Bank Robbery Suspect Arrested
- 03/06/26
On March 6, 2026, at about 1226 hours, the Grants Pass Police Department received a call of a bank robbery at the People's Bank on NE 7th Street. Patrol officers immediately responded to the bank.
Due to the seriousness of the crime, Grants Pass Police Major Crime Unit Detectives were requested to assist in the investigation.
Following the initial investigation by detectives and patrol, Renee Freitas, a 58-year old female, was identified as the suspect. Less than 45 minutes after the robbery, a Grants Pass Police School Resource Officer located her near the Grants Pass Shopping Center.
Freitas was lodged at the Josephine County Jail on charges of Robbery in the Second Degree, Menacing (x2), Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and Theft in the First Degree.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation was alerted to the arrest as well. Further questions will need to be directed to the Josephine County District Attorney's Office.
Bank Robbery Suspect Arrested
- 03/06/26
On March 6, 2026, at about 1226 hours, the Grants Pass Police Department received a call of a bank robbery at the People's Bank on NE 7th Street. Patrol officers immediately responded to the bank.
Due to the seriousness of the crime, Grants Pass Police Major Crime Unit Detectives were requested to assist in the investigation.
Following the initial investigation by detectives and patrol, Renee Freitas, a 58-year old female, was identified as the suspect. Less than 45 minutes after the robbery, a Grants Pass Police School Resource Officer located her near the Grants Pass Shopping Center.
Freitas was lodged at the Josephine County Jail on charges of Robbery in the Second Degree, Menacing (x2), Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and Theft in the First Degree.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation was alerted to the arrest as well. Further questions will need to be directed to the Josephine County District Attorney's Office.
Methamphetamine Seizure (Photo)
- 02/09/26
The Grants Pass Police Department has partnered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to counter drug activity in Grants Pass and Southern Oregon. As part of this partnership, we provide a detective as a Task Force Officer in the local DEA office. Our detective conducts investigations into drug crimes in Grants Pass and has successfully managed numerous major interdictions. The detective is responsible for arresting major drug suppliers and other high-level drug criminals who target Grants Pass citizens.
This past Saturday, the Grants Pass Police DEA Task Force Officer led an investigation that resulted in the seizure of roughly 40 pounds of methamphetamine. Also assisting in the case were the Grants Pass Police SWAT Quick Response Team, the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Rogue Area Drug Enforcement team, the Oregon State Police, and other members of the DEA Task Force.
The Grants Pass Police Department is committed to tackling drug crimes in our community. Persons with tips or information on drug activity are encouraged to call our tipline at 541-237-5607.
Methamphetamine Seizure (Photo)
- 02/09/26
The Grants Pass Police Department has partnered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to counter drug activity in Grants Pass and Southern Oregon. As part of this partnership, we provide a detective as a Task Force Officer in the local DEA office. Our detective conducts investigations into drug crimes in Grants Pass and has successfully managed numerous major interdictions. The detective is responsible for arresting major drug suppliers and other high-level drug criminals who target Grants Pass citizens.
This past Saturday, the Grants Pass Police DEA Task Force Officer led an investigation that resulted in the seizure of roughly 40 pounds of methamphetamine. Also assisting in the case were the Grants Pass Police SWAT Quick Response Team, the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Rogue Area Drug Enforcement team, the Oregon State Police, and other members of the DEA Task Force.
The Grants Pass Police Department is committed to tackling drug crimes in our community. Persons with tips or information on drug activity are encouraged to call our tipline at 541-237-5607.
Parkway Bridge
- 02/07/26
Due to police activity the Parkway Bridge is closed. Please avoid the area. There is no danger to the public but there will be an extended closure.
Parkway Bridge
- 02/07/26
Due to police activity the Parkway Bridge is closed. Please avoid the area. There is no danger to the public but there will be an extended closure.
