidson motorcycle attempted to pass on the right side. The motorcycle collided with the side of the turning car and both motorcycle occupants were ejected as it traveled off the highway into tall grass.

The motorcycle's 18-year old operator, JOHN D. WHITEWATER JR from Corvallis, was seriously injured and transported to by Corvallis Fire Department ambulance to Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Corvallis. The 14-year old female passenger received minor injuries and was transported by ambulance to the same hospital where she was treated and released. Both were wearing protective helmets.

COLLIER and her 3-week infant passenger were not injured.

OSP troopers from the Albany and Salem Area Command responded to the scene to investigation. Trooper Jeff Moran is the lead investigator. Benton County Sheriff's Office, Adair Rural Fire & Rescue, Corvallis Fire Department, and ODOT assisted at the scene.

Photographs - Oregon State Police

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Update: Name Released - Fatal Traffic Crash - Highway 101 south of Tillamook (Photos) - 05/20/13
Oregon State Police (OSP) is continuing the investigation into Monday morning's single vehicle fatal traffic crash along Highway 101 about fifteen miles south of Tillamook that resulted in the death of a 20-year old man. The victim's name is released in this update. Speed and failure to wear a safety belt are possible contributing factors.

On May 20, 2013 at approximately 6:18 a.m., a 2001 Dodge pickup driven by LUIS CORONA ESPINOZA, age 20, from Beaver, was northbound on Highway 101 near milepost 81. As the pickup was negotiating a sweeping right curve, the driver lost control and traveled off the shoulder striking an embankment. The pickup rolled and came to rest on its roof. The driver, who was not using safety restraints, was ejected from the pickup and pronounced deceased at the scene.

OSP troopers from the Tillamook work site office are continuing the investigation. Trooper Sarah Reding is the lead investigator.

OSP was assisted at the scene by Tillamook County Sheriff's Office, Nestucca Fire & Rescue, and ODOT. The highway was closed for about five hours.

This fatal crash occurred on the first day of the "Click It or Ticket" campaign that runs through June 2. OSP and ODOT remind everyone that the proper use of safety restraints is the single most effective way to protect vehicle occupants involved in a crash from injury or death. According to ODOT, even though Oregon now has the second highest safety belt use among U.S. states, 49 people last year lost their lives in crashes where they were in a pickup and were not wearing a safety belt.

More information about the May campaign and increased enforcement effort is available on our website at http://www.oregon.gov/osp/NEWSRL/Pages/news/05_15_2013_click_it_or_ticket.aspx.

Photographs - Oregon State Police

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OSP Troopers Use Taser to Take Wanted Felon into Custody near La Grande (Photo) - 05/20/13
A man wanted on numerous warrants was arrested by Oregon State Police (OSP) early Sunday near La Grande after troopers used a Taser on the aggressively resisting man to take him into custody during a traffic stop.

Shortly after midnight, May 19, 2013, two OSP troopers stopped a vehicle in Island City near La Grande on suspicion the driver was wanted on numerous warrants. The vehicle was seen earlier by one of the troopers who ran a check using the Mobile Data Terminal computer in the patrol car on the registered owner, DARYL S. FREDERICKSON, age 35, from Umatilla, and learned he was wanted on four outstanding warrants and was known to be an officer safety concern.

The trooper lost sight of the vehicle but located it later and stopped it. The driver, FREDERICKSON, was positively identified at that time as the wanted felon. When troopers initiated a felony stop at gunpoint, FREDERICKSON exited the vehicle and refused to obey their commands and orders. A Taser was deployed twice against FREDERICKSON who verbally threatened and challenged the troopers. After the second Taser deployment, he was taken into custody following a short struggle.

In addition to local charges of Resisting Arrest, Interfering with a Police Officer, and misdemeanor Attempt to Elude on Foot, FREDERICKSON was lodged in the Union County Jail on the following warrants:

* Contempt of Court - Fail to appear on Felon in Possession of a Firearm (Hermiston Municipal Court)
* Three warrants out of Union County charging Unlawful Possession & Delivery of a Controlled Substance - Methamphetamine, and two separate counts of Fail to Appear - Theft in the Second Degree.

Photograph - Union County Sheriff's Office

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Update: Name Released - Fatal Traffic Crash - Highway 226 east of Scio (Photos) - 05/19/13
Oregon State Police (OSP) is continuing the investigation into a single vehicle fatal traffic crash reported Sunday morning off Highway 226 east of Scio. The adult male victim's name is released in this update.

According to Sergeant Vonn Schleicher, on May 19, 2013 at approximately 11:24 a.m., OSP troopers from the Albany Area Command office responded to report of a single vehicle over an embankment along Highway 226 near Shindler Bridge Drive around milepost 14. A vehicle was found by an area resident on its top along Thomas Creek riverbank off the highway with a deceased adult male inside.

The victim is identified as BRIAN DAVID MARLER, age 49, from Scio.

For an unknown reason, the vehicle left the roadway and overturned. The cause is still under investigation.

OSP was assisted at the scene by Scio Rural Fire Department, Linn County Sheriff's Office, and Linn County District Attorney's Office.

Photographs - Oregon State Police

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Update: Victim Identified - Fatal Traffic Crash - Highway 20 / Highway 201N south of Ontario (Photos) - 05/16/13
A woman died Thursday morning in a collision between her vehicle and a commercial truck at the intersection of Highway 20 and Highway 201N south of Ontario in Malheur County. Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers from the Ontario Command office are continuing the investigation into the cause of the crash. The victim's name is released in this update.

According to Lieutenant Mark Duncan, on May 16, 2013 at approximately 9:35 a.m., a 2006 Pontiac G6 four-door driven by VENEZA RODRIGUEZ, age 20, from Ontario, was stopped at the stop sign on Highway 20 at the intersection with Highway 201N. As a 2006 Kenworth truck driven by GUADALUPE RIOS, age 53, from Nyssa, approached southbound on Highway 201N, the Pontiac pulled out to turn left and into the path of the commercial truck when it was struck.

After impact, both vehicles traveled together nearly 200 yards to the south of the intersection before separating. The Pontiac came to rest in a bordering irrigation ditch. The truck and trailer came to a stop in the northbound lanes.

RODRIGUEZ was pronounced deceased at the scene. She was using safety restraints.

RIOS was not injured and was also using safety restraints.

OSP was assisted at the scene by Malheur County Sheriff's Office, Bureau of Land Management, Ontario Fire & Rescue, and ODOT. The highway was closed six hours with a detour in place.

Photographs - Oregon State Police

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Milwaukie 5th Grader's Entry Selected to Represent Oregon in National "Missing Children's Day" Poster Contest (Photo & Info Links) - 05/16/13
*** Governor Kitzhaber joins child safety advocates around the country by signing proclamation announcing May 25, 2013 as "Missing Children's Awareness Day" in Oregon ***

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A 5th grader at Milwaukie's Linwood Elementary School received a surprise today when the Oregon State Police (OSP) Missing Children's Clearinghouse announced her poster was selected to represent Oregon in the national Missing Children's Day Poster Contest. In addition to a pizza party held for her and about 20 classmates, Oregon Governor John Kitzhaber sent a letter that was read congratulating her on the winning poster and for helping to raise awareness about child safety.

On May 16, 2013, OSP Missing Children's Clearinghouse Program Analyst Julie Willard announced that ZION BROOKS' winning poster was selected to represent Oregon and had been sent to the Department of Justice for national judging and selection with posters submitted from around the country. The Missing Children's Day Poster Contest is an annual event for fifth grade students providing an opportunity for schools, law enforcement, and other community organizations to engage children and their parents in discussions about child safety.

During the presentation, a letter from Governor John Kitzhaber was read to her class commending Zion for her winning entry and involvement with local communities in being part of the solution to keep kids safe.

"Oregon is proud that you'll be representing our state and we wish you the best of luck," wrote Kitzhaber.

Governor Kitzhaber also joined child safety advocates around the country by signing a proclamation announcing May 25, 2013 as "Missing Children's Awareness Day" in Oregon. During the month of May, families around the country are encouraged to take 25 minutes to talk to their children about safety and abduction prevention as part of the Take 25 (www.Take25.org) national child safety campaign. A list of 25 safety tips for parents that can help save a child's life is included with this news release.

May 25 has been observed as National Missing Children's Day since it was first proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan in 1983. This date is the anniversary of the day in 1979 when 6-year-old Etan Patz disappeared from a New York street corner on his way to school; a story that captivated the nation. Etan's photo, taken by his father, was circulated nationwide and appeared in media across the country and around the world. This powerful image has come to symbolize the anguish and trauma of thousands of searching families.

