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5/22/26 - LCSO 26-2510 Fatal Traffic Crash In South Lane County (Photo) - 05/23/26

On May 21st at about 10pm, Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a motor vehicle crash that occurred in the 32000 block of Dillard Loop. The caller reported finding a vehicle crashed into a tree and the driver was not responsive. Personnel from Pleasant Hill Fire, Goshen Fire and South Lane Fire all responded.  

 

The driver was extricated and transported by ambulance to a local area hospital. The driver, identified as 49-year-old Isaac Richard Aanrud of Creswell, did not survive.  

 

Deputies investigated the crash scene and there is no further information at this time.  

Attached Media Files: Fatal_Crash_South_Lane.png,

5/22/26 - LCSO 26-2510 Fatal Traffic Crash In South Lane County (Photo) - 05/23/26

On May 21st at about 10pm, Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a motor vehicle crash that occurred in the 32000 block of Dillard Loop. The caller reported finding a vehicle crashed into a tree and the driver was not responsive. Personnel from Pleasant Hill Fire, Goshen Fire and South Lane Fire all responded.  

 

The driver was extricated and transported by ambulance to a local area hospital. The driver, identified as 49-year-old Isaac Richard Aanrud of Creswell, did not survive.  

 

Deputies investigated the crash scene and there is no further information at this time.  

Attached Media Files: Fatal_Crash_South_Lane.png,

5/22/26 - LCSO 26-2525 – Missing Person At Hills Creek Reservoir (Photo) - 05/23/26

On May 22nd at about 8pm the Lane County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a missing boater on Hills Creek Reservoir. During the investigation it was learned that two people had been on a small boat when it capsized, but only one occupant made it to the shore.  

 

Lane County Sheriff’s staff and volunteers began searching utilizing its Marine Patrol and Dive Team. Oregon State Troopers assisted bringing a boat to help in the search. The search remains active and Klamath County Sheriff Search and rescue teams are also assisting.   

 

The identity of the missing person is being withheld for next of kin notification.  

 

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office reminds everyone to recreate safely the water and to always wear a lifejacket.

Attached Media Files: Missing_Person_Hills_Creek_Reservior.png,

5/22/26 - LCSO 26-2525 – Missing Person At Hills Creek Reservoir (Photo) - 05/23/26

On May 22nd at about 8pm the Lane County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a missing boater on Hills Creek Reservoir. During the investigation it was learned that two people had been on a small boat when it capsized, but only one occupant made it to the shore.  

 

Lane County Sheriff’s staff and volunteers began searching utilizing its Marine Patrol and Dive Team. Oregon State Troopers assisted bringing a boat to help in the search. The search remains active and Klamath County Sheriff Search and rescue teams are also assisting.   

 

The identity of the missing person is being withheld for next of kin notification.  

 

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office reminds everyone to recreate safely the water and to always wear a lifejacket.

Attached Media Files: Missing_Person_Hills_Creek_Reservior.png,

5/19/26 - LCSO Case 26-1446 - Lane County Sheriff’s Detectives Arrest Springfield Man During Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Investigation (Photo) - 05/19/26

At about 9:00am on May 19th, Lane County Sheriff’s detectives responded to a residence in the 38000 block of Camp Creek Rd, in Springfield. The suspect, 21-year-old Rowan Augustus Hockema, was contacted and arrested. Hockema was lodged at the Lane County Jail on 2 counts of Encouraging Child Sex Abuse in the 1st Degree and 2 counts of Encouraging Child Sex Abuse in the 2nd Degree. 

  

The investigation began from a cyber tip received by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) given to the Lane County Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. 

  

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office received assistance during this investigation from the Oregon Department of Justice and the Lane County District Attorney's Office. 

  

This arrest is part of an ongoing effort by local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to combat child exploitation and protect vulnerable members of our community. The investigation is ongoing, and no further details are available at this time. 

 

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5/19/26 - LCSO Case 26-1446 - Lane County Sheriff’s Detectives Arrest Springfield Man During Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Investigation (Photo) - 05/19/26

At about 9:00am on May 19th, Lane County Sheriff’s detectives responded to a residence in the 38000 block of Camp Creek Rd, in Springfield. The suspect, 21-year-old Rowan Augustus Hockema, was contacted and arrested. Hockema was lodged at the Lane County Jail on 2 counts of Encouraging Child Sex Abuse in the 1st Degree and 2 counts of Encouraging Child Sex Abuse in the 2nd Degree. 

