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Updated November 13, 2019 at 9:00 am by Sgt. William Bailey - Public Information Officer
Detectives have been able to positively identify the human remains located on November 7th as belonging to 57 year old Anita C. Presley. Her next of kin has been notified. The Medical Examiner will likely list the cause of death in this case as "undetermined", however no foul play is suspected in her death.
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Updated November 8, 2019 at 3:15pm by Sgt. William Bailey - Public Information Officer
Detectives with the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) have been actively working this case since yesterday. Today, nineteen DCSO Search and Rescue volunteers assisted with an extensive grid search of the area where the remains were located. Based on the results of the investigation up to this point, an autopsy is not planned and no foul play is suspected in this death. Detectives are still working to positively identify the remains and locate a next of kin. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
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Released by: Sgt. William Bailey – Public Information Officer
Release Date: November 7, 2019
NARRATIVE:
On November 7, 2019, at approximately 3:19 pm, deputies with the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) were dispatched to a report of human remains that had been discovered in an open field in the 21000 Block of Butler Market Road. An employee of the property owner discovered the human remains while checking the field in preparation for upcoming disc work to the property.
Deputies and DCSO detectives arrived at the location and confirmed the discovery of decomposed human remains, likely belonging to that of an adult female. Deputies and detectives worked throughout the afternoon, assisted by the Deschutes County District Attorney’s Office, Deschutes County Medical Examiner, and the Oregon State Police Crime Lab, to document, collect evidence, and recover the human remains.
Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full-service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with four K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today lead by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves the nearly 190,000 residents in Deschutes County. The agency has 230 authorized and funded personnel, which includes 187 sworn employees who provide services to the 3,055 square miles of Deschutes County.
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Released by: Sgt. William Bailey – Public Information Officer
Release Date: November 12, 2019
Location: Hawks View Apartments; 51750 Little Deschutes Lane, La Pine
Arrested: Andrew L. Framel, 31-year-old male, La Pine resident
Charges: Possession, Delivery, Manufacturing of Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Carrying of a Concealed Weapon
Arrested/Cite in Lieu of Custody: Jessica M. Adams, 31-year-old female, La Pine resident
Charges: Possession of Controlled Substance and Frequenting a Place where Drugs are Used, Sold or Kept
Narrative:
In September 2019, patrol deputies with the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office initiated a narcotics investigation as the result of multiple citizen complaints at Hawks View Estates Apartments, in La Pine. Deputies learned that residents Andrew L. Framel and Jessica M. Adams in apartment 605 were involved in the possession, manufacturing, and delivery of controlled substances, i.e. methamphetamine. During the investigation, deputies also learned that Andrew Lee Framel was known to be in possession of firearms while conducting illicit drug transactions at the apartment.
During the month-long investigation, deputies utilized various investigative tactics and obtained sufficient evidence to be granted a search warrant for the listed crimes above at the Hawks View Apartments #605. Today at approximately 4:50 pm, members of the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team, along with DCSO patrol deputies and detectives, executed the search warrant and located Andrew L. Framel in possession of a user amount of suspected methamphetamine and a 9mm semi-automatic handgun. During a search of the residence, additional suspected methamphetamine was located along with packaging material, scales, and an additional loaded firearm.
Adams was also contacted at the residence during the search warrant and subsequently arrested with a citation in lieu of custody for Possession of Methamphetamine and Frequenting a Place where Drugs are Used, Sold or Kept.
Framel was arrested and lodged in the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Adult Jail for Possession, Delivery and Manufacturing of a Controlled Substance (Methamphetamine), Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and, Carrying of a Conceal Weapon.
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full-service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with four K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves the nearly 190,000 residents in Deschutes County. The agency has 230 authorized and funded personnel, which includes 187 sworn employees who provide services to the 3,055 square miles of Deschutes County.
