K9 Nix Tracks Wounded Felon Leading To Life-Saving Medical Care (Photo) -07/11/25

On July 11th, 2025, the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office requested assistance with an ongoing investigation at a crash scene along Highway 18 near milepost 11. Grand Ronde Tribal Police were on scene as the vehicle involved had been reported stolen the previous day in their jurisdiction. Oregon State Police and Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office were also involved in this investigation.

One suspect was apprehended on scene hours prior, however investigators were concerned by blood evidence found on scene and a trail of blood leading to the wood line nearby. Officers suspected a second suspect had been involved in the vehicle theft and subsequent crash, and were concerned for his wellbeing. The Lincoln City Police Department was contacted to assist locating the injured suspect and K9 Nix was deployed. With K9 Nix’s assistance the second suspect, 48-year-old Brian Peoples of Gladstone Oregon, was apprehended nearby with serious injuries. Peoples was transported via ambulance for emergent medical care and remained in custody. After medical care was provided, Peoples was released, and will be lodged into the Tillamook County Jail.

During the investigation, evidence of multiple felony property crimes was uncovered including crimes within Lincoln City in the hours preceding the crash. This teamwork by multiple agencies highlights how law enforcement officers work across multiple jurisdictions in pursuit of justice.

Good Job K9 Nix!

LCPD Narcotics Detective Investigation Leads To Arrest Of Lincoln County Man For Manslaughter (Photo) -07/03/25

On July 2^nd, 2025, 60-year-old Steven J. Brady of Otis, was arrested by Lincoln City Police Detectives for crimes related to an overdose death that occurred in Otis in early 2025. After investigation into this matter by Lincoln City Detectives, the case was brought before a Lincoln County Grand Jury where Brady was subsequently indicted for Manslaughter in the Second Degree, Criminally Negligent Homicide, and related drug offenses. Searches for Brady spanned over two weeks and multiple counties before Brady was located in Lincoln City shortly after returning to the area.

Brady was well known to the Lincoln City Police Department for two separate search warrants that were executed in March of 2025 at his residence, 336 N Deer Valley Road in Otis OR, related to Brady’s delivery of illegal narcotics throughout northern Lincoln County.

During the initial search warrant operation substantial quantities of Fentanyl and Methamphetamine were recovered along with scales and packaging material used for the sale of narcotics. Brady was subsequently charged with Unlawful Delivery of Fentanyl, Unlawful Possession of Fentanyl, Unlawful Delivery of Methamphetamine, Unlawful Manufacture of Methamphetamine, and Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. A second search warrant operation was conducted when information was received that Brady was continuing his drug trafficking operation. This search led to the discovery of additional substantial quantities of Fentanyl, along with scales and packaging materials. Between both search warrant operations, nearly $10,000 in cash was seized.

During the second search warrant operation, 32-year-old Dylan Wright of Otis, was charged for Possession of Methamphetamine. 38-year-old Casey Overturf, of Lincoln City, was charged for Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of Fentanyl. Brady was charged for Unlawful Delivery of Fentanyl, Unlawful Possession of Fentanyl, Unlawful Delivery of Methamphetamine, Unlawful Manufacture of Methamphetamine, and Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine.

Through these investigations, the Lincoln City Police Department Narcotics Detective has worked to address the ongoing distribution of illicit drugs in unincorporated Lincoln County which are directly related to both violent and non-violent crime affecting City residents. We commend his efforts to protect our broader community.

Police action is not indicative of guilt. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Out of respect for the Decedent and their family on this case, their name is not being released at this time.

LCPD Narcotics Detective Recovers Substantial Quantities Of Heroin From Local Residence (Photo) -06/26/25

On June 16, 2025, as a culmination of a months-long investigation into 32-year-old Jonathan Blackwood of Lincoln City, the Lincoln City Police Department Narcotics Detective, supported by members of the Toledo Police Department, McMinnville Police Department, and the LCPD patrol division, executed a search warrant at Blackwood’s residence on NE 36^th Drive. The subsequent search led to the discovery of controlled substances including suspected Fentanyl, illegal prescription pills, and substantial quantities of Heroin. In addition to the controlled substances, further evidence of Blackwood’s drug dealing operation, which spanned over several years, was also uncovered.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Blackwood was not lodged in jail at the time of the operation. 42-year-old, Cody Ravagni of Lincoln City, was lodged at the Lincoln County Jail on a charge of Frequenting a Place where Controlled Substances are Used for knowingly permitting the residence he rented to be used for such activities. The case has been forwarded to the Lincoln County District Attorney’s Office.

LCPD would like to thank the Toledo Police Department and McMinnville Police Department for their assistance in this investigation.

During the approximate 6 months in which the LCPD Narcotics Detective has been operating in this position, he has recovered substantial quantities of Methamphetamine, Fentanyl, and Heroin, as well as proceeds from narcotics trafficking approaching nearly $100,000.

The Lincoln City Police Department urges citizens to report suspected drug activity by calling 541-994-3636 or emailing drugtips@lincolncity.org.

LCPD To Perform Pedestrian Safety Operation -06/16/25

The Lincoln City Police Department will be utilizing our grant funds to conduct a Pedestrian Safety Operation on Wednesday, June 18th, 2025 on Hwy 101 in the area of South 29th Street.

The primary focus of the operation is to raise pedestrian safety awareness. With the use of a decoy pedestrian, the Lincoln City Police Department hopes to raise awareness of drivers and pedestrians through education and enforcement of pedestrian right-of-way laws. The operation will be conducted between the hours of 11:00AM and 3:00PM. Warning signs will be posted prior to entering the pedestrian safety operation zone.

The members of the Lincoln City Police Department are dedicated to enhancing the safety of our citizens and guests of the city, and these safety operations are conducted in an effort to reduce the potential for injuries or death to pedestrians in our city.

Funding for the pedestrian safety operations are made possible through a grant provided by the Oregon Department of Transportation and Oregon Impact.

Submitted By:

Sgt Torin Liden

Under Authority Of:

Chief David Broderick