  

The investigation began from a cyber tip received by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) given to the Lane County Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. 

  

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office received assistance during this investigation from the Oregon Department of Justice and the Lane County District Attorney's Office. 

  

This arrest is part of an ongoing effort by local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to combat child exploitation and protect vulnerable members of our community. The investigation is ongoing, and no further details are available at this time. 

 

Attached Media Files: ICAC_Arrest.png,

Lane County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol Is Offering Free Boat Inspections! (Photo) - 05/19/26

The Lane County Sheriff’s Marine Patrol deputies are partnering with Bi-Mart to again offer free boat inspections throughout Lane County to help you get on the water safely!  

 

Bring your boat to a listed Bi-Mart on the scheduled date and time and a Lane County Sheriff’s Marine Patrol Deputy will inspect your boat for free and help make sure you have everything you need.  

 

For those non-motorized boats (including paddle boards, kayaks, etc.), be sure to always carry a life jacket, whistle/horn and a waterway access permit. 

 

Saturday 5/23/26 

10:00 am – 01:00 pm 

Florence Bi-Mart 

4310 Highway 101, Florence  

 

Sunday 5/31/26 

10:00 am - 01:00 pm  

Springfield Bi-Mart 

1521 Mohawk Boulevard, Springfield 

Attached Media Files: Boat_inspection_flyer.png,

Lane County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol Is Offering Free Boat Inspections! (Photo) - 05/19/26

The Lane County Sheriff’s Marine Patrol deputies are partnering with Bi-Mart to again offer free boat inspections throughout Lane County to help you get on the water safely!  

 

Bring your boat to a listed Bi-Mart on the scheduled date and time and a Lane County Sheriff’s Marine Patrol Deputy will inspect your boat for free and help make sure you have everything you need.  

 

For those non-motorized boats (including paddle boards, kayaks, etc.), be sure to always carry a life jacket, whistle/horn and a waterway access permit. 

 

Saturday 5/23/26 

10:00 am – 01:00 pm 

Florence Bi-Mart 

4310 Highway 101, Florence  

 

Sunday 5/31/26 

10:00 am - 01:00 pm  

Springfield Bi-Mart 

1521 Mohawk Boulevard, Springfield 

Attached Media Files: Boat_inspection_flyer.png,

5/12/26 LCSO 26-2331 Lane County Sheriff’s Deputies Arrest Man After Vehicle Pursuit (Photo) - 05/15/26

On May 12th at about 6:30 am, a deputy observed a vehicle driving recklessly on Delta Highway.  When the Deputy attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver fled, leading deputies on a short vehicle pursuit. The driver was later identified as 34-year-old Jeffrey Allen McGee.    

 

McGee attempted to flee eastbound on Beltline Highway towards Interstate-5. As McGee exited onto I-5, his vehicle lost control and collided with another vehicle.  McGee’s vehicle came to a stop on the side of the interstate. McGee fled on foot, running completely across Interstate-5. Motorists on the freeway had to come to a stop to avoid striking him.   

 

Deputies located McGee nearby and took him into custody.  McGee was arrested and lodged at the Lane County jail for the following charges. 

 

-Elude by vehicle 

-Elude by foot 

-Assault in the third degree 

-Hit and run 

-Reckless driving 

-Reckless endangering 

-DUII 

-Resisting Arrest 

Attached Media Files: I_5_arrest.png,

5/12/26 LCSO 26-2331 Lane County Sheriff’s Deputies Arrest Man After Vehicle Pursuit (Photo) - 05/15/26

On May 12th at about 6:30 am, a deputy observed a vehicle driving recklessly on Delta Highway.  When the Deputy attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver fled, leading deputies on a short vehicle pursuit. The driver was later identified as 34-year-old Jeffrey Allen McGee.    

 

McGee attempted to flee eastbound on Beltline Highway towards Interstate-5. As McGee exited onto I-5, his vehicle lost control and collided with another vehicle.  McGee’s vehicle came to a stop on the side of the interstate. McGee fled on foot, running completely across Interstate-5. Motorists on the freeway had to come to a stop to avoid striking him.   

 

Deputies located McGee nearby and took him into custody.  McGee was arrested and lodged at the Lane County jail for the following charges. 