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Updated on November 12, 2019 at 3:39 pm by Sgt. William Bailey
After thousands of name suggestions and over 2600 votes on the twenty top names, Copper has been selected has our new K9’s official name. Copper came out at the top with 870 voters selecting it as their favorite name. Many that suggested the name Copper referenced the movie Fox and the Hound as inspiring their name selection. Other community members recommended this name based on the color of his fur. Additionally, the name could also refer the slang term “Cop” being short for Copper, which is said to originate from the copper buttons that officers once wore on their uniforms.
We would like to thank everyone that helped us with the naming process. It is very apparent to us that our community loves our newest K9 and everyone is looking forward to his many years of service to the citizens and visitors of Deschutes County.
K9 Copper and his partner Deputy Donny Patterson will be in California this week, where they will begin their training together.
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Released by: Sergeant William Bailey - Public Information Officer
Release Date: November 4, 2019
NARRATIVE:
Today, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is excited to introduce our newest K9. The fifteen-week-old Bloodhound was donated to the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office by Tamaron Ranch Bloodhounds in September. Since then, a process occurred to identify and select a handler for him. Deputy Donny Patterson, a twelve-year veteran of the Sheriff’s Office, was recently selected to be that partner. They officially became partners on Halloween and both will head to Riverside, California next week to begin the training and certification process.
As our Bloodhound does not have a name yet, we are asking for name suggestions from the community. If you have a name idea related to law enforcement, please visit our Facebook page where you will find a post to submit your name suggestion(s). The most popular names will be put to a vote later this week for final selection and official naming. You can visit our agency Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/DeschutesCountySheriff/
Tamara Thomas, the owner of Tamaron Ranch Bloodhounds in Chowchilla, CA, said, “We just love that we are able to donate one of our dogs to the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, where he will be utilized to search and locate missing people. This bloodhound will be an incredible addition to the Sheriff’s Office K9 program.”
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office would like to give a special thank you to Tamaron Ranch Bloodhounds for their generous donation, but also to the founder and owner of Whistles for Life, Bob Cameron, for coordinating this very special new member of the Sheriff’s Office.
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with four K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves the nearly 190,000 residents in Deschutes County. The agency has 230 authorized and funded personnel, which includes 187 sworn employees who provide services to the 3,055 square miles of Deschutes County.
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Released by: Sgt. William Bailey – Public Information Officer
Release Date: November 9, 2019
Location: 21500 block of Bear Creek Road, Bend
Arrested: Christopher A. Honey, Age: 51 Home: Bend, Oregon
Victim: 40 year old male Home: Biddeford, ME
NARRATIVE:
On November 9, 2019, at approximately 2:49 pm, deputies with the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) were dispatched to a report of a person that had been shot in the 21500 block of Bear Creek Road. A DCSO SWAT team and a team of DCSO negotiators were also dispatched to the scene based on the call information.
Deputies arrived and located an adult male with a gunshot wound to the back of his head and neck area. A deputy placed the male victim in his patrol vehicle and quickly transported him to St. Charles Medical Center in Bend for apparent non-life threatening injuries.
Additional deputies, City of Bend Police Officers, Oregon State Police Troopers, and the DCSO SWAT team arrived at the residence and established a perimeter around the residence to contain the suspect, while ensuring public safety. At 3:26 pm, 51 year old Christopher A. Honey of Bend surrendered to the DCSO SWAT team without incident.
During the initial stages of this investigation, detectives have learned Honey and another adult male were at the residence watching the LSU and Alabama college football game. A verbal, then physical dispute occurred which lead to Honey obtaining a shotgun with a birdshot shell and then shooting the male victim one time in the head and neck area as the victim was walking away.
Honey has been lodged inside the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Adult Jail on charges that include Attempted Murder, Assault II, Unlawful Use of a Weapon and Menacing. Honey also lodged on an outstanding Deschutes County warrant for DUII and Criminal Driving while Suspended.
Alcohol is believed to be a factor in this incident. We would like to thank the City of Bend Police and Oregon State Police for their assistance in the case.
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with four K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves the nearly 190,000 residents in Deschutes County. The agency has 230 authorized and funded personnel, which includes 187 sworn employees who provide services to the 3,055 square miles of Deschutes County.
