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High-Speed Pursuit Leads To Arrest Of Wanted Felon, Second Suspect, And Seizure Of Firearms - 01/12/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office
Madras, Oregon
January 9, 2026

 

High-Speed Pursuit Leads to Arrest of Wanted Felon, Second Suspect, and Seizure of Firearms

 

On January 7, 2026, at 10:56 p.m., a Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office deputy observed a black Chrysler 300 with expired registration at the City Pump gas station in Madras. The passenger was identified as Jasmine Graybael, 35, of Warm Springs, who is known to associate with Edward F. Jones, 32, of Gresham, a fugitive with an active nationwide felony warrant issued by the U.S. Marshals Service.

Prior to the attempted stop, the vehicle accelerated to 90 mph in a 25-mph zone and then failed to yield to the deputies who attempted a stop. The vehicle continued onto U.S. Highway 26, reaching 130+ mph, entering the oncoming lane, and endangering motorists. The pursuit ended when the vehicle crashed at the intersection of SE Lone Pine Road and SE Hwy 26.

 

Following the crash, Jones fled on foot into nearby sagebrush. A coordinated multi-agency response, including aerial assistance from the Prineville Police Department, led to Jones being located approximately 100 yards from the crash site. He was taken into custody without incident with assistance from the Crook County Sheriff’s Office, Oregon State Police, and Madras Police Department.

 

During the investigation two firearms were recovered, a loaded 9mm magazine, ammunition, a glass pipe with residue, and other items.

 

Graybael was arrested for Hindering Prosecution and Obliterating a Firearm Serial Number. Both suspects were lodged at the Jefferson County Jail, with Jones held on his federal warrant and additional charges, including Eluding Police, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Reckless Driving, and Reckless Endangering.

 

No deputies or community members were injured. JCSO thanks Prineville PD, Crook County Sheriff’s Office, Madras Police Department and the Oregon State Police for their assistance in this case. 

 

Respectfully

Jason Pollock, Sheriff 

High-Speed Pursuit Leads To Arrest Of Wanted Felon, Second Suspect, And Seizure Of Firearms - 01/12/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office
Madras, Oregon
January 9, 2026

 

High-Speed Pursuit Leads to Arrest of Wanted Felon, Second Suspect, and Seizure of Firearms

 

On January 7, 2026, at 10:56 p.m., a Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office deputy observed a black Chrysler 300 with expired registration at the City Pump gas station in Madras. The passenger was identified as Jasmine Graybael, 35, of Warm Springs, who is known to associate with Edward F. Jones, 32, of Gresham, a fugitive with an active nationwide felony warrant issued by the U.S. Marshals Service.

Prior to the attempted stop, the vehicle accelerated to 90 mph in a 25-mph zone and then failed to yield to the deputies who attempted a stop. The vehicle continued onto U.S. Highway 26, reaching 130+ mph, entering the oncoming lane, and endangering motorists. The pursuit ended when the vehicle crashed at the intersection of SE Lone Pine Road and SE Hwy 26.

 

Following the crash, Jones fled on foot into nearby sagebrush. A coordinated multi-agency response, including aerial assistance from the Prineville Police Department, led to Jones being located approximately 100 yards from the crash site. He was taken into custody without incident with assistance from the Crook County Sheriff’s Office, Oregon State Police, and Madras Police Department.

 

During the investigation two firearms were recovered, a loaded 9mm magazine, ammunition, a glass pipe with residue, and other items.

 

Graybael was arrested for Hindering Prosecution and Obliterating a Firearm Serial Number. Both suspects were lodged at the Jefferson County Jail, with Jones held on his federal warrant and additional charges, including Eluding Police, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Reckless Driving, and Reckless Endangering.

 

No deputies or community members were injured. JCSO thanks Prineville PD, Crook County Sheriff’s Office, Madras Police Department and the Oregon State Police for their assistance in this case. 

 

Respectfully

Jason Pollock, Sheriff