As of April 2013, Oregon's Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) records contained information regarding 401 kids under the age of 18 listed as missing in LEDS/NCIC. About 90% of the listed missing children are runaways.

The remaining listed children are missing under circumstances indicating his/her physical safety may be in danger or their disappearance was not voluntary.

According to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), every year in America, an estimated 800,000 children are reported missing, more than 2,000 children each day. Of that number, 200,000 are abducted by family members and 58,000 are abducted by non-family members, for which the primary motive is sexual. Each year, 115 children are the victims of the most serious abductions; they are taken by non-family members and either murdered, ransomed or taken with the intent to keep.

An analysis of attempted abduction cases by NCMEC found that in 81 percent of the cases, the child escaped would-be abductors through their own actions. Twenty-eight percent actively resisted (yelling, kicking, pulling away, running away or attracting attention) while 53% recognized something was not right and responded by walking or running away.

"Spend time with your kids, set appropriate limits, and help them make good choices. It is important to take the time to talk to your children about safety." said Willard.

Fortunately last month, two reports of children missing in Molalla and Gresham just days apart ended with both being found safe. During the most serious incidents when a child is abducted, Oregon's AMBER Alert program is a critical missing child response program utilizing the resources of law enforcement and media to engage the public's help to find a child as quickly as possible. Information about Oregon's AMBER Alert program is available on the OSP website at http://www.oregon.gov/OSP/AMBERALERT/index.shtml.

Several months ago, the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) Program replaced the Wireless AMBER Alert Program to help distribute AMBER Alerts throughout the country. Also known as Commercial Mobile Alert System (CMAS) or Personal Localized Alerting Network (PLAN), WEA is a national emergency alert system that sends text-like messages to users' WEA-capable mobile devices. The program may send out cellphone alerts in the form of sounds and beeps when an AMBER Alert is issued in an area of activated cell towers. Oregon's first WEA use occurred in January 2013 when a 5-year old boy was abducted in The Dalles and recovered safe about an hour after the AMBER Alert activation.

The Missing Children's Day Poster Contest is promoted in Oregon by the OSP Missing Children's Clearinghouse. Fifth grade teachers interested in participating in next year's contest can contact Julie Willard at (503) 934-0188 or Julie.willard@state.or.us.

To view last year's winning entries submitted from 41 states and the District of Columbia among the thousands entered by fifth graders across the country:
http://mecptraining.org/2012/05/2012-poster/.

More information, including photos and background information about some of Oregon's missing children, is available at http://www.oregon.gov/OSP/MCC/pages/index.aspx.

Links:
Photographs - Oregon State Police (Note: Family photo left to right: Stepfather Moddie Sesson; Zion Brooks; and, Mother Lisha Melifeng)
Copy of Governor Kitzhaber's letter and proclamation
Image of Selected Poster

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Two Men Arrested Following Attempt to Elude near Clackamas/Marion County Line (Photos) - 05/16/13
Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers arrested two men early Thursday morning following an attempt to elude in a vehicle along roads near Highway 219 west of Donald.

On May 16, 2013 at approximately 12:25 a.m., an OSP trooper attempted to stop a 1979 Chevrolet Caprice four-door displaying Oregon license plates southbound on Interstate 5 near milepost 281 for several traffic violations. The driver failed to yield as the vehicle sped up at a high rate of speed, exiting the freeway at the Donald/Aurora interchange and went westbound on Ehlen Road NE continuing at a high rate of speed. While trying to turn left onto Highway 219 the car traveled into a ditch and went airborne, landing in a field. The car continued westbound until it got stuck in an electrical fence as it tried to access the highway.

The driver, ALEX JOSEPH RAYMOND, age 25, from St. Paul, was taken into custody after briefly trying to flee on foot despite being injured during the crash. He was transported to Oregon Health & Science University for treatment. Upon release from the hospital, RAYMOND was arrested by OSP and lodged in the Clackamas County Jail on the following charges:

* Felony Attempt to Elude in a Vehicle
* Misdemeanor Attempt to Elude on Foot
* Recklessly Endangering Another Person
* Reckless Driving
* Misdemeanor Driving While Suspended
* Criminal Mischief in the First Degree
* Misdemeanor Hit & Run

The car's passenger, MATTHEW SHANE BROWN, age 28, from Carlton, was arrested for Probation Violation after contact was made with his parole officer. BROWN was also lodged in the Clackamas County Jail.

Photographs of both subjects - Clackamas County Sheriff's Office

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Correction to Update: Names & Other Info - Serious Injury Traffic Crash - Highway 97 north of Madras (Photos) - 05/15/13
CORRECTION: Passenger MARTIN was ejected and transported by air, not passenger GILLESPIE

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An investigation by Oregon State Police (OSP) into the cause of an early Wednesday morning single vehicle traffic crash along Highway 97 about 14 miles north of Madras led to the driver being cited for several offenses. The vehicle's 3 occupants are also identified as names released.

On May 15, 2013 at approximately 5:08 a.m., a 1992 Chevrolet Blazer sport utility vehicle driven by NICHOLAS M. RUSSELL, age 18, from Coeur D'Alene, Idaho, was northbound on Highway 97 near milepost 77 when it crossed the southbound lane. The vehicle continued onto the shoulder and rolled at least once before coming to rest on its wheels in the southbound lane.

One of the 2 passengers identified as TRENT MARTIN, age 18, from Coeur D-Alene, was ejected from the rolling vehicle and seriously injured. MARTIN was transported by air ambulance to St. Charles Medical Center in Bend. RUSSELL and passenger JOSEPH GILLESPIE, age 17, from Dublin, California, received non-life threatening injuries and were taken by ground ambulance to St. Charles Medical Center in Madras.

Subsequent to the investigation, RUSSELL was cited to appear in Jefferson County Circuit Court for Reckless Driving, Assault in the Third Degree, Recklessly Endangering Another Person, No Operator License, and Fail to Maintain a Lane of Travel.

The highway was blocked one hour during the emergency incident response. No OSP troopers were on duty so one was called out from his residence to respond and investigate. Lead investigator is Senior Trooper Jed Rzegocki. Driver fatigue was noted as one contributing factor in this crash.

OSP was assisted at the scene by Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Jefferson County EMS, Jefferson County Fire Department, LifeFlight, and ODOT.

Photographs - Oregon State Police

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Truck Fire - Highway 34 east of Interstate 5 (Photos) - 05/14/13
A commercial truck transporting logs received major fire damage Tuesday morning after a fire reportedly started inside the truck as it traveled along Highway 34 east of Interstate 5 in Linn County.

According to Trooper Phil Van Leuven, on May 14, 2013 at approximately 10:09 a.m., a 1993 Kenworth truck driven by RANDY L. NUNN, age 44, from Sweet Home, was westbound on Highway 34 near milepost 14 enroute with a load of logs to Roseburg. NUNN reported a fire started near the dashboard area inside the truck. He pulled into the center median and stopped to avoid any potential of the fire spreading to nearby grass.

Tangent Fire Department and ODOT responded to the scene. Firefighters extinguished the fire while the road was closed for over 30 minutes. The fire was restricted to the truck and didn't spread to the loaded logs.

Traffic was restored to one lane in both directions for about two more hours until the truck and trailer were removed.

Photographs - Oregon State Police

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Gresham Man Arraigned on Manslaughter Charge in Lake County Circuit Court Related to Sept. 2012 Fatal Traffic Crash (Photos) - 05/14/13
(NOTE: Any questions regarding this case should be directed to Lake County District Attorney Ulys Stapleton at (541) 947-6009)

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A 22-year old Gresham-area man was arraigned Monday afternoon in Lake County Circuit Court after being indicted last week by a Lake County Grand Jury in connection with a September 2012 fatal traffic crash along Highway 31 about four miles south of the town of Silver Lake. The indictment followed an Oregon State Police (OSP) investigation into the single vehicle fatal traffic crash that killed one person.

SEAN TAYLOR BERGLUND, age 22, from Gresham, was arraigned May 13, 2013, for one count of Manslaughter in the First Degree. With bail set at $50,000, BERGLUND was booked into Lake County Jail and released later Monday after posting bail. According to the Lake County District Attorney's Office, the court set numerous conditions to assist in monitoring the defendant's behavior and compliance after release from custody.

On September 2, 2012, at approximately 12:50 a.m., a 1997 Ford F150 pickup was traveling northbound on Highway 31 near milepost 51 when it traveled off the roadway into the ditch and rolled numerous times, ending on its top. The passenger, ROBERT EDWARD SANCHEZ BUSCH, age 22, also from Gresham, was pronounced deceased at the scene and BERGLUND was transported by ambulance to a Bend-area hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.