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Released by: Sgt. William Bailey – Public Information Officer
Release Date: November 7, 2019
Search Warrant Location: 62 Meadow House, Sunriver, Oregon
Arrested: Thomas J. Martinsen Age: 45 years old
Possession of Controlled Substance - Methamphetamine
Delivery of Controlled Substance - Methamphetamine
Manufacture of Controlled Substance - Methamphetamine
Arrested: Jennifer A. Martin Age: 42 years old
Outstanding Misdemeanor Warrant
Possession of a Controlled Substance - Methamphetamine
NARRATIVE:
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Street Crimes Unit had recently received information that occupants at the listed location were involved in illegal drug activity, specifically the ongoing sales of methamphetamine from the residence. The Street Crimes Unit initiated an investigation into the illegal drug activity and through various investigative techniques, acquired enough evidence to apply for and obtain a search warrant for the residence.
On November 6, 2019, at approximately 1:00pm, detectives with the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Street Crimes Unit conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle after leaving the 62 Meadow House residence. Thomas J. Martinsen was driver of this vehicle. A second vehicle that left the residence the residence a short time later, driven by Jennifer A. Martin, was stopped by the Sunriver Police Department.
During the traffic stop on Martinsen and subsequent search warrant service at the residence, evidence of drug sales and commercial amounts of methamphetamine were seized. Both Martinsen and Martin were lodged in the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Adult Jail on the listed charges.
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Street Crimes Unit focuses enforcement on street level drug cases and quality-of-life issues connected to property crimes throughout Deschutes County. The Deschutes County Sheriffs Office Street Crimes Unit was assisted by the Sunriver Police Department and the Central Oregon Drug Enforcement Team (CODE).
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with four K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves the nearly 190,000 residents in Deschutes County. The agency has 230 authorized and funded personnel, which includes 187 sworn employees who provide services to the 3,055 square miles of Deschutes County.
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Date: 11/06/19
By: Lt. Bryan Husband, Search and Rescue Coordinator
Deschutes County Sheriff's Office SAR Volunteers continued searching for Ms. Price until about 1:00am this morning. DCSO Deputies remained in the area throughout the night. At about 6:00am, this morning DCSO SAR resumed planning and search efforts for Ms. Price. Seven Deputies and 18 DCSO SAR Volunteers responded to assist. At about 7:48am, Deputies received a report that a gentleman walking his dog in the area came across Ms. Price and her dogs, and assisted her back to the search staging area near Eagle Crest. Ms. Price was in good health and declined medical attention. No further details are known at this time.
The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office would like to remind those recreating in the backcountry or rural areas such as this, to always be prepared for unexpected events that may cause extended return times. At a minimum, have a communication device, such as a cell phone, or whistle. Extra clothing, food and water are among other key items listed in the "10 Essentials".
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Date: 11/05/19
By: Lt. Bryan Husband, Search and Rescue Coordinator
Missing Subject: Marion Price, 75 year old female, Redmond, OR
Narrative:
On 11/05/19, at about 5:54pm, 9-1-1 Dispatch received a call from Trudy Lowery, reporting her friend, Marion Price, had not returned from a hike she went on earlier in the day. Price, who resides in the Eagle Crest subdivision of rural Redmond, OR, set out on a hike in a large open area west of her residence. Price had her Beagle mix dog with her as well as Lowery's Border Collie mix dog and was last seen at about 3:15pm. Lowery described Price as a healthy 75 year old female, but could not describe what she was last seen wearing. Price left her cell phone at her residence and was not believed to have a light source with her. It is unknown if she was dressed for the lower temperatures expected overnight.
Five Deschutes County Sheriff's Office Deputies responded to the area and began searching for Price. 15 DCSO Search and Rescue Volunteers also responded to assist with the search. The DCSO SAR Volunteers included ground searchers, UAS operators with FLIR capability as well as one SAR K9 team. The search continues at this time. Anyone who has information as to the whereabouts of Ms. Price should call the non-emergency dispatch line at 541-693-6911.
