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Benton County Deputies Receive Life-Saving Awards (Photo) - 12/10/21

CORVALLIS, Ore. - On December 8, 2021, five Benton County Sheriff’s Office Deputies received awards at the Oregon State Sheriffs' Association Conference for life-saving responses earlier this year.

Four of the deputies were awarded for their response to a reported suicidal subject on May 7 in Corvallis. The subject had plunged a kitchen knife into his own chest. Upon arrival, Deputy Hesseling met the female complainant at the front door of the residence. The complainant had received a cut on her finger while wresting the knife out of the male's hands prior to deputy arrival. At the time of arrival, the female stated her husband (the reported suicidal subject) went into the bathroom where he was alone. From the front door, Deputy Hesseling could see the subject standing inside the residence at the far side of the kitchen near the bathroom. Deputy Hesseling called to the male, who did not respond. At that point Deputy Miller arrived on scene. Both deputies attempted to get the male to respond to them, in an attempt to provide him assistance.

Deputy Pratt then arrived on scene to assist in negotiating with the male. Over the next three hours, Deputy Miller and Deputy Pratt talked with the male in attempts for him to put the knife down. Initially, the male was not responding to their requests and continued to injure himself several more times while the deputies continued to negotiate with him.

About three and a half hours into the call, Deputy Williams arrived on scene to assist in speaking with the male and attempt to resolve the dangerous situation. About 30 minutes later, the deputies were able to get the male to drop the knife, stop hurting himself, and get the medical treatment needed from emergency medical service personnel. The male was transported to Good Samaritan Regional Hospital where he was treated for several penetrating stab wounds to his chest, and later admitted for a mental health evaluation.

“If it wasn’t for the quick, tactful, and compassionate response from the deputies involved, this situation could have had a much different and grave outcome,” said Sheriff Van Arsdall. “Their approach, patience, and willingness to work as a team, directly resulting in saving the life of this male. The involved deputies acted with a deliberate and common purpose towards the mission of saving the male's life, without placing him or any of the other involved parties at further risk. Their actions exemplify the mission, vision, and values of the Benton County Sheriff’s Office and in turn bring credit to themselves and the Sheriff’s Office.”

Next, on September 1, Deputy Gevatosky saved the life of a young woman he encountered in a parking lot on Philomath Boulevard in Corvallis. This woman had just consumed a large quantity of narcotics in a restroom and believed she could counteract the effects with further stimulant drug use. This woman was unresponsive when he arrived on scene. He quickly administered NARCAN - an opioid overdose nasal spray - and gave chest compressions, undoubtedly saving her life and allowing her to live another day.

“The job responsibilities of a deputy have shifted due to the recent decriminalization of dangerous and deadly drugs,” stated Sheriff Van Arsdall. “Deputy Gevatosky handled this tense situation with poise, and administered chest compressions while dealing with a volatile associated male. I'm aware you don’t do your job to receive recognition; however, your actions are commendable and you should be proud of yourself for the measures you took to save a life."

The Benton County Sheriff’s Office is aware of the increased stress the pandemic has brought for many people. If you are in an emergency, or at immediate risk of harm to yourself or others, please contact emergency services at 911 or call the Oregon Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or text 273TALK to 83986. You may also help now at https://www.oregonsuicideprevention.org/get-help-now/.

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Benton County Deputies Receive Life-Saving Awards (Photo) - 12/10/21

CORVALLIS, Ore. - On December 8, 2021, five Benton County Sheriff’s Office Deputies received awards at the Oregon State Sheriffs' Association Conference for life-saving responses earlier this year.

Four of the deputies were awarded for their response to a reported suicidal subject on May 7 in Corvallis. The subject had plunged a kitchen knife into his own chest. Upon arrival, Deputy Hesseling met the female complainant at the front door of the residence. The complainant had received a cut on her finger while wresting the knife out of the male's hands prior to deputy arrival. At the time of arrival, the female stated her husband (the reported suicidal subject) went into the bathroom where he was alone. From the front door, Deputy Hesseling could see the subject standing inside the residence at the far side of the kitchen near the bathroom. Deputy Hesseling called to the male, who did not respond. At that point Deputy Miller arrived on scene. Both deputies attempted to get the male to respond to them, in an attempt to provide him assistance.

Deputy Pratt then arrived on scene to assist in negotiating with the male. Over the next three hours, Deputy Miller and Deputy Pratt talked with the male in attempts for him to put the knife down. Initially, the male was not responding to their requests and continued to injure himself several more times while the deputies continued to negotiate with him.

About three and a half hours into the call, Deputy Williams arrived on scene to assist in speaking with the male and attempt to resolve the dangerous situation. About 30 minutes later, the deputies were able to get the male to drop the knife, stop hurting himself, and get the medical treatment needed from emergency medical service personnel. The male was transported to Good Samaritan Regional Hospital where he was treated for several penetrating stab wounds to his chest, and later admitted for a mental health evaluation.

“If it wasn’t for the quick, tactful, and compassionate response from the deputies involved, this situation could have had a much different and grave outcome,” said Sheriff Van Arsdall. “Their approach, patience, and willingness to work as a team, directly resulting in saving the life of this male. The involved deputies acted with a deliberate and common purpose towards the mission of saving the male's life, without placing him or any of the other involved parties at further risk. Their actions exemplify the mission, vision, and values of the Benton County Sheriff’s Office and in turn bring credit to themselves and the Sheriff’s Office.”

Next, on September 1, Deputy Gevatosky saved the life of a young woman he encountered in a parking lot on Philomath Boulevard in Corvallis. This woman had just consumed a large quantity of narcotics in a restroom and believed she could counteract the effects with further stimulant drug use. This woman was unresponsive when he arrived on scene. He quickly administered NARCAN - an opioid overdose nasal spray - and gave chest compressions, undoubtedly saving her life and allowing her to live another day.

“The job responsibilities of a deputy have shifted due to the recent decriminalization of dangerous and deadly drugs,” stated Sheriff Van Arsdall. “Deputy Gevatosky handled this tense situation with poise, and administered chest compressions while dealing with a volatile associated male. I'm aware you don’t do your job to receive recognition; however, your actions are commendable and you should be proud of yourself for the measures you took to save a life."

The Benton County Sheriff’s Office is aware of the increased stress the pandemic has brought for many people. If you are in an emergency, or at immediate risk of harm to yourself or others, please contact emergency services at 911 or call the Oregon Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or text 273TALK to 83986. You may also help now at https://www.oregonsuicideprevention.org/get-help-now/.

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