Although Berglund told investigating troopers that an unidentified third person was driving the vehicle, during the multi-month ongoing investigation, BERGLUND was identified by OSP as the pickup's driver.

Photograph Sources:
Berglund Photo - Lake County Sheriff's Office
Scene Photo - Oregon State Police

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Serious Injury Traffic Crash = Highway 203 near Union - 05/12/13
A 78-year old woman was seriously injured Friday morning in a two vehicle traffic crash on Highway 203 near Union.

According to Sergeant Jason Stone, on May 10, 2013 at approximately 9:50 a.m., a Chevrolet Lumina passenger car driven by BLANCHE KOHLER, age 78, from Union, was stopped on Highway 203 near milepost 16 waiting to turn left onto a county road when it was struck from behind by a Dodge pickup driven by DARRELL WOOD, age 84, from Union. Both vehicles received major damage.

KOHLER was transported by air ambulance to Providence Saint Mary Medical Center in Walla Walla, Washington with serious injuries.

WOOD wasn't injured. He was cited by Oregon State Police (OSP) for Careless Driving.

OSP troopers from the La Grande Area Command office were assisted at the scene by Union County Sheriff's Office, Union Fire Department, La Grande Fire Department, and ODOT.

No photographs available for the release.

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Serious Injury Traffic Crash - Highway 18 near Otis (Photo) - 05/11/13
Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers are continuing the investigation into Friday afternoon's single vehicle serious injury traffic crash along Highway 18 about seven miles east of Highway 101. The crash seriously injured an Otis-area woman.

According to Sergeant Cari Boyd, on May 10, 2013 at approximately 5:17 p.m., a 1998 Dodge Voyager van driven by ELISHA CRIPPEN, age 26, from Otis, was westbound on Highway 18 near milepost 7 when it traveled off the roadway and down a slight embankment. The van began to flip over, struck a telephone pole, and then came to rest on its top.

CRIPPEN, the lone occupant, was initially transported by Pacific West ambulance to Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital. She was later taken by air ambulance to Legacy Emanuel Medical Center in Portland for further treatment. She was using safety restraints and the van's airbags deployed.

OSP troopers from the Newport Area Command office are continuing the investigation. Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, Rose Lodge area fire personnel, ODOT, and Lincoln County District Attorney's Office assisted. One lane was blocked about six hours.

Photograph - Oregon State Police

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Two Vehicle Fatal Crash US Hwy 11 at MP 20 near Pendleton, Oregon - 05/10/13
Troopers from the Pendleton Area Command have concluded their on scene investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash, which resulted in the death of one of the two vehicles drivers. The occupants of the other vehicle received none or minor injuries.

Today, at approximately 8:50 a.m., a two vehicle crash occurred on SR Hwy 11 at MP 20 near Pendleton, Oregon. Investigation at the scene revealed that a 2013 Toyota Corolla driven by Vincent A. TORRIER, age 77, from Walla Walla, Washington was northbound on SR Hwy 11 when he made a U-turn in front of a 2004 Ford F350 pick-up driven by Debora J. Alder, age 55, from Hermiston, Oregon. The Ford Pick-up collided with the Toyota Corolla entrapping the driver - TORRIER - in the Corolla. TORRIER was air lifted to St. Mary's Hospital in Walla Walla were he was pronounced deceased. The Highway was closed for 4.5 hours. Mr. TORRIER had a pet dog with him in his vehicle, which was treated for minor injury and released to his next of kin. Ms. Alder had three passengers in her vehicle - Allen R. Alder, age 54, Dana M. Hanson, age 22 - both of Hermiston, and a 10 year old juvenile from Pendleton. Investigating Troopers do not indicate at this time that intoxicants contributed to the crash.

The Oregon State Police Pendleton Troopers were assisted on scene by: Athena Fire Dept., East Umatilla Co. Rural Fire Dept., East Umatilla Co. Ambulance (Medic 400), ODOT, Pendleton, Athena and Weston Police Departments and Life Flight.

US Marshal's Pacific NW Violent Offender Task Force Apprehends OHIO Fugitive - 05/10/13
On March 30, 2013 at 4:52 a.m. the Madison County Sheriff's Office, London, Ohio investigated a home invasion robbery in which the homeowner was assaulted with a bat and his ten year old daughter was thought to be kidnapped.

Madison CO Deputies learned that three masked men armed with two handguns and a baseball bat entered the residence and assaulted the homeowner, ultimately sending him to the hospital. His daughter was located unharmed at the residence and the three masked men got away with several valuables.

Items stolen in this home invasion included, but are not limited to:

* Autographed Archie Griffin #45 framed Ohio State University football jersey.
Enclosed within the frame with the jersey is a Sports Illustrated magazine with a cover photo of Archie Griffin. Jersey is red in color
* Autographed A.J. Hawk #47 framed Ohio State University football jersey with a photograph of Hawk in the lower left corner of the frame. Jersey is red in color.
* 2002 Ohio State University National Championship team autographed football helmet in a glass (plastic) case. Helmet is gray in color.
* HP Pavilion V7T laptop computer
* Dell Latitude laptop computer
* Apple I-Pad
* Dell Air Ultra book laptop computer
* 357 Caliber Revolver handgun. Make unknown but has name "Homewood" engraved on side of gun. Gun has wood grips.

On April 01, 2013 a Press Release was aired in Ohio along with a new media reward offer of $10,000.00 for anyone providing information leading to the arrest and conviction of person(s) responsible for this crime.

On April 15, 2013 one of the suspects was identified as Zachary T. DAVIS, age 24, of Columbus, Ohio.

On May 7, 2013 an Aggravated Burglary warrant was issued for DAVIS with a nationwide pursuit radius, pending the probable filing of additional charges of Aggravated Robbery, Felonious Assault and kidnapping. It is further noted that various felony warrants are also pending on DAVIS for the Ohio counties of Franklin and Delaware.

Subsequent investigation by the Madison County Sheriff's Office provided information that that DAVIS was in Salem, Oregon thus prompting a call to the US Marshal's Office for assistance in the apprehension of Mr. DAVIS.

On May 9, 2013 members of the United States Marshals Pacific Northwest Violent Offender Task Force (PNVOTF) located DAVIS at the Motel 6 in Salem, Oregon. Upon contacting him, DAVIS fled on foot and a short foot chase ensued. DAVIS was ultimately caught but resisted arrest. He was subdued by Task Force members and was taken into custody. A small amount of methamphetamine, heroin and prescription pills were located on Davis's person. Davis was lodged at Marion County Jail and is pending extradition back to Ohio.

Anyone with with more information about the above stolen items is asked to call Lieutenant Semler with the Madison County Sheriff's Office at (614) 348-8072.

The US Marshal's Pacific NW Violent Offender Task Force is comprised of members of numerous local law enforcement agencies, and which the Oregon State Police is a member of.

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Klamath Falls Man Arrested on Charges related to Sex Abuse Investigation - 05/09/13
Oregon State Police (OSP) Criminal Investigation Division detectives arrested a Klamath Falls man on charges related to a sexual abuse investigation.

According to Sergeant Robert Fenner, on Thursday May 09, 2013 OSP detectives arrested RONNY ALAN RYKBOST, age 50, from Klamath Falls, and lodged him at the Klamath County Jail on the following charges:

* 12 counts Sexual Abuse 1
* 12 counts of Unlawful Sexual Penetration 1
* 12 counts of Sodomy 1
* 12 counts Encouraging Child Sexual Abuse 1

RYKBOST is alleged to have committed the crimes of Sexual Abuse 1, Unlawful Sexual Penetration 1 and Sodomy 1 between 2000 and 2007. The victim was related to RYKBOST at the time of the alleged crimes and was under twelve years of age when the alleged crimes began.

After RYKBOST was taken into custody, a search warrant was served at his residence. Detectives found at least 12 separate visual recordings of children involved in sexually explicit conduct. Additional digital media was seized and more charges are expected after the images and recordings are analyzed.

Sexual Abuse 1, Unlawful Sexual Penetration 1 and Sodomy 1 are all Measure 11 crimes. Under Oregon's "Jessica's Law", adults convicted of Sodomy 1 or Unlawful Sexual Penetration 1 are subject to a mandatory minimum 25 year prison sentence.

Anyone with information related to this case are encouraged to contact OSP detectives by calling OSP's Southern Command Center at 541-883-5711 or OSP's Klamath Falls Area Command at 541-883-5713.

No photograph available for release.