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with four K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves the nearly 190,000 residents in Deschutes County. The agency has 230 authorized and funded personnel, which includes 187 sworn employees who provide services to the 3,055 square miles of Deschutes County.
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Released by: Sgt. William Bailey - Public Information Officer
Release Date: November 4, 2019
Arrested: Suzette Delancey Age: 55 Bend, Oregon
Charges: Parole Violation Warrant, Attempt to Elude a Police Officer and Reckless Driving
Narrative:
On November 4, 2019, at approximately 4:55pm, a deputy with the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office was driving westbound on Pinebrook Blvd. towards the Bend Parkway. The deputy observed a white 2002 Pontiac passenger car attempting to cross Pinebrook from the Alberstons parking lot towards Wal-Mart. The deputy recognized the driver and believed she had a suspended license and warrant for her arrest. The deputy pulled into Albertsons, turned around and went behind the vehicle. As the Pontiac attempted to cross Pinebrook Blvd., the deputy initiated a traffic stop.
The driver continued through the Wal-Mart parking lot at speeds between 10-15 MPH. The driver went past numerous spots to pull over and stop. Eventually, as the deputy and driver were driving northbound on the frontage road, the Deputy activated his siren and the vehicle continued. The driver turned left (west) onto Badger Road and the deputy attempted a PIT (Pursuit Immobilization Technique) maneuver. A PIT maneuver is a pursuit tactic by which a pursuing deputy can force a fleeing car to abruptly turn sideways, causing the driver to lose control and stop. This initial PIT attempt was unsuccessful.
The driver then turned right to go northbound on the parkway and started to rapidly accelerate. The deputy again attempted a PIT from the passenger side of the vehicle. This PIT attempt was successful, causing the Pontiac to spin almost 180 degrees. The vehicle struck a curb and came to rest in a dirt field on the east side of the parkway. The driver was quickly apprehended and identity confirmed to be Suzette Delancey, the wanted person the deputy recognized.
Delancey was transported to the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office Adult Jail and lodged on the listed charges. The vehicle was towed from the scene. The Pontiac had a scuff on the right rear quarter panel from the contact. The Deputy’s vehicle had no apparent damage.
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MEDIA RELEASE
Non-Injury Rollover Motor Vehicle Accident
Released by: Sgt. K. Dizney
Release Date: 11/4/19
Driver #1: Freel, Corena Jean Age: 30
Vehicle #1: 2003 Ford XST Pickup; Yellow
NARRATIVE:
On Monday, 110419, at approximately 0823 hours, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to reported roll over motor vehicle accident on Highway 20 one mile east of Sisters. Several deputies from the sheriff’s office responded with the first deputies arriving within minutes. Deputies located a yellow Ford XST pickup on the north side of the road resting on its driver’s side. Deputies also located the driver and passenger of the vehicle and determined they suffered no injuries.
An investigation into the crash at this time has determined that the pickup driver, Corena Freel, was traveling behind another SUV type vehicle traveling westbound on Highway 20. The SUV began to slow to conduct a right hand turn into a driveway. Freel was not able to slow down behind the SUV and was forced to attempt to drive around the SUV while crossing the center line of the highway. This caused the pickup to lose control, and drive off the north side of the roadway. The vehicle rolled multiple times before coming to rest on its side.
This accident is still under investigation to determine if speed, distracted driving, or following too close as causes for the crash. Drugs / Alcohol are not believed to be involved factors at this time.
This crash temporarily closed both lanes of travel for approximately 5-10 minutes to assist with the investigation and medical services. The sheriff’s office was assisted with this crash by Sisters Fire and ODOT.
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with four K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves the nearly 190,000 residents in Deschutes County. The agency has 230 authorized and funded personnel, which includes 187 sworn employees who provide services to the 3,055 square miles of Deschutes County.
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Released by: Sgt. William Bailey - Public Information Officer
Release Date: October 31, 2019
Location: La Pine, Oregon
Arrested: Apo, Louis T. Age: 72 Metolius, Oregon
Charges: Unlawful Sexual Penetration with an Object (14 counts), Sodomy I (3 counts), Sex Abuse I (6 counts), Coercion (1 count)
NARRATIVE:
On October 23, 2019, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office received a report of sex abuse involving Louis T. Apo. During the investigation, it was determined Apo used to reside in the same neighborhood as the victims in the La Pine area of Deschutes County. During the investigation, detectives developed probable cause to arrest Apo on the above listed charges. On October 30, 2019, Apo was contacted at his residence in Metolius, Oregon. Apo was transported to the Sheriff’s Office in Bend where he was interviewed and then later lodged in the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Adult Jail.
The investigation revealed the crimes involving these victims took place over approximately the past five years while Apo resided in the La Pine area, as well as the last year in Metolius, Oregon. During this time, it was reported that Apo had ongoing contact with numerous children in the neighborhood. Apo befriended families in the neighborhood and often babysat for his neighbors. Apo has resided in the Metolius area in Jefferson County for the past year. Apo has also resided in Denver, CO, San Francisco, CA, and Eureka, CA.
DCSO detectives believe there are possibly more victims. If you have children that have had contact with Louis T. Apo, please contact Detective Josh Barker at 541-617-3331.
This investigation is ongoing and additional charges are likely.
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with four K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves the nearly 190,000 residents in Deschutes County. The agency has 230 authorized and funded personnel, which includes 187 sworn employees who provide services to the 3,055 square miles of Deschutes County.
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Prepared by: Lt. Mike Biondi
Release Date: October 29, 2019
Suspect: Beemer, Luke - 46 year old male – CRR
Suspect Vehicle: Blue 2004 Subaru Forester
Charges: DWS – Misdemeaner; Resisting Arrest
NARRATIVE:
On 10/29/19 at 06:58 hours, Deschutes County dispatch advised DCSO deputies that a Jefferson County deputy was in pursuit of a male subject on Shad Rd. on Crooked River Ranch (in Jefferson Co) and requested assistance. Deputies were advised Jefferson County had probable cause to arrest Beemer for Stalking and that a Taser had been used on Beemer prior to him fleeing in his vehicle.
Several DCSO deputies responded to the area to assist. DCSO deputies arrived in the area and were able to set up spike strips at the intersection of NW Ice Ave. and 27th Street and ultimately successfully deflate three of Beemer’s tires. A short time later, Jefferson County discontinued the pursuit.
At about 07:15 hours, a DCSO supervisor located the Subaru in Terrebonne and followed it (without initiating another pursuit) to the intersection of 16th St. and Foss Dr. where it came to a dead end. Beemer attempted to turn around at the end of the street and the Subaru became stuck in the loose gravel. Additional Redmond Police, Jefferson County and Deschutes County law enforcement personnel arrived and began to attempt to negotiate with Beemer who remained seated in his vehicle. Beemer would briefly speak with personnel on scene and then cease communication.
At about 08:05 hours, DCSO SWAT team members arrived to included two SWAT negotiators in an armored vehicle. The negotiators attempted to get Beemer to comply by communicating over the loudspeaker. AT 08:30 hours DCSO SWAT members broke out two of the Subaru’s windows and sprayed Beemer with pepper spray which allowed SWAT operators to access his vehicle and take him into custody.
Redmond Fire Department medics were staged in the area and began evaluating Beemer. He was transported via ground ambulance to SCMC – Redmond for a medical evaluation. Beemer was cited for the above listed crimes in Deschutes County. Beemer will likley face additional charges in Jefferson County.
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Released by: Lieutenant Chad Davis
Date: 10/28/19
Victim: Ford, Joshua Age: 38
Terrebonne, Oregon
Suspect: 17 year male, named withheld due to him being a juvenile
Terrebonne, Oregon
Charges: Attempted Murder, Assault I, Unlawful Use of a weapon, pointing a Firearm at another person and Recklessly Endangering another person
Updated narrative:
The investigation determined Joshua Ford and a male juvenile relative became engaged in a verbal argument within the home and at one point, the juvenile obtained a handgun from the residence and went outside. Ford exited the home in order to talk with the juvenile and the verbal argument continued until the juvenile shot Ford in the lower leg.
After units from the Sheriff’s Office arrived on scene, they located all of the occupants of the residence and took the juvenile into custody. The juvenile was lodged at the Deschutes County Juvenile Detention Center on the listed charges.
Ford was transported to St. Charles-Redmond for his injuries and released later Friday evening.
Detectives from the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Detective Division served a search warrant at the residence at approximately 10:00 p.m. on 10/25/19 and processed the scene for evidence.
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Date: October 25, 2019
Released by: Sergeant Kent Vander Kamp
Terrebonne, OR – Shots Fired During Domestic Dispute; One person Injured and a Suspect is in Custody.
On October 25, 2019 at 4:22PM, Deschutes County 911 received an emergency call during a domestic dispute on the 10000 block of NE Smith Rock Loop in the Terrebonne area. The initial caller, a neighbor, reported hearing an argument followed by a gun shot.
Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Deputies responded and the home occupants were unresponsive to the Deputies commands. The location of the shooter or any potential victims were unknown since no 911 calls were received from the home.
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team also assisted with an initial response, including an armored tactical vehicle and a SWAT Medic.
DCSO Deputies contacted the home occupants by telephone and was able to direct them outside to waiting Deputies.
One of the occupants sustained a gunshot wound and was treated by DCSO Deputies until Redmond Fire Department Paramedics arrived. The victim was later transported to St Charles Health System – Redmond for additional treatment.
A suspect has been arrested and there is no longer a threat in the area. This is an active investigation. DCSO Detectives will be on scene throughout the evening conducting a thorough investigation. Additional details will be released as they become available.
CONTACT FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Sgt. William Bailey, Public Information Officer, 541-388-6655 or SheriffPIO@deschutes.org
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with four K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today lead by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves the nearly 190,000 residents in Deschutes County. The agency has 230 authorized and funded personnel, which includes 187 sworn employees who provide services to the 3,055 square miles of Deschutes County.
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Annual National Family Violence Apprehension Detail
Released by: Lt. Chad Davis
Release Date: 10/24/19
NARRATIVE:
On 10/23/2019, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office collaborated with Deschutes County Adult Parole and Probation, the Bend Police Department and the Redmond Police Department in participating in the 2019 National Family Violence Apprehension Detail. This detail focused on attempting warrants for Domestic Violence related crimes throughout Deschutes County.
The four listed agencies attempted 100 warrants and made six arrests. Two of those warrants served were for other crimes. This was a five hour detail that focused on all of Deschutes County, to include the incorporated cities. There were 20 law enforcement officers and Parole and Probation officers, who were paired up in teams to execute these warrants.
This collaborative effort, is usually known as the SWEEP, helps raise awareness of the problem of family and domestic violence in our communities. There were hundreds of law enforcement agencies throughout the nation participating in this event. The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office coordinates this event for the nation and has made this detail a success.
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with four K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves the nearly 190,000 residents in Deschutes County. The agency has 230 authorized and funded personnel, which includes 187 sworn employees who provide services to the 3,055 square miles of Deschutes County.
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UPDATED INFORMATION:
On October 21, 2019 at about 0935 hours, a deputy was in the area of Holtzclaw and Green Forest Rd, when she noticed Bozeman was down in his pasture. The deputy went to assist Mr. Gordon, who was attempting to get Bozeman back up. Attempts to get Bozeman up were unsuccessful. It was determined, by a veternarian, that due to the age and condition of Bozeman he be euthanized.
This incident is continuing to be investigated.
Released by: Sgt. Aaron Harding
Release Date: October 15, 2019
Owner: Gorden, Frank 73 La Pine, Oregon.
NARRATIVE:
On October 14, 2019 at approximatley 5:16pm, a Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office deputy was dispatched to a report of two horses at large in the area of Green Forest Rd and Holtzclaw Rd. When the deputy arrived in the area, he was advised by citizens the owner, Frank Gorden, caught the horses and walked them home. The deputy arrived at the residence and discovered one of the horses fell into a hole when the owner was attempting to return it to pasture. The hole was approximately 6’ long x 4’ wide x 2’ deep and was dug out to repair to a well on the property.
After about 20 minutes, it was obvious to the deputy and the horse owner that more help was needed to get the horse out of the hole and back onto its feet . The horse was showing signs of exhaustion after failing to remove itself from the hole, possibly due to its’ age.
A veterinarian and horse rescue organizations were contacted and asked to assist. Dr. Kelley A. Jones, DVM, and members from Mustangs To The Rescue and Mustangs MEND responded to the scene. Dr. Jones and the rescue personnel utilized Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue (TLAER) techniques to extricate the horse from the hole. Additional deputies also arrived to assist.
The horse, Bozeman, age 20, was able to stand with a little assistance a short time after. Bozeman was down for a total of about three hours. He appeared to be uninjured and is expected to fully recover.
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with four K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves the nearly 190,000 residents in Deschutes County. The agency has 230 authorized and funded personnel, which includes 187 sworn employees who provide services to the 3,055 square miles of Deschutes County.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: October 19, 2019
Released by: Sergeant Kent Vander Kamp
Bend, OR – Bend Man Arrested After Pistol-Whipping Brother During Dispute
On October 19, 2019, at 7:14PM, Deschutes County 911 received a call about a dispute on the 19000 block of Buck Canyon Rd. The caller told 911 operators that a dispute between brothers turned violent and one man was injured after being “pistol-whipped.”
Deputies arrived and found 27 year old, Joshua Adam Fadness, standing in front of the house with non-life threatening injuries. Joshua was cooperative and taken into custody without incident.
The initial investigation found that Joshua and his brother, Jacob Fadness, began arguing in front of the main house. Both men live together in separate dwellings on the property.
The argument became physical and both men fell to the ground where they continued to wrestle. During the struggle, Joshua Fadness pulled a large caliber pistol from his waistband and began striking Jacob in the face and head with the pistol. Jacob was unarmed and sustained substantial non-life threatening injuries.
Other family members and dinner guests attempted to stop the fight before noticing Joshua was armed with a pistol. The family members also struggled with Joshua while attempting to disarm him and secure the firearm. The family members also received minor non-life threatening injuries during the struggle. The pistol never discharged during the incident.
Both men received treatment for their respective injuries at St. Charles Health System – Bend.
Alcohol and poor judgment appear to be a factors in this incident.
Joshua Fadness was later released from St. Charles Health System – Bend and lodged into the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Jail with the following charges; Assault II, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and Recklessly Endangering.
CONTACT FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Sgt. William Bailey, Public Information Officer, 541-388-6655 or SheriffPIO@deschutes.org
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with four K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today lead by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves the nearly 190,000 residents in Deschutes County. The agency has 230 authorized and funded personnel, which includes 187 sworn employees who provide services to the 3,055 square miles of Deschutes County.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: October 19, 2019
Released by: Sergeant Kent Vander Kamp
Bend, OR – Bend Man Arrested After Pistol-Whipping Brother During Dispute
On October 19, 2019, at 7:14PM, Deschutes County 911 received a call about a dispute on the 19000 block of Buck Canyon Rd. The caller told 911 operators that a dispute between brothers turned violent and one man was injured after being “pistol-whipped.”
Deputies arrived and found 27 year old, Joshua Adam Fadness, standing in front of the house with non-life threatening injuries. Joshua was cooperative and taken into custody without incident.
The initial investigation found that Joshua and his brother, Jacob Fadness, began arguing in front of the main house. Both men live together in separate dwellings on the property.
The argument became physical and both men fell to the ground where they continued to wrestle. During the struggle, Joshua Fadness pulled a large caliber pistol from his waistband and began striking Jacob in the face and head with the pistol. Jacob was unarmed and sustained substantial non-life threatening injuries.
Other family members and dinner guests attempted to stop the fight before noticing Joshua was armed with a pistol. The family members also struggled with Joshua while attempting to disarm him and secure the firearm. The family members also received minor non-life threatening injuries during the struggle. The pistol never discharged during the incident.
Both men received treatment for their respective injuries at St. Charles Health System – Bend.
Alcohol and poor judgment appear to be a factors in this incident.
Joshua Fadness was later released from St. Charles Health System – Bend and lodged into the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Jail with the following charges; Assault II, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and Recklessly Endangering.
CONTACT FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Sgt. William Bailey, Public Information Officer, 541-388-6655 or SheriffPIO@deschutes.org
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with four K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today lead by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves the nearly 190,000 residents in Deschutes County. The agency has 230 authorized and funded personnel, which includes 187 sworn employees who provide services to the 3,055 square miles of Deschutes County.
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Released by: Sgt. Grant Johnstone
Release Date: 10/17/2019
Location: 20700 block of NW Smith Rock Way, Terrebonne
Arrested: Derrick James Freeman Age 23 Lebanon, Oregon
NARRATIVE:
On 10/16/2019 at approximately 7:59pm, a Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office deputy conducted a traffic stop on a 1988 Nissan pickup in the 20700 block of NW Smith Rock Way. The vehicle was occupied by a male driver.
The driver exited the vehicle and when the deputy attempted to contact him, the driver fled the area on foot. The deputy engaged in a foot pursuit with the fleeing subject but discontinued after losing sight of the subject near some outbuildings on a property east of the stop location.
Deschutes County 911 advised responding deputies that the vehicle was a stolen vehicle out of Lane County. Deputies with Deschutes County, Crook County, and Oregon State Police Troopers responded to the area to assist.
Deschutes County K9 “Brolo” was deployed to locate the subject. At approximately 8:55pm, K9 “Brolo” located the subject hiding inside a large brush pile on a field in the area. The subject was taken into custody without incident.
He was identified as Derrick James Freeman, 23 years old from Lebanon. Freeman had two outstanding felony warrants. Freeman was booked into the Deschutes County jail on the warrants and additional charges of Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle and Attempt to Elude Police.
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with four K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves the nearly 190,000 residents in Deschutes County. The agency has 230 authorized and funded personnel, which includes 187 sworn employees who provide services to the 3,055 square miles of Deschutes County.
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Released by: Sgt. William Bailey – Public Information Officer
Release Date: October 15, 2019
Location: Sisters, Oregon
Arrested: Affatati, Sofia A. Age 18 Sisters, Oregon
NARRATIVE:
Deputies with the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office have been actively investigating a series vandalism cases in the Sisters area since this past July. The vandalism involved graffiti both inside and outside the City of Sisters that had occurred over a several week period. Today, eighteen-year-old Sofia Affatati was arrested in connection with this investigation. Affatati has since been lodged in the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Adult Jail on two counts of Criminal Mischief I and five counts of Criminal Mischief II.
The investigation is still ongoing and additional arrests are possible. Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to call non-emergency dispatch at 541-693-6911.
Below is the release that went out via social media on July 18, 2019:
The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office is seeking information on a series of vandalism cases in the Sisters are over the last couple weeks. Similar graffiti to what is shown in this photo has been located in various locations, both inside and outside of the City of Sisters. The graffiti often includes a three or four pointed crown and several variations of the letter combination "SGR". As we continue to actively investigate these incidents of vandalism in our community, we ask the residents and visitors of Sisters to help us by keeping an extra vigilant watch and report any suspicious activity that could be related to these crimes.
Anyone with information about these crimes is asked to contact non-emergency dispatch at 541-693-6911 and request to speak to a deputy. Tips can also be submitted to our Facebook page via private message.
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with four K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves the nearly 190,000 residents in Deschutes County. The agency has 230 authorized and funded personnel, which includes 187 sworn employees who provide services to the 3,055 square miles of Deschutes County.
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