 

-Elude by vehicle 

-Elude by foot 

-Assault in the third degree 

-Hit and run 

-Reckless driving 

-Reckless endangering 

-DUII 

-Resisting Arrest 

Attached Media Files: I_5_arrest.png,

5/13/26 - LCSO 26-2357 - Lane County Deputies Save Juvenile From Rooftop At LCC (Photo) - 05/14/26

On May 13th about 4 pm deputies were notified of a juvenile in crisis. Family reported the juvenile was on top of a LCC campus building. Deputies responded in emergency mode to the location and established contact. Additional deputies also contacted the juvenile’s family and gathered information about what triggered the incident. 

 

The juvenile was distraught and stayed near the edge of the roof. Two of the deputies who responded are members of the Lane County Sheriff’s Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT). These deputies were able to build rapport with the juvenile and worked to establish a deescalation strategy. Fire and EMS personnel responded with emergency equipment, including a ladder truck.  

 

At around 5 pm, after more than 20 minutes of negotiation, the juvenile came down off the roof unharmed. The juvenile was taken to a local area hospital for treatment.  

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank LCC Public Safety and all of the Fire and EMT personnel who responded to assist.

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5/13/26 - LCSO 26-2357 - Lane County Deputies Save Juvenile From Rooftop At LCC (Photo) - 05/14/26

On May 13th about 4 pm deputies were notified of a juvenile in crisis. Family reported the juvenile was on top of a LCC campus building. Deputies responded in emergency mode to the location and established contact. Additional deputies also contacted the juvenile’s family and gathered information about what triggered the incident. 

 

The juvenile was distraught and stayed near the edge of the roof. Two of the deputies who responded are members of the Lane County Sheriff’s Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT). These deputies were able to build rapport with the juvenile and worked to establish a deescalation strategy. Fire and EMS personnel responded with emergency equipment, including a ladder truck.  

 

At around 5 pm, after more than 20 minutes of negotiation, the juvenile came down off the roof unharmed. The juvenile was taken to a local area hospital for treatment.  

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank LCC Public Safety and all of the Fire and EMT personnel who responded to assist.

Attached Media Files: Campus_deescalation_LCSO.png,

Lane County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol Is Offering Free Boat Inspections! (Photo) - 05/13/26

Lane County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol is offering free boat inspections! 

 

The Lane County Sheriff’s Marine Patrol deputies are partnering with Bi-Mart to again offer free boat inspections throughout Lane County to help you get on the water safely!  

 

Bring your boat to a listed Bi-Mart on the scheduled date and time and a Lane County Sheriff’s Marine Patrol Deputy will inspect your boat for free and help make sure you have everything you need.  

 

For those non-motorized boats (including paddle boards, kayaks, etc.), be sure to always carry a life jacket, whistle/horn and a waterway access permit. 

 

Saturday 5/16/26 

10:00 am – 01:00 pm 

River Road Bi-Mart 

2030 River Road, Eugene 

 

Saturday 5/23/26 

10:00 am – 01:00 pm 

Florence Bi-Mart 

4310 Highway 101, Florence  

 

Sunday 5/31/26 

10:00 am -  01:00 pm  

Springfield Bi-Mart 

1521 Mohawk Boulevard, Springfield 

Attached Media Files: Boat_inspection_flyer.png,

Lane County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol Is Offering Free Boat Inspections! (Photo) - 05/13/26

Lane County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol is offering free boat inspections! 

 

The Lane County Sheriff’s Marine Patrol deputies are partnering with Bi-Mart to again offer free boat inspections throughout Lane County to help you get on the water safely!  

 

Bring your boat to a listed Bi-Mart on the scheduled date and time and a Lane County Sheriff’s Marine Patrol Deputy will inspect your boat for free and help make sure you have everything you need.  

 

For those non-motorized boats (including paddle boards, kayaks, etc.), be sure to always carry a life jacket, whistle/horn and a waterway access permit. 

 

Saturday 5/16/26 

10:00 am – 01:00 pm 

River Road Bi-Mart 

2030 River Road, Eugene 

 

Saturday 5/23/26 

10:00 am – 01:00 pm 

Florence Bi-Mart 

4310 Highway 101, Florence  

 

Sunday 5/31/26 

10:00 am -  01:00 pm  

Springfield Bi-Mart 

1521 Mohawk Boulevard, Springfield 

Attached Media Files: Boat_inspection_flyer.png,

5/10/26 - LCSO Case 26-2177 - Missing Person From Eugene Found Deceased (Photo) - 05/10/26

On May 10th, at about 1:00 pm, Tyler Davis was found deceased near Lookout Reservoir east of Lowell. He was found by Lane County Sheriff’s Search & Rescue volunteers from the Eugene Mountain Rescue team, who traversed extremely steep terrain to search areas difficult to access. There is no evidence of a crime at this time, but the investigation remains active.  

 

Lane County Sheriff's Search & Rescue (SAR) continually searched the area. SAR staff and volunteers deployed multiple teams in the search area, east of Lowell. Utilizing search canines, vehicles and ground crews conducting grid searches. The Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol and SAR deployed boats and divers to Lookout Reservoir and LCSO, EPD and the Oregon State Police deployed drones to aid in the search.   

  

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank all those who contributed to the search. Including, the Eugene Police Department, the Oregon State Police, Civil Air Patrol and all the friends and family of Tyler Davis who came out to help the search effort. 

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5/10/26 - LCSO Case 26-2177 - Missing Person From Eugene Found Deceased (Photo) - 05/10/26

On May 10th, at about 1:00 pm, Tyler Davis was found deceased near Lookout Reservoir east of Lowell. He was found by Lane County Sheriff’s Search & Rescue volunteers from the Eugene Mountain Rescue team, who traversed extremely steep terrain to search areas difficult to access. There is no evidence of a crime at this time, but the investigation remains active.  

 

Lane County Sheriff's Search & Rescue (SAR) continually searched the area. SAR staff and volunteers deployed multiple teams in the search area, east of Lowell. Utilizing search canines, vehicles and ground crews conducting grid searches. The Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol and SAR deployed boats and divers to Lookout Reservoir and LCSO, EPD and the Oregon State Police deployed drones to aid in the search.   

  

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank all those who contributed to the search. Including, the Eugene Police Department, the Oregon State Police, Civil Air Patrol and all the friends and family of Tyler Davis who came out to help the search effort. 

Attached Media Files: Recovery_EastLane.png,

5/8/26 - LCSO Case 26-2177 - Search For Missing Person Continues In Area Of Lookout Reservoir (Photo) - 05/08/26

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office is looking for 22-year-old Tyler Ryan Davis of Eugene. Davis was reported missing to Eugene Police on May 1st. Davis’s last known contact was with friends and family on April 30th. Davis’s vehicle was later found parked near the area of Lookout Reservoir, east of Lowell. 
 
Lane County Sheriff's Search & Rescue (SAR) is actively searching the area. SAR staff and volunteers have deployed multiple teams to the search area, east of Lowell. SAR teams have utilized search canines on land and water. The Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol and SAR have deployed boats and divers on Lookout Reservoir. SAR ground crews have conducted grid searches and traversed local road and trail systems. LCSO, EPD and the Oregon State Police have deployed drones to aid in the search. The Civil Air Patrol also joined search efforts, flying over the search area. Many friends and family of Davis have also been in the area searching.   

 

Davis is described as a white male adult, standing approximately 6’02” tall and weighing about 165 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes. It is unknown what he was last wearing. 
 
Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact the Lane County Sheriff’s Office at 541-682-4150 option 1.  

Attached Media Files: LCSO_26-2177_MissingPerson_Davis.jpeg, LCSO_26_2177_Search_1.png, LCSO_26-2177_WaterSearch.png, LCSO_26-2177_Radio.png, LCSO_26-2177_K9Search1.png,

5/8/26 - LCSO Case 26-2177 - Search For Missing Person Continues In Area Of Lookout Reservoir (Photo) - 05/08/26

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office is looking for 22-year-old Tyler Ryan Davis of Eugene. Davis was reported missing to Eugene Police on May 1st. Davis’s last known contact was with friends and family on April 30th. Davis’s vehicle was later found parked near the area of Lookout Reservoir, east of Lowell. 
 
Lane County Sheriff's Search & Rescue (SAR) is actively searching the area. SAR staff and volunteers have deployed multiple teams to the search area, east of Lowell. SAR teams have utilized search canines on land and water. The Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol and SAR have deployed boats and divers on Lookout Reservoir. SAR ground crews have conducted grid searches and traversed local road and trail systems. LCSO, EPD and the Oregon State Police have deployed drones to aid in the search. The Civil Air Patrol also joined search efforts, flying over the search area. Many friends and family of Davis have also been in the area searching.   

 

Davis is described as a white male adult, standing approximately 6’02” tall and weighing about 165 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes. It is unknown what he was last wearing. 
 
Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact the Lane County Sheriff’s Office at 541-682-4150 option 1.  

Attached Media Files: LCSO_26-2177_MissingPerson_Davis.jpeg, LCSO_26_2177_Search_1.png, LCSO_26-2177_WaterSearch.png, LCSO_26-2177_Radio.png, LCSO_26-2177_K9Search1.png,

5/6/26 - LCSO Case 26-2177- Eugene Man Missing In The Lowell Area (Photo) - 05/06/26

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office is looking for 22-year-old Tyler Ryan Davis of Eugene. Davis was reported missing to Eugene Police earlier this week. Davis’s last known contact was with friends and family on April 30th. Davis’s vehicle was later found parked near the area of Lookout Reservoir, east of Lowell.  

 

Lane County Sheriff's Search & Rescue is actively searching the area. Search & Rescue staff and volunteers have logged over 400 hours searching already, and have deployed canines, drones, boats, divers and ground crews to aid in the search.   

 

Davis is described as a white male adult, standing approximately 6’02” tall and weighing about 165 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes. It is unknown what he was last wearing.  

 

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact the Lane County Sheriff’s Office at 541-682-4150 option 1. 

 

Attached Media Files: Davis.png,

5/6/26 - LCSO Case 26-2177- Eugene Man Missing In The Lowell Area (Photo) - 05/06/26

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office is looking for 22-year-old Tyler Ryan Davis of Eugene. Davis was reported missing to Eugene Police earlier this week. Davis’s last known contact was with friends and family on April 30th. Davis’s vehicle was later found parked near the area of Lookout Reservoir, east of Lowell.  

 

Lane County Sheriff's Search & Rescue is actively searching the area. Search & Rescue staff and volunteers have logged over 400 hours searching already, and have deployed canines, drones, boats, divers and ground crews to aid in the search.   

 

Davis is described as a white male adult, standing approximately 6’02” tall and weighing about 165 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes. It is unknown what he was last wearing.  

 

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact the Lane County Sheriff’s Office at 541-682-4150 option 1. 

 

Attached Media Files: Davis.png,

5/5/26 - LCSO Case 26-2212 - Deputies Investigating Crash On London Road (Photo) - 05/05/26

On May 5th at about 05:40 am, Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to investigate a crash that occurred in the 27000 block of London Road. Callers reported a vehicle had overturned during the crash and at least one occupant had been ejected.

   

Deputies are currently investigating. South Lane Fire and Rescue extricated at least one passenger. The driver and all three occupants were transported to area hospitals for treatment. Members of the Lane County Crash Reconstruction Team responded to investigate the crash scene. London Road is closed near the crash for investigation and motorists should avoid the area.   

 

This investigation is active, and no other details are available at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Lane County Sheriff’s Dispatch at 541-682-4150 option 1 and reference case 26-2212.  

Attached Media Files: London_Road_Crash.png,

5/5/26 - LCSO Case 26-2212 - Deputies Investigating Crash On London Road (Photo) - 05/05/26

On May 5th at about 05:40 am, Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to investigate a crash that occurred in the 27000 block of London Road. Callers reported a vehicle had overturned during the crash and at least one occupant had been ejected.

   

Deputies are currently investigating. South Lane Fire and Rescue extricated at least one passenger. The driver and all three occupants were transported to area hospitals for treatment. Members of the Lane County Crash Reconstruction Team responded to investigate the crash scene. London Road is closed near the crash for investigation and motorists should avoid the area.   

 

This investigation is active, and no other details are available at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Lane County Sheriff’s Dispatch at 541-682-4150 option 1 and reference case 26-2212.  

Attached Media Files: London_Road_Crash.png,

05/02/2026 - LCSO 26-2180 And 26-2183 Deputies Arrest Two For Burglary Following Vehicle Pursuit (Photo) - 05/04/26

On 05/02/2026 at around 2:50 pm, Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a burglary reported from the 40300 block of Jasper Lowell Road.  The first caller reported finding someone trespassing on his property. Shortly after, a second resident called in advising their home had been broken into and their car was removed from inside their shop. During the investigation it was learned the suspects were associated with a black BMW SUV with Oregon plates.  

  

At about 9:15 pm a deputy located the suspect vehicle in Lowell and began following. The vehicle drove recklessly eastbound on Highway 58 and deputies pursued. Oakridge Police Officers successfully deployed spike strips, which slowed the suspect vehicle, allowing deputies to utilize a (PIT) pursuit intervention tactic to end the chase.   

  

The suspect driver was identified as 28-year-old Brendon Andrew Johnson of Sprague River. Johnson was taken into custody and lodged at the Lane County Jail.  He was charged with two counts of Burglary in the First degree, two counts of Unlawful Use of a Vehicle, two counts of Elude Police by Vehicle, one count of Theft in the First Degree, one count of Unlawful Entry of a Vehicle, one count of Reckless Driving, five counts of Reckless Endangering, one count of Criminal Mischief in the First Degree and one count of Criminal Mischief in the Third Degree.  Johnson was also arrested for his outstanding warrants unrelated to this investigation.  

  

The second suspect was identified as 28-year-old Emily Rose McGinnis of Klamath Falls. McGinnis was arrested and lodged at the Lane County Jail. She was charged with one count of Burglary in the First Degree, Burglary in the Second Degree, Unlawful Use of a Vehicle, Theft in the First Degree and Criminal Mischief in the Third degree.  She also was arrested for her outstanding warrants.    

  

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the Oakridge Police Department and the Oregon State Police for their assistance in this investigation. 

Attached Media Files: Arrest_Oakridge.png,

05/02/2026 - LCSO 26-2180 And 26-2183 Deputies Arrest Two For Burglary Following Vehicle Pursuit (Photo) - 05/04/26

On 05/02/2026 at around 2:50 pm, Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a burglary reported from the 40300 block of Jasper Lowell Road.  The first caller reported finding someone trespassing on his property. Shortly after, a second resident called in advising their home had been broken into and their car was removed from inside their shop. During the investigation it was learned the suspects were associated with a black BMW SUV with Oregon plates.  

  

At about 9:15 pm a deputy located the suspect vehicle in Lowell and began following. The vehicle drove recklessly eastbound on Highway 58 and deputies pursued. Oakridge Police Officers successfully deployed spike strips, which slowed the suspect vehicle, allowing deputies to utilize a (PIT) pursuit intervention tactic to end the chase.   

  

The suspect driver was identified as 28-year-old Brendon Andrew Johnson of Sprague River. Johnson was taken into custody and lodged at the Lane County Jail.  He was charged with two counts of Burglary in the First degree, two counts of Unlawful Use of a Vehicle, two counts of Elude Police by Vehicle, one count of Theft in the First Degree, one count of Unlawful Entry of a Vehicle, one count of Reckless Driving, five counts of Reckless Endangering, one count of Criminal Mischief in the First Degree and one count of Criminal Mischief in the Third Degree.  Johnson was also arrested for his outstanding warrants unrelated to this investigation.  

  

The second suspect was identified as 28-year-old Emily Rose McGinnis of Klamath Falls. McGinnis was arrested and lodged at the Lane County Jail. She was charged with one count of Burglary in the First Degree, Burglary in the Second Degree, Unlawful Use of a Vehicle, Theft in the First Degree and Criminal Mischief in the Third degree.  She also was arrested for her outstanding warrants.    

  

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the Oakridge Police Department and the Oregon State Police for their assistance in this investigation. 

Attached Media Files: Arrest_Oakridge.png,

4/30/26 - LCSO Case 26-2132 - Adult In Custody Awaiting Trial Assaults Deputy (Photo) - 05/01/26

UPDATE: The assault charge in this case has been upgraded and Squires was arraigned today in the Lane County Circuit Court on charges of Assault in the 2nd Degree and Assault on a Public Safety Officer.

 

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On April 30th, a Lane County Sheriff’s deputy assigned to the Jail was securing single cell doors during dayroom time in a jail housing area. An adult in custody, Reid Michael Squires, 23, of Eugene, unexpectedly began punching the deputy in the face.
 
Squires continued striking the deputy until a nearby adult in custody intervened, stopping the assault until additional deputies arrived. The deputy sustained significant injuries requiring care at an area hospital. She has since been discharged but is still recovering from her injuries. The involved deputy has more than 25 years of law enforcement experience.
 
After additional investigation, Squires was charged with Assault on a Public Safety Officer and Assault in the 4th degree.
 
Squires is in custody awaiting trial on a Eugene Police Department case for the following charges:
- Rape in the 1st Degree
- Three counts of Sex Abuse in the 1st Degree
- Three counts of Sodomy in the 1st Degree
- Three counts of Using Child in Display of Sexually Explicit Conduct

Attached Media Files: Arrest.png,

4/30/26 - LCSO Case 26-2132 - Adult In Custody Awaiting Trial Assaults Deputy (Photo) - 05/01/26

UPDATE: The assault charge in this case has been upgraded and Squires was arraigned today in the Lane County Circuit Court on charges of Assault in the 2nd Degree and Assault on a Public Safety Officer.

 

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On April 30th, a Lane County Sheriff’s deputy assigned to the Jail was securing single cell doors during dayroom time in a jail housing area. An adult in custody, Reid Michael Squires, 23, of Eugene, unexpectedly began punching the deputy in the face.
 
Squires continued striking the deputy until a nearby adult in custody intervened, stopping the assault until additional deputies arrived. The deputy sustained significant injuries requiring care at an area hospital. She has since been discharged but is still recovering from her injuries. The involved deputy has more than 25 years of law enforcement experience.
 
After additional investigation, Squires was charged with Assault on a Public Safety Officer and Assault in the 4th degree.
 
Squires is in custody awaiting trial on a Eugene Police Department case for the following charges:
- Rape in the 1st Degree
- Three counts of Sex Abuse in the 1st Degree
- Three counts of Sodomy in the 1st Degree
- Three counts of Using Child in Display of Sexually Explicit Conduct

Attached Media Files: Arrest.png,

4/30/26 - LCSO Case 26-2139 - Deputies Arrest Cheshire Woman For Assault With A Knife (Photo) - 05/01/26

 
On April 30th at 11 p.m., Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded with a Junction City Police officer to a residence in the 95400 block of Noraton Road, north of Junction City, for a report of an assault. Deputies learned a 62-year-old male had been struck in the head with a knife and was bleeding severely. The suspect, Jeannae Marjorie Mackay, 31, of Cheshire, had run from the scene. Fire personnel responded, and the victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment.
 
Deputies searched the area for two hours without success until a witness observed Mackay in Junction City. Deputies responded and arrested Mackay without further incident. She was lodged at the Lane County Jail for Assault in the 1st Degree, Burglary in the 1st Degree, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.
 
Thanks to the Junction City Police Department and area residents for their assistance on this case.

Attached Media Files: Junction City Arrest,

4/30/26 - LCSO Case 26-2139 - Deputies Arrest Cheshire Woman For Assault With A Knife (Photo) - 05/01/26

 
On April 30th at 11 p.m., Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded with a Junction City Police officer to a residence in the 95400 block of Noraton Road, north of Junction City, for a report of an assault. Deputies learned a 62-year-old male had been struck in the head with a knife and was bleeding severely. The suspect, Jeannae Marjorie Mackay, 31, of Cheshire, had run from the scene. Fire personnel responded, and the victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment.
 
Deputies searched the area for two hours without success until a witness observed Mackay in Junction City. Deputies responded and arrested Mackay without further incident. She was lodged at the Lane County Jail for Assault in the 1st Degree, Burglary in the 1st Degree, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.
 
Thanks to the Junction City Police Department and area residents for their assistance on this case.

Attached Media Files: Junction City Arrest,

4/30/26 - Multiple Water Hazards In Fall Creek Reservoir (Photo) - 04/30/26

 
Fall Creek Reservoir is nearly full and Winberry State Park is open – but that doesn’t mean the reservoir is ready for summer! There are multiple water hazards throughout the reservoir. According to one of our Marine Patrol deputies, the reservoir has “a lumberyard of debris floating all over it.”
 
Please use extreme caution if you choose to go boating on Fall Creek Reservoir.
 
Visit www.oregon.gov/osmb for the latest information on water obstructions within Oregon.

Attached Media Files: Fall Creek Debris,

4/30/26 - Multiple Water Hazards In Fall Creek Reservoir (Photo) - 04/30/26

 
Fall Creek Reservoir is nearly full and Winberry State Park is open – but that doesn’t mean the reservoir is ready for summer! There are multiple water hazards throughout the reservoir. According to one of our Marine Patrol deputies, the reservoir has “a lumberyard of debris floating all over it.”
 