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Driver Attempts to Elude State Troopers on I-84 near Pendleton, Crashes and is Caught on Foot - 05/09/13
May 8, 2013 at 5:14 p.m. a Trooper from the Pendleton Area Command attempted to stop a white 1999 Oldsmobile Alero on I-84 at MP 206 for passing other vehicles on the right shoulder and speeding at 115-mph. The Driver of the vehicle - Zechariah I. AYERS age 27 from Pendleton - failed to stop and proceeded to attempt to elude Troopers for 36 minutes and over 50 miles until he crashed his vehicle on private property off of US Hwy 37 at MP 8.5. Subsequently, his vehicle caught fire and AYERS fled on foot. A passenger in the vehicle remained with the vehicle and cooperated with Troopers. AYERS was soon caught by Troopers on foot, arrested and lodged in jail. AYERS was charged with: Reckless Driving, Reckless Endangerment, Felony Attempt to Elude-Vehicle, Misdemeanor Attempt to Elude-foot, Failure to Perform Duties of a Driver-property damage and Criminal Mischief II. The property owner, Troopers and deputies were able to quickly pull the burning vehicle out of the brush and into a gravel lot where it burned preventing the fire from spreading to the brush.

Pendleton Area Troopers were assisted by Umatilla County Sheriff Deputies and the residents at Cold Springs Ranch.

Critical Injury Crash Hwy 126East West of Redmond - 05/08/13
A two vehicle crash resulting in critical injuries occurred on Highway 126East west of Redmond on Tuesday afternoon. Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers from the Bend Area Command are continuing the investigation.

According to Sergeant Keith Taylor, on May 7, 2013 at approximately 4:34 p.m. a two vehicle crash occurred on Highway 126East near milepost 109 about one mile west of Redmond. A Toyota Corolla, driven by JESSICA GARCIA, age 19, from Redmond was eastbound on Highway 126East rounding a right hand curve. Also in the Corolla were the right front passenger, MATTHEW FRANZ, age 27, from Bend, right rear passenger, KYLE KEMP, age 19, from Redmond, and a left rear passenger, a male juvenile, from Central Oregon.

A Kia Sportage SUV, driven by SUSAN BURDICK, age 54, from Redmond was westbound on Highway 126East. Also in the Sportage was the right front passenger, LARRY BURDICK, age 69, from Redmond.

As GARCIA'S vehicle was eastbound rounding the curve her vehicle went into the westbound lane where it crashed into BURDICK'S vehicle nearly head on.

JESSICA GARCIA and the male juvenile from the Corolla were airlifted to St. Charles Hospital in Bend with Critical Injuries. FRANZ was transported by ground ambulance to St. Charles in Redmond with minor injuries. KEMP was treated at the scene and was not transported.

Both SUSAN BURDICK and LARRY BURDICK were transported by ground ambulance to St. Charles Hospital in Bend with serious injuries.

OSP troopers are continuing the investigation. Alcohol use is being investigated on GARCIA as a contributing factor in the crash. Seat belt usage for all involved is unknown; however, both involved vehicles air bags deployed during the crash.

OSP was assisted at the scene by Deschutes County Sheriff's Office, Redmond Police Department, Oregon Department of Transportation, Deschutes County District Attorney's Office, Redmond Fire and Rescue, and Sister/Camp Sherman Fire and Rescue.

Photographs courtesy of OSP

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Update #3: Witnesses Sought- Investigation Into Marion County Sheriff's Office Deputy-Involved Shooting in Southeast Salem on April 23, 2013 - 05/07/13
Oregon State Police (OSP) Detectives are requesting assistance from the public in locating a possible witness to the Officer Involved Shooting that occurred in Southeast Salem on April 23, 2013.

As reported in previous media releases, Marion County Sheriff's Deputy Cliff Self stopped a Jeep Cherokee in the driveway of a residence located at 6075 Fircrest Street SE, Salem, Oregon on April 23, 2013. A passenger identified as Dusty Epps exited the Jeep and confronted Deputy Self. During the confrontation, Deputy Self fired multiple rounds which resulted in serious injuries to Mr. Epps. Mr. Epps and the driver of the Jeep, Jessica Houser, remain in custody on unrelated criminal charges in Marion County. The Marion County HART (Homicide Assault Response Team), led by the Oregon State Police Criminal Investigation Division, continues to investigate the shooting incident. The Marion County District Attorney's Office will present the case to a grand jury in accordance with standard protocol in the near future.

Assistance is needed from the public and the media to identify a potential witness. An adult male in his mid-20's driving a black vehicle believed to be a Subaru Impreza WRX reportedly entered the Subway restaurant located at Commercial Street SE and Wiltsey Road SE in Salem a short time after the shooting and commented that he observed the incident. This unidentified man then left the restaurant and was not contacted by responding officers.

Detectives would like to interview this witness as he may have firsthand knowledge of the incident. This individual, or persons with knowledge of his identity, are asked to contact the Oregon State Police Northern Communications Center at 1-800-452-7888.

No further information has been authorized for release by the Marion County District Attorney's Office as the investigation is on-going.

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Previous Releases:

Marion County District Attorney's Office has authorized the release of names of the Marion County Sheriff's Office deputy and person shot during the April 23, 2013, officer-involved shooting in southeast Salem. No other information is being released at this time unless approved by the District Attorney's office pending the ongoing investigation.

The person shot is identified as DUSTY KEATON EPPS, age 38, from Jefferson. He is being treated at Salem Hospital and his injuries are believed non-life threatening. He is in custody on a Parole Violation detainer.

The involved officer is identified as Deputy CLIFF SELF, age 33. Deputy SELF was hired by the sheriff's office in August 2008. Per standard procedure in officer-involved shootings, he is on paid administrative leave.

The Marion County HART (Homicide Assault Response Team) was called to the scene to initiate an investigation that will be led by Oregon State Police Criminal Investigation Division. Other agencies involved in the investigation are Salem Police Department, Keizer Police Department, Woodburn Police Department, and Marion County Sheriff's Office.

Salem Fire Department provided equipment to help investigators at the scene.

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Springfield Man Arrested for Displaying a Firearm on Interstate - 5 north of Salem - 05/07/13
A Springfield area man was arrested on Monday afternoon by Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers for multiple counts of Menacing and Unlawful use of a Firearm on Interstate -5 north of Salem. OSP troopers from Salem and Albany Area Commands are continuing the investigation.

According to Trooper Nick Rhoades, on May 6, 2013 at approximately 3:30 p.m., the OSP Northern Command Center received multiple calls of a person in a green Pontiac passenger car southbound on Interstate near milepost 260 displaying a firearm at other motorists. A motorist followed the green Pontiac and provided the OSP Northern Command Center with updated locations until troopers could locate it.

OSP troopers from Salem and Albany Area Commands located the green Pontiac, driven by ANDREW DELORME, age 20, from Springfield, and stopped it on Interstate - 5 south of Albany. Subsequent investigation led to the arrest of DELORME for three counts of Menacing and one count of Unlawful use of a Firearm. DELORME was lodged at the Marion County Correctional Facility (Jail) for the listed crimes.

No photographs available for release.

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Former OSP Employee Pleads Guilty to Official Misconduct in Clackamas County Circuit Court - 05/07/13
An Oregon State Police (OSP) trooper resigned Tuesday afternoon after he pleaded guilty to an Official Misconduct Charge in Clackamas County Circuit Court.

JOSE CORTEZ, age 37, was placed on paid, modified duty in March, pending an investigation into misconduct.

CORTEZ pleaded guilty to one count of first-degree official misconduct. He was sentenced to 7 days in jail, 12 months' probation, fines and other conditions set by the court.

CORTEZ had been with Oregon State Police since 2007 and was assigned to the Portland Area Command for his entire tenure with OSP.

His plea came after an investigation by the Oregon State Police Office of Professional Standards, with the help of the Clackamas County District Attorney's Office.

OSP Superintendent Richard Evans said the department will thoroughly investigate allegations of improper conduct by any employee and pursue prosecution when it involves criminal conduct.

"All members of the Oregon State Police are given a high level of trust and are held to a very high standard for personal and professional conduct," Evans said. "We won't accept any criminal conduct, and when supported by facts and evidence will pursue prosecution for such acts."

No further information for release. Any further questions regarding the case should be referred to the Clackamas County District Attorney's Office for Chief Deputy District Attorney Greg Horner.

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Attempt to elude State Troopers ends with Suspects in custody - 05/07/13
On May 4, 2013 troopers attempted to detain a 1992 Honda Accord for a traffic violation on Highway 99 near Blackwell Road in Central Point. A pursuit ensued onto Willow Springs, to Tolo Road, the vehicle then traveled into a private field adjacent to Tioga Way, and becoming high centered, two male suspects fled on foot and were apprehended soon after by Troopers.

During the pursuit the suspects caused extensive structural damage to the rear portion of a private residence on Ventura Way in Central Point. There were no injuries reported, the residence was occupied at the time.

During the elude the suspects crashed into two marked OSP Patrol vehicles causing minor damage, there were no injuries.

Two suspects; Frederick West (35 YOA) from Medford, and Joaquim Garcia Jr. (25 YOA) from Central Point have been lodged at the Jackson County Jail on numerous felony charges to include; Felony Attempt to Elude a Police Officer, Felon in Possession of a Restricted Weapon, Criminal Mischief 1, Reckless Driving, Reckless Endangering another Person, Parole Violation Detainers, Outstanding Felony Warrants for Attempting to Elude, and PCS-Methamphetamine.


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High Speed Motorcyclist Cited by OSP in Central Oregon - 05/06/13
A Medina Washington man was cited by an Oregon State Police (OSP) trooper on Highway 97 south of Lapine for operating his motorcycle at 130 miles per hour.

On May 6, 2013 at approximately 2:40 p.m. Senior Trooper Don Newcomb was patrolling Highway 97 near milepost 177 when he observed a northbound Ducati motorcycle, driven by GREGORY ZASER, age 61, from Medina, Washington. Senior Trooper Newcomb checked the speed the ZASER'S motorcycle at 130 miles per hour on radar.

ZASER told Senior Trooper Newcomb that he had just purchased the motorcycle and wanted to see what it would do.

ZASER was cited for Violation of the Basic Speed Rule 130 miles per hour in a 55 zone and for Careless Driving.

Photograph courtesy of OSP

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Semi-Truck Rollover Closes Highway 58 for Several Hours - 05/05/13
A semi-truck and trailer carrying vegetables crashed west of Oakridge on Highway 58 near milepost 18. The semi-truck and trailer over turned on its side and blocked all lanes of the highway for several hours. Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers from Oakridge and Springfield are continuing the investigation.

On May 5, 2013 at approximately 3:00 p.m. a Freightliner semi-truck and trailer carrying vegetables driven by, ANTHONY CHAND, age 45, from Sacramento, California was westbound on Highway 58 near milepost 18. For unknown reasons CHAND'S semi-truck and trailer went off the roadway and landed on its side blocking all lanes of Highway 58.

OSP troopers are continuing the investigation and no enforcement action has been taken. CHAND was wearing safety restraints and was not injured.

OSP was assisted at the scene by Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and Dexter Fire Department.

Photographs courtesy of Oreogn State Police

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Update: Photos - Oregon State Police Troopers investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash on I-5 near MP 11 - 05/04/13
On May 3, 2013 at 11:35 p.m. Oregon State Police Troopers from the Central Point Area Command responded to the scene of a fatal motor vehicle collision involving two vehicles. One of the vehicle was traveling the wrong direction - northbound in the southbound lanes.

Investigation at the scene showed that a 2003 Pontiac Vibe driven by Derek MASSEY, age 41 of Talent, Oregon alone in his vehicle, was traveling northbound in the southbound lanes when he collided head on into a 2006 Ford Expedition driven by Ryan Thompson, age 36 of French Gulch, CA, who was also alone in his vehicle.

Thompson sustained non-life threatening injuries and MASSEY was pronounced deceased at the scene of the crash. MASSEY'S next of kin has been notified.

Investigation into the cause of the crash is continuing. It is unknown at this time if intoxicants were a contributing factor. Photographs provided by Oregon State Police Central Point Area Command

Oregon State Police Troopers intervene in a kidnapping in progress on Interstate 5 near Woodburn, Oregon - 05/03/13
On May 3rd, 2013, Oregon State Police Troopers arrested Charles M. KICINSKI age 38 of Winchester, Oregon for Kidnapping in the 2nd Degree times 2 and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm.

At approximately 5:30 p.m. Troopers from the Salem Area Command responded to a call of a person throwing items out of a vehicle that was northbound on Interstate 5 near Woodburn. There were also reports that a women in the vehicle was trying to get out while it was moving and that she had held up a sign for other motorist to see that read, "Call 9-1-1."

Troopers located and stopped the reported vehicle - a 1997 Ford sport utility vehicle - on Interstate 5 at MP 275. The Troopers took the suspect - Charles M. KICINSKI - into custody without incident.

The victims were identified as the suspect's wife - Gloria S. Kicinski age 30 of Winchester, Oregon - and her minor child age 6.

No one was hurt during the ordeal. Charles M. KICINSKI was lodged on the listed charges in the Marion County Jail.

An investigation is beginning into an Oregon State Police (OSP) officer-involved shooting Friday evening - 05/03/13
On May 3, 2013, at approximately 6:40 p.m. OSP troopers were involved in a pursuit in the Scappoose area. At the conclusion of the pursuit an adult female suspect was reportedly shot by an OSP officer. The involved OSP officer was not injured.

The Columbia County Sherriff's Office, with the assistance of the Columbia County Major Crimes Team, is the lead in the investigation.

No other information is anticipated for released tonight. If any additional information is received and approved for release by lead investigators and the Columbia County District Attorney's Office, an updated news release will be forwarded.

Any questions can be referred to the Columbia County Sherriff's Office.

No Public Information Officer is responding to the scene.

Update: Minor Injury Crash - Highway 126E at Interstate 5 in Springfield (Photos) - 05/03/13
Three people avoided major injuries after a collision stemming from a wrong way vehicle on Highway 126E near Interstate-5 in Springfield. The wrong-way vehicle and its occupants have not been identified. Troopers from the Springfield Area Command are continuing the investigation.

On Friday, May 3rd, 2013 at approximately 1:55 AM, a Subaru SUV operated by 29 year-old Matthew YNFANTE, from Eugene, was eastbound on Highway 126E over Interstate-5. YNFANTE encountered a wrong-way vehicle westbound in the eastbound lanes toward him. YNFANTE swerved and slowed in the middle of the road. A black Kia sedan, operated by 26 year-old David DEVERAUX, was eastbound on Highway 126E behind YNFANTE. DEVERAUX also swerved to avoid the wrong-way driver, but did not notice YNFANTE had slowed in front of him. DEVERAUX attempted to avoid a collision, but rear-ended the Subaru before colliding with a guardrail and coming to rest on the shoulder of the road. The Subaru came to rest in the left lane of Highway 126E.
YNFANTE, who was wearing safety restraints, suffered minor injuries and declined to be transported for further medical treatment. DEVERAUX and his passenger, 30 year-old Dana FREYTAG, were wearing safety restraints and both front airbags deployed. Neither was injured.
DEVERAUX was cited for Driving While Suspended.

Witnesses described the wrong way vehicle as a newer grey minivan driven by an elderly white male, accompanied by an elderly white female. The elderly couple was reportedly looking for I-5 southbound. Anyone with information related to the identification of the minivan and occupants is asked to contact Trooper Evan Sether at the OSP Springfield Area Command at (541) 726-2536 extension 439.

OSP was assisted at the scene by ODOT, the Eugene Police Department, the Springfield Police Department and the Eugene Fire Department.

The highway was restricted to one lane for approximately an hour during the investigation.
Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

Death Investigation Interstate 5 southbound MP 206 Oak Grove Rest Area - 05/03/13
Early this morning Troopers from the Springfield Area Command investigated the death of an adult female who passed away sometime early this morning while her vehicle was parked in the rest area.

Local emergency medical technicians responded to a 911 call from the decedent's driving partner early this morning. Medics determined that the decedent passed away sometime during the night from apparent complications related to an existing medical conditions. Troopers have determined that further investigation into the death is not necessary.

The decedent and her driving partner were operating a Commercial Motor Vehicle and had stopped to rest in the Oak Grove rest area.

The next of kin of the decedent have not yet been notified; therefore, her name will not be released at this time.

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Death Investigation Highway 101 North of Yachats - 05/02/13
Working with the Lincoln County Medical Examiner's Office, Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers from the Newport Area Command are investigating the death of a Waldport man after his vehicle went off of Highway 101 about a mile north of Yachats.

On May 2, 2013 at approximately 7:00 a.m. OSP troopers responded to a vehicle that was in the southbound ditch on Highway 101 near milepost 161. Prior to responding the OSP Northern Command Center received a driving complaint on the same vehicle. When OSP troopers and emergency responders arrived they located a gray Jeep Cherokee, driven by GEORGE HENCK, age 84, from Waldport, in the ditch on the southbound side of the highway. OSP troopers noted that there was very little damage to HENCK'S vehicle.

HENCK was initially responsive after emergency responders arrived. As HENCK was assisted from his vehicle he became unresponsive. Emergency responders began life saving measures without success. HENCK was pronounced deceased at the location by emergency responders. OSP troopers and the Lincoln County Medical Examiner's Office are continuing the investigation. Investigators believe that HENCK suffered an unknown medical issue not related to driving off the highway and into the ditch.

OSP troopers were assisted at the scene by the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, Oregon Department of Transportation, Yachats Fire and Rescue and Central Coast Fire and Rescue.

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Arrest in Double Fatal Crash from April 19, 2013 south of Warrenton (UPDATE) - 05/02/13
On May 1, 2013 Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers arrested STERLING M. FRINELL, age 38, from Seattle, Washington, in connection with the double fatal crash that occurred on April 19, 2013 on Highway 101 south of Warrenton. FRINELL was arrested on the below listed crimes:

Two Counts of Manslaughter 2nd Degree
Assault 2
Driving under the Influence of Intoxicants
Reckless Endangering

FRINELL was lodged at the Clatsop County Jail for the above listed crimes. No further information for release pending approval by the Clatsop County District Attorney's Office.

Photograph of FRINELL provided by Clatsop County Sheriff's Office.

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(Previous News Release)

Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers are continuing the investigation into the cause of Friday evening's two-vehicle double fatal traffic crash along Highway 101 in Warrenton. The highway was closed about five hours with a detour in place. All names are released in this update.

On April 19, 2013 at approximately 6:50 p.m., a 1999 Subaru Impreza driven by STERLING M. FRINELL, age 38, from Seattle, Washington, was southbound on Highway 101 near milepost 8 when, for an undetermined reason, it crossed the centerline and collided head-on with a northbound 1974 Volkswagen Bug containing two adult males.

The two adult males in the Volkswagen were pronounced deceased. They are identified as driver MARK WAYNE AGALZOFF, age 52, and passenger TRYG WALKER McCORD, age 20, both from Seaside. They were using safety restraints.

FRINELL and passenger MARGARET E. GOLDMAN, age 32, from Seaside, were seriously injured. Both were initially transported by Medix ambulance to Columbia Memorial Hospital in Astoria. They are reportedly transferred to Legacy Emanuel Medical Center for further treatment. Safety restraint use by both is pending confirmation. FRINELL was operating the vehicle with a suspended license in Washington.

OSP troopers from the Astoria Area Command office are continuing the investigation. No photographs or other information to be released at this time. All name spellings confirmed.

OSP was assisted at the scene by Clatsop County Sheriff's Office, Warrenton Police Department, Medix Ambulance, Warrenton Fire Department, and ODOT.

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Update # 5 Victim Identified Homicide Investigation - Winchester Bay Wayfinding Point south of Reedsport - 05/02/13
The Douglas County Major Crime Team is continuing to investigate the homicide at the Winchester Wayfinding Point located along Highway 101 about three miles south of Reedsport.

The Oregon State Medical Examiner's Office has confirmed the identity of the victim of the homicide as KIRSTEN ELAINE ENGLUND, age 57, from Castro Valley, California. The manner and cause of death will not be released.

The following is a statement from ENGLUND'S family:

"Kirsten's family is devastated by the heinous, cowardly, and senseless crime that took her life. We cannot begin to describe the deep void that we will have without her.

Kirsten was a compassionate, loving person, who brightened everyone's life.
Kirsten graduated from the University of California at Berkeley and received a Master's Degree in Business Administration from the San Francisco State University. Kirsten worked for over 25 years as a CPA, first as an auditor with KPMG in Houston, Texas than as an internal auditor at Mervyns Headquarters in Hayward. She retired in 2008 but kept active with her passions. She was a longtime resident of Castro Valley and volunteered for many organizations including Proctor Elementary and Creekside Middle School PTA where she served as Treasurer. She also recently dedicated much of her time serving on the Board of Directors for the Castro Valley Arts Foundation.

Some of Kirsten's favorite activities were hiking, camping, bird watching, gardening and traveling. She was an avid card player and enjoyed creative endeavors in needlepoint, sculpting, photography, and painting.

She will be truly missed by all her family and friends. She is survived by her two sons, step daughter, six siblings including her triplet sister and brother, and many nieces and nephews.
We were all blessed with having Kirsten in our lives. She was an amazing person with a great capacity to love and help people.

As we remember the life of our beloved Kirsten and mourn her loss we would ask for privacy.

The family of Kirsten Englund"

As stated, the family wishes for privacy and does not wish to be contacted by representatives of the media.

The investigation is continuing. No other information to be released at this time pending approval from the Douglas County District Attorney's Office.


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Previous Releases:

The Douglas County Major Crimes Team is continuing to investigate the homicide of an adult female at the Winchester Wayfinding Point located along Highway 101 about three miles south of Reedsport.

Investigators have tentatively identified the female victim and are awaiting confirmation as to her identity from the Oregon State Medical Examiner's Office. An update will be provided upon the Oregon State Medical Examiner's Office confirmation of the victims identity.

Investigators have developed a primary suspect and are pursuing leads both in Oregon and California. The primary suspect has been identified as JEFFREY GRIFFIN BOYCE, age 30, from North Bend, Oregon. BOYCE was taken into custody in California on April 29, 2013 on local criminal charges that occurred in Marin and Sonoma Counties in California. No charges have been formally filed yet against BOYCE for crimes committed in the State of Oregon.

The investigation is continuing. No other information to be released at this time pending approval from the Douglas County District Attorney's Office.


(Previous News Release)

The Douglas County Major Crime Team is investigating the homicide of an unidentified adult female found Sunday morning in the vicinity of Winchester Bay Wayfinding Point located along Highway 101 about three miles south of Reedsport.

On April 28, 2013 at approximately 8:20 a.m., a couple who stopped at the Wayfinding Point area west of Highway 101 near milepost 217 discovered the body and contacted 9-1-1. The location provides a view of the ocean, a coastal lake and a historic lighthouse. Emergency personnel from several law enforcement agencies and Winchester Bay Rural Fire Protection District responded to the scene.

Initial investigation indicates the homicide occurred Sunday morning. Investigators are asking for the public's help in this case, including information about any suspicious person(s) or activity at Winchester Bay Wayfinding Point and the surrounding southern coast area.

Anyone with information regarding this reported crime is asked to call the Tip Line set up through the OSP Southern Command Center dispatch at (541) 664-4600. The lead investigator is Oregon State Police Detective Brian Assmus. Tips may also be forwarded to OSP by email to crimetips2OSP@state.or.us. Tips should include specific details including the type of case and information related to the criminal investigation. Even though tips may be received anonymously, those providing tips are encouraged to give contact information for follow-up by the investigator(s), if needed.

No other information to be released at this time.

The Douglas County Major Crime Team is comprised of law enforcement personnel from Oregon State Police, Douglas County Sheriff's Office, Roseburg Police Department, and Douglas County District Attorney's Office.

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Update: Fatal single motor vehicle crash on Interstate 5 south of Salem 5/1/13 - Names Released (Photos) - 05/02/13
The investigation into the cause of a single motor vehicle crash, which resulted in the death of the vehicle's driver and the critical injury to the passenger along Interstate 5 northbound at MP 248 in Marion County, Oregon is continuing.

Investigation at the scene of the crash revealed that at 3:05 p.m. the vehicle - a silver 2003 Ford pick up driven by John W. HENDERSON age 51 of Salem, Oregon was originally southbound on Enchanted Way (a State Highway, which is adjacent to the northbound lanes of Interstate 5) at a high rate of speed, when HENDERSON passed a slower vehicle headed in the same direction. The Ford pickup driven by HENDERSON entered the gravel shoulder where he lost control and entered the grass median between Enchanted Way and I-5. Here the vehicle rolled several times before it came to rest against the general concrete barrier next to the northbound lanes of I-5. The vehicle did not enter the northbound lanes of I-5.

The driver - HENDERSON - was pronounced deceased at the scene and the passenger - Kim M. HORTON age 54 of Stayton, Oregon was taken to a local hospital. It is unknown at this time if the occupants were using safety restraints.

The Oregon Dept. of Transportation, Marion County Sheriff's Office, Jefferson Fire Dept. and Turner Fire Dept. assist with the on scene investigation.

OSP Traffic Contact Leads to 72 lbs. of Marijuana South of Portland (Correction) - 05/02/13
An Oregon State Police (OSP) traffic contact on Thursday morning south of Portland led to the arrest of a New York man on marijuana-related charges. The initial contact led to the discovery of about 72 lbs. of marijuana.

On May 2, 2013 at about 2:50 a.m. an OSP trooper observed multiple traffic violations northbound on Interstate 5 south of Portland near milepost 282 involving a 2012 Mitsubishi passenger car. The trooper made contact with the driver and identified him as CARL JOHNSON, age 21, from Syracuse, New York.

Subsequent investigation during the contact led to the discovery of approximately 72 lbs. of marijuana in the trunk of the vehicle. The approximate value of the marijuana is $145,000.

JOHNSON was arrested for Unlawful Delivery and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana. JOHNSON was transported to the Clackamas County Jail where he was lodged.

OSP was assisted at the scene by detectives with OSP's Drug Enforcement Section and the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office.

Photograph of Marijuana provided by OSP
Mug Shot provided by Clackamas County Sheriff's Office

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Multi vehicle crash leads to the death of several cattle near Pendleton - 05/01/13
A multi vehicle crash occurred on Highway 204 near milepost 18 in Umatilla County on Tuesday Morning due to snow and icy conditions. One of the involved was a semi-truck and trailer carrying cattle that turned over on its side causing the death of at least ten cattle. Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers from the Pendleton Area Command are continuing the investigation.

On April 30, 2013 at approximately 9:00 a.m. a Western Star semi-truck and trailer driven by, ROBIN KOHLS, age 57, from Kooskia ID, was eastbound on Highway 204 near milepost 18 when it slid out and became stuck in the eastbound travel lane of the highway. A second vehicle, a Dodge pickup, driven by RICHARD ARBOGAST, age 44, from Elgin was eastbound and after seeing KOHLS' semi-truck stuck ARBOGAST stopped in the westbound lane of the highway. A third vehicle, a Ken Worth semi-truck and trailer, driven by KARL FURGERSON, age 42, from LaGrande, was westbound and collided with ARBOGAST'S vehicle in the westbound lanes. A forth vehicle, a 2010 Dodge van driven by DIANE WEATHERSPOON, age 70, from Elgin was westbound and came across the crash and was able to come to a stop. The fifth and final vehicle a Peterbilt semi-truck and trailer carrying cattle, driven by GRANT RAYMOND, age 47, from Enterprise was westbound and saw that the road was blocked and crashed into WESTHERSPOON'S vehicle and came to rest on its side.

At least ten of the cattle in RAYMOND'S trailer died from injuries sustained in the crash. WEATHERSPOON was transported by ground ambulance to Saint Anthony's Hospital in Pendleton for minor injuries.

(OSP) troopers are continuing the investigation and no enforcement action has been taken. All occupants that were in their vehicles were wearing safety belts at the time of the crash. The highway was closed for several hours while crews cleared the crash.

(OSP) was assisted at the scene by Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), Umatilla County Sheriff's Office and East Umatilla Rural Fire.

Construction Flagger Injured in crash on Highway 101 south of Warrenton - 04/29/13
A construction flagger was seriously injured in a Monday morning crash on Highway 101 about five miles south of Warrenton. Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers from the Astoria Area Command are continuing the investigation.

On April 29, 2013 at 10:25 a.m. a red Suzuki Wagon driven by THOMAS CHATTERTON, age 76, from Seaside, was northbound on Highway 101 near milepost 14 entering an active construction zone controlled by flaggers.

A construction flagger, TAMMY COCHEN, age 47, from Sandy, was standing near the northbound lane at the beginning of the construction zone. COCHEN had just displayed the stop sign for northbound traffic when she was sideswiped by CHATTERTON'S vehicle.

COCHEN received serious injuries and was transported by ground ambulance to Columbia Memorial Hospital in Astoria.

CHATTERTON was cited by (OSP) troopers for Disobeying a Traffic Control Device. CHATTERTON was wearing safety restraints.

OSP was assisted at the scene by Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and Medix Ambulance.

There are no photographs available for this release.

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Suspicious Object Leads to Brief Closure of I-5 Rest Area south of Eugene; Object Later Determined to Be Geocache Container (Photo) - 04/29/13
The northbound Gettings Creek Rest Area along Interstate 5 about fourteen miles south of Eugene was closed Sunday evening while police checked a report of a suspicious object hidden in a tree. A Eugene Police Department hazardous device technician inspected the object which was determined to not be a destructive device but a Geocache container.

According to Oregon State Police Trooper Michael Berland, on April 28, 2013 at approximately 7:00 p.m., OSP responded to a reported suspicious ammo can hidden in the crook of a tree near the Gettings Creek Rest Area entrance along Interstate 5 near milepost 178. As a precaution, ODOT was notified and an Incident Response worker came to the scene and assisted OSP with closing the rest area until the object could be further inspected.

After arriving at the scene, a Eugene Police Department hazardous device technician inspected and confirmed it was not a destructive device. The ammo can was removed and the rest area opened about 8:00 p.m.

Oregon State Police Arson & Explosives Section urges anyone involved in Geocache activity to use transparent containers and clearly label the container's exterior as a Geocache. If responding hazardous device technicians have any doubts about a suspicious container, they will take all necessary safety precautions including destroying the container to render it safe.

Photograph - Oregon State Police

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Governor's Proclamation Supports "Arson Awareness Week", May 5 - 11, 2013 - 04/29/13
Arson affects our communities, many lives, and has a significant financial impact on property values and insurance premiums. To help raise awareness and bring attention to loses associated with residential arson, Oregon Governor John Kitzhaber joined fire safety advocates around the country in proclaiming May 5 - 11, 2013, as "Arson Awareness Week."

In the proclamation, Governor Kitzhaber stressed that "only through public education and awareness can we hope to reduce the number of arson incidents that threaten the lives and property of Oregon's citizens."

The U.S. Fire Administration's National Fire Incident Reporting System reports:

* An estimated 16,800 intentionally set fires in residential buildings occur annually in the United States
* Each year, these fires result in an estimated 280 deaths, 775 injuries and $593 million in property loss
* Five percent of all residential building fires were intentionally set
* Seventy-six (76) percent of intentionally set fires in residential buildings occur in one- or two-family dwellings
* Forty-one (41) percent of intentionally set residential fires occurred in vacant buildings

The Oregon State Police Arson & Explosives Section has specially trained and qualified arson investigators who provide expertise in conducting complex arson investigations. In 2012, OSP Arson detectives responded to 184 arson-caused fires of which a third was in residential buildings. Of the arson investigated fires, 10 people reportedly died and OSP detectives arrested over 20 people on arson-related charges. Arson fires in Oregon equated to more than $12 million in property loss.

The Oregon State Police and the Office of State Marshal join the U.S. Fire Administration in urging people to be aware of the following measures to safe guard their homes:

* Illuminate exterior and entrances
* Trim or remove shrubbery that obstructs the view of the structure from the street
* Keep doors and windows locked or bolted
* Clean around your home, removing excess vegetation and piles of leaves
* Equip homes with smoke alarms and a fire sprinkler system
* Watch out for one another in your neighborhood and report any suspicious activity

More information and tips is available on the U.S. Fire Administration's website at:
http://www.usfa.fema.gov/fireservice/prevention_education/strategies/arson/index.shtm

Links:
Governor's Proclamation
Photographs - Oregon State Police

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Update #2: Name Released - Investigation into Oregon State Police Officer-Involved Shooting in Jefferson County - 04/29/13
The investigation into Friday afternoon's officer-involved shooting of an armed man by an Oregon State Police (OSP) sergeant about 3 miles northeast of Madras in Jefferson County is continuing. The name of the man shot is released in this update.

The suspect shot is identified as ZANDE JOSHUA BARNACASCEL (also known as Joshua Samuel Waddington), age 56. BARNACASCEL, who is a convicted felon and registered sex offender, has no known permanent address and an outstanding Montana warrant for Probation Violation for Felony Burglary. He is currently listed in serious condition.

Previously released information is available on the Oregon State Police website at:
http://www.oregon.gov/osp/NEWSRL/Pages/news/04_27_2013_osp_madras_shooting.aspx

The investigation is involving numerous agencies that are part of the Tri-County Major Crimes Team comprised of representatives from law enforcement agencies in Jefferson, Crook, and Deschutes County. No other information is anticipated for release at this time unless approved by the Jefferson County District Attorney's office.

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Albany Area Command Office Selected as OSP "DUII Agency-of-the-Year Award" at DUII Training Conference (Photo) - 04/29/13
During the 2013 annual DUII Multi-Disciplinary Impaired Driving Training Conference held April 26 - 27, 2013, in Bend, the Oregon DUII Multi-Disciplinary Training Task Force presented their annual awards of excellence to various organizations, groups, and individuals who made a significant contribution to deterring impaired driving in Oregon during 2012.

A municipal, county and state police agency were selected from nominations for law enforcement agencies that have shown notable improvements in impaired driving enforcement while taking a proactive, leadership role in their communities. The Oregon State Police Office or Work Site selected must have also provided a willingness to aggressively train and encourage their officers to enforce DUII and drug-impaired driving laws with a proactive approach to deter DUII.

Selected to receive the "2012 DUII Enforcement Agency-Of-The-Year" for the Oregon State Police (OSP) is the OSP Albany Area Command office. Under the direction of Lieutenant Dave Mazour, the office's 2 sergeants and ten troopers arrested 218 impaired drivers during 2012; a 39% increase from 2011 and an 83% increase from 2010. During the year, two troopers at the OSP Albany office received training for Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) certification. The office's three DREs accounted for 27 DRE evaluations.

Impaired driving enforcement is a priority for OSP and the troopers assigned at the Albany office participates in all high visibility enforcement periods, routinely targeting visible enforcement in areas known to have higher rates of motor vehicle collisions. Additionally, these troopers work closely with the Linn County District Attorney's Office to coordinate DUII and related search warrant training.

"The work of our troopers at the Albany office is reflective of our mission throughout the State to find impaired drivers on our roads before they are involved in a tragic crash. The special recognition is appreciated and well-deserved. I am thankful for the work by all our troopers day and night trying to keep our roads safe," said OSP Superintendent Richard Evans.

The previous winner in this category for two consecutive years was the OSP Springfield Area Command office.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police
(OSP troopers, Lt. Mazour and Sgt. Iwai flanked by Troy Costales (left), ODOT Safety Division Adminstrator, and Oregon State Representative Jim Thompson (right).)

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OSP Albany Sergeant Receives "Senior Trooper Maria Mignano Dedication to Duty Award" at DUII Training Conference (Photo) - 04/29/13
During the 2013 annual DUII Multi-Disciplinary Impaired Driving Training Conference held April 26 - 27, 2013, in Bend, the Oregon DUII Multi-Disciplinary Training Task Force presented their annual awards of excellence to various organizations, groups, and individuals who made a significant contribution to deterring impaired driving in Oregon during 2012.

One of the special award categories is named in honor of Oregon State Police (OSP) Senior Trooper Maria Mignano who was dedicated to removing impaired drivers from our roadways and tragically lost her life in the line of duty in 2001. The "Senior Trooper Maria Mignano Dedication to Duty Award" is presented to a sworn police officer who exemplified the behavior, dedication and professionalism in all aspects of impaired driving detection, apprehension and prosecution during the individual's career. This year's recipient of the 2012 "Senior Trooper Maria Mignano Dedication to Duty Award" is OSP Sergeant Michael Iwai (pronounced E-why).

OSP Superintendent Richard Evans praised Sergeant Iwai for his commitment to being a proactive force to help prevent the impact impaired drivers has on our communities.

"Mike's drive is matched by few. His help to other law enforcement officers, expert guidance during training and involvement with committees and groups, and the work that he does on the road to remove impaired drivers helps Oregon be a safer place to live and visit," said Evans.

Since joining OSP in 1997, Sergeant Iwai's compassion became apparent early in his career when he became the first certified Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) in Polk County after attending one of the State's first DRE schools. He is a Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST) instructor and became a DRE instructor in 2002, providing countless hours of DUII-related training. During the last 13 years, he has arrested over 700 DUII drivers and conducted or supervised more than 250 drug recognition evaluations.

In 2008, Sergeant Iwai became Oregon's fourth Drug Evaluation and Classification Program (DECP) State Coordinator. In addition to managing the DECP program, he ensures Oregon's DREs have the latest information and issue awareness; stays on top of DUII-related court cases; is always available as a resource for prosecutors and law enforcement officers seeking advice and guidance; and, has testified at the Oregon Legislature on DUII-related bills for both drugs and alcohol.

Along with the State's DECP coordinator duties, Iwai is assigned as a Patrol Services Division Sergeant at the Albany Area Command office, which was announced as the OSP "2012 DUII Enforcement Agency-Of-The-Year" award selection. He is involved in many other activities including:

* Chair of the Oregon DRE Advisory Committee
* Vice President of the Oregon State Police Benevolent Association
* 1st Vice Chair of the International Association of Chiefs of Police - DRE Section
* OSP liaison to the Governor's Advisory Committee on DUII

Sergeant Iwai, age 41, was a past recipient of the DUII Multi-Disciplinary Training Conference Task Force 2007 "DUII Trainer of the Year Award". In 2004, he also received special recognition from OSP when he was presented with the Department's "Harold R. Berg Lifesaving Award".

Photograph (Left to right: Sergeant Iwai and DUII Multi-Disciplinary Training Task Force Chair Robert Hayes)

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Update: Investigation into Oregon State Police Officer-Involved Shooting in Jefferson County (Photos) - 04/27/13
An investigation into Friday afternoon's officer-involved shooting of an armed man by an Oregon State Police (OSP) sergeant about 3 miles northeast of Madras in Jefferson County is continuing. The male suspect shot is in critical condition. The investigation is involving numerous agencies that are part of the Tri-County Major Crimes Team comprised of representatives from law enforcement agencies in Jefferson, Crook, and Deschutes County. Additional details are released in this update, but no other information is not anticipated for release unless approved by the Jefferson County District Attorney's office.

On April 26, 2013, at approximately 5:01 p.m., a 56-year old fugitive wanted on an out-of-state warrant was being sought by OSP, Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Madras Police Department, and Warm Springs Police Department following an earlier elude in a remote, wooded area. Jefferson County Sheriff's Office also activated an airplane to assist with the search from the air after the suspect fled from a vehicle on foot. The man, who was armed with a firearm, was spotted in the area east of Highway 97 in the vicinity of Darrer Road and NW Dogwood Lane northeast of Madras. During an encounter with OSP Sergeant Mike Turner, he was shot at least one time.

The man was initially provided emergency medical care by law enforcement officers who were in the area. He was then transported by air ambulance to St. Charles Medical Center in Bend where he has undergone surgery and is in critical condition. The man's name is not being released until confirmation that next of kin have been notified.

Sergeant Turner was not injured. As is standard protocol in officer-involved shooting investigations, he was placed on paid administrative leave pending the ongoing investigation and review by the Jefferson County District Attorney's Office. Turner, age 35, joined OSP in 1999 and is currently assigned in the Patrol Services Division at the Bend Area Command office.

About three hours before the shooting, OSP troopers responded to assist Jefferson County Sheriff's Office regarding a reported burglary after a man was seen inside a residence. An OSP trooper spotted an associated vehicle after it left the scene and its driver attempted to elude the trooper. After about 5 minutes, the trooper decided to terminate the pursuit and lost sight of the vehicle on farm property.

Officers from the above listed agencies searched the area for approximately two hours before the man was spotted and the officer-involved shooting occurred.

No other information anticipated for release unless approved by lead investigators and Jefferson County District Attorneys' Office.

Photographs taken 4/27/13 of evidence search by investigators with help from Jefferson County Search & Rescue volunteers at area where shooting occurred. Source - Oregon State Police Criminal Investigation Division.

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Investigation Begins Into Oregon State Police Officer-Involved Shooting in Northern Jefferson County - 04/26/13
An investigation is beginning into an Oregon State Police (OSP) officer-involved shooting Friday afternoon about 3 miles northeast of Madras in Jefferson County.

On April 26, 2013, at approximately 5:01 p.m., the adult male suspect, who was being sought by OSP and Jefferson County Sheriff's Office following an earlier elude in a remote, wooded area, was reportedly shot by an OSP officer and is being transported by air ambulance to a hospital for treatment. The involved OSP officer was not injured.

The area is east of Highway 97 and traffic is not affected on any major area roadways.

No other information anticipated for released tonight. If any additional information is received and approved for release by lead investigators and Jefferson County District Attorneys' Office, an update news release will be forwarded.

No Public Information Officer is responding to the scene.

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Media Advisory - Acting OSP Public Information Officer Contacts for April 30 - May 10 - 04/26/13
Starting at 5:00 p.m., Monday, April 29, through May 10, Oregon State Police media contact will be shared jointly by Lieutenant Steve Mitchell and Sergeant Eric Judah. During that time, any media inquiries should be directed to the media pager (503) 323-3195. The acting Public Information Officer may also be reached via email at Steve.Mitchell@oregonstate.edu or eric.judah@state.or.us.

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