DALLAS, Oregon (December 19, 2024)
On December 8, 2024, at about 5:40 PM, Dallas PD responded to a domestic disturbance in the 1200 block of SE Holman Avenue. Upon arrival, police contacted several persons in an apartment complex, one of whom had a stab wound to his chest. Dallas Fire/EMS responded and transported the male to Salem ER.
Detectives were called to the scene and, with patrol officers, investigated throughout the night. The male who was stabbed was identified as Seferino Sanchez Gonzalez. He was found to be on post-prison supervision for Assault IV, and was not supposed to have contact with multiple persons in the apartment. Based on evidence collected and witness statements, Sanchez Gonzalez was determined to be the suspect and primary aggressor in the disturbance.
On December 18, 2024, Detectives located Seferino Sanchez Gonzalez at a residence in Marion County. With assistance from the Marion County Sheriff's Office, he was taken into custody. He was transported to the Polk County Jail and charged with Attempted Assault I, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Menacing, and on a felony warrant from the Oregon State Parole Board.
Dallas PD was assisted in this investigation by Dallas Fire/EMS, the Polk County Sheriff's Office, the Marion County Sheriff's Office, Marion County Parole and Probation, the Keizer Police Department, and Willamette Valley Communications Center.
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DALLAS, Oregon 12/12/2024
Dallas Fire and EMS placed a new engine into service last week. This new piece of equipment will replace an almost 30-year-old fire engine. Dallas Fire and EMS has been in the process for over a year to get this new fire engine into service. Between brainstorming, conceptualizing, ordering, and then completing the final touches, many individuals have put countless hours into this new piece of equipment.
Dallas Fire and EMS wants to thank everyone that had a hand in getting this project completed. We want to thank Mayor Woods, City Councilors Michael Schilling, Larry Briggs, Micah Jantz, David Schein, Nancy Adams, Kim Fitzgerald, Kirsten Collins, Debbie Virden and Carlos Barrientos. Along with City Manager Brian Latta for their help in securing funds to get this project off of the ground. The funds used were allocated from our ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act). We also cannot thank the City of Dallas Fleet Maintenance personnel who tirelessly worked on getting all the parts and pieces working along with our Deputy and Division Chiefs who finalized all of the details.
“Keeping our fleet up to date with current fire standards and safety regulations is of the utmost importance to Dallas Fire and EMS. This new apparatus will help our agency serve the citizens of Dallas for many years.” Fire Chief April Wallace
Apparatus Specifications:
2024 Spartan S-180 3114
Pump Capacity: 1500 gpm
Water Tank Size: 750 gallons
Foam Tank: 20 gallons
Seats 5 Personnel
DALLAS, Oregon (November 26th, 2024)
On November 21, 2024, the Dallas Police Department responded to a report of a theft in the southeastern part of the city. The stolen item, a stroller, was taken from a local residence. Upon officers' arrival, the suspect had already fled the scene.
Neighbors in the area cooperated with the investigation, granting officers access to home security footage. This evidence enabled officers to locate the suspect, later identified as Eduardo Gilbert Ramirez Picheco, on the bank of nearby Rickreall Creek with the stolen stroller.
When approached by law enforcement, Ramirez Picheco provided false information regarding his identity and home address. However, officers were able to confirm his identity through an outstanding warrant for his arrest.
Ramirez Picheco, a Dallas resident, was arrested and charged with Theft II and Giving False Information to a Peace Officer, as well as the outstanding warrant from a neighboring jurisdiction. During the booking process, it was revealed that his blood alcohol content was over twice the legal limit.
The Dallas Police Department appreciates the assistance of local residents in this matter. This case underscores the value of the Surveillance Camera Registration and Mapping (SCRAM) program. SCRAM allows residents and business owners to voluntarily register their exterior surveillance cameras with Dallas Police and help officers solve local crimes.
The SCRAM program serves as a valuable resource, enabling officers to quickly identify and access video evidence in situations like this one.
The Dallas Police Department encourages all residents to participate in this voluntary program and join the effort to keep our community safe. For more information or to register your camera, please visit https://www.dallasor.gov/police/page/scram-surveillance-camera-registration-mapping
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