Please use extreme caution if you choose to go boating on Fall Creek Reservoir.
 
Visit www.oregon.gov/osmb for the latest information on water obstructions within Oregon.

Attached Media Files: Fall Creek Debris,

4/28/26 - LCSO Case 26-2090 - Deputies Investigating Severe Injury Crash On Territorial Highway (Photo) - 04/29/26

 
On April 28th at 8 p.m., Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded with fire personnel to a two-vehicle crash on Territorial Highway at Old Lorane Road, involving a 2005 Ford F550 box truck and 2001 Honda moped. The moped rider was severely injured and transported to an area hospital for treatment. The driver of the truck remained on scene.
 
The Lane County Sheriff’s Crash Reconstruction Team responded to investigate. Initial evidence showed the truck was driving north on Territorial Highway when it crossed into in the oncoming lane. The truck then collided with a moped travelling south. The roadway was closed while evidence was collected at the scene.
 
This investigation is ongoing. Any potential criminal charges will be forwarded to the Lane County District Attorney’s Office.
 
Anyone with information on this incident is asked contact the Lane County Sheriff’s Office at 541-682-4150 option 1 and reference case 26-2090.

Attached Media Files: Lorane Crash,

4/28/26 - LCSO Case 26-2090 - Deputies Investigating Severe Injury Crash On Territorial Highway (Photo) - 04/29/26

 
On April 28th at 8 p.m., Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded with fire personnel to a two-vehicle crash on Territorial Highway at Old Lorane Road, involving a 2005 Ford F550 box truck and 2001 Honda moped. The moped rider was severely injured and transported to an area hospital for treatment. The driver of the truck remained on scene.
 
The Lane County Sheriff’s Crash Reconstruction Team responded to investigate. Initial evidence showed the truck was driving north on Territorial Highway when it crossed into in the oncoming lane. The truck then collided with a moped travelling south. The roadway was closed while evidence was collected at the scene.
 
This investigation is ongoing. Any potential criminal charges will be forwarded to the Lane County District Attorney’s Office.
 
Anyone with information on this incident is asked contact the Lane County Sheriff’s Office at 541-682-4150 option 1 and reference case 26-2090.

Attached Media Files: Lorane Crash,

4/26/26 - LCSO Case 26-1669 - Deputies Arrest Suspect In Jasper Hit-and-run (Photo) - 04/27/26

 
Just before midnight on April 5th, Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded with fire personnel to a hit-and-run crash on Jasper Lowell Road at Pengra Road. A motorcycle rider had been struck by a vehicle, which fled the scene. The rider was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries.
 
Deputies were able to identify the make and model of the suspect vehicle from debris left on scene. They began searching for a possible match.
 
On April 26th, deputies located a matching vehicle at a residence in the 39000 block of Jasper Lowell Road, Fall Creek. The vehicle was partially hidden under a tarp. After additional investigation, deputies determined the vehicle was involved in the crash. They also identified the driver as John Thomas Klinchok, 60, of Fall Creek.
 
Klinchok was arrested and lodged at the Lane County Jail for Assault in the 1st Degree, Failure to Perform Duties of a Driver to Injured Persons, and Driving While Suspended - Felony.
 
Thanks to the many community members who assisted with this incident.

Attached Media Files: Fall Creek Arrest,

4/26/26 - LCSO Case 26-1669 - Deputies Arrest Suspect In Jasper Hit-and-run (Photo) - 04/27/26

 
Just before midnight on April 5th, Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded with fire personnel to a hit-and-run crash on Jasper Lowell Road at Pengra Road. A motorcycle rider had been struck by a vehicle, which fled the scene. The rider was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries.
 
Deputies were able to identify the make and model of the suspect vehicle from debris left on scene. They began searching for a possible match.
 
On April 26th, deputies located a matching vehicle at a residence in the 39000 block of Jasper Lowell Road, Fall Creek. The vehicle was partially hidden under a tarp. After additional investigation, deputies determined the vehicle was involved in the crash. They also identified the driver as John Thomas Klinchok, 60, of Fall Creek.
 
Klinchok was arrested and lodged at the Lane County Jail for Assault in the 1st Degree, Failure to Perform Duties of a Driver to Injured Persons, and Driving While Suspended - Felony.
 
Thanks to the many community members who assisted with this incident.

Attached Media Files: Fall Creek Arrest,