The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Redmond Homicide; Asks Public For Help Locating Person Of Interest (Photo) - 01/01/26
Redmond, Ore. - The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help finding a person of interest in connection with a homicide in Redmond.
On December 31 at 5:57 a.m., deputies responded to reports of a gunshot victim near NE Greenwood Avenue and NE 17th Street, an area known locally as “Redmond Dirt World.”
When deputies arrived, they found 32-year-old Justin Garrett Jiminez, who had died from a gunshot wound. A firearm was recovered at the scene. The victim’s family has been notified.
The person of interest has been identified as 51-year-old Don Henry Vandenberg, Jr. Detectives say he goes by the nickname “Tank.” He’s described as a white male, 5’7”, about 160 pounds, bald, with facial hair, and covered in tattoos.
Notable tattoos include:
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“Fit for Duty” on his chest
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“Tank” on his upper abdomen
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Ace of Spades on his upper left arm
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Image on the back of his neck
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“EK” on his right calf
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Additional tattoos on his forearms
Vandenberg is considered armed and dangerous. Do not approach him. If you see him or know where he is, call 911 immediately.
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