Man Sentenced To Prison In Weapon And Criminal Mischief Charges - 06/02/26

State of Oregon v. Juan Carlos Elias-Perez

Marion County Circuit Court Case 26CR01310 and 26CR01311

Salem, OR – June 2, 2026 –  Marion County Circuit Court Judge Manuel Perez sentenced Juan Carlos Elias-Perez, age 36, to 48 months in the Department of Corrections after a Marion County Jury found him guilty of Unlawful Use of a Weapon and Criminal Mischief in the Second Degree.

The convictions stem from a December 14, 2025, incident in which Salem Police Officers and Marion County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to an apartment on Sunnyview Road NE. At approximately 4:08 a.m., the victim, H.W., was awoken when she heard banging on the exterior of her residence, including her windows and front door. When she opened the door, she saw Elias‑Perez standing outside holding a knife and telling her to come toward him. Elias-Perez then began to approach H.W. while wielding the knife. Fearing for her safety and that of her three children and grandchildren sleeping in the residence, ages 4, 9, and 10, she immediately shut and locked the door and called 911. Investigators quickly located Elias‑Perez several hundred yards away and arrested him.

At the time of the incident, Elias-Perez was a stranger to the victim.  He has a listed residence from Issaquah, Washington. 

“This incident is a parent or guardian’s nightmare.  No one should have to open their door to this- especially within their own home with children present. The victim was offering help but instead experienced being threatened with a knife,” said District Attorney Elect Brendan Murphy.  “A victim’s fear is something we try to consider when deciding an appropriate sentencing recommendation, and DDA Wolfe’s prison recommendation was the right result here.”

Elias‑Perez was also convicted in a separate case from November 2024 involving a secure laundry room at an apartment complex on Market Street. After entering the room and disturbing belongings, he was confronted by the property’s security manager. A struggle occurred, and after the manager forcibly removed him from the room, Elias‑Perez began throwing rocks, one of which struck the manager in the arm. After the manager retreated and closed the laundry room door, Elias‑Perez continued throwing rocks, damaging the building and breaking a window. A jury found him guilty of Criminal Mischief in the Second Degree for his role in this incident.

The State was represented by Deputy District Attorney Braden Wolf. The Marion County District Attorney’s Office extends its appreciation to the Salem Police Department and Marion County Sheriff’s Office for their swift and diligent responses, which played a critical role in resolving this case.

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Man Sentenced After Stealing State Vehicle And Escaping Oregon State Hospital - 05/26/26

Salem, OR – May 26, 2026 – On Friday, May 22, Marion County Circuit Court Judge Courtland Geyer sentenced Christopher Lee Pray, 41, to 57 months in the Oregon Department of Corrections following his guilty plea to Escape in the First Degree and Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle. The sentence will run concurrent to the 22-year sentence Pray is currently serving in Multnomah County on unrelated cases.

The conviction stems from an August 30, 2023, incident in which the Oregon State Hospital (OSH) notified the Oregon State Police (OSP) that Pray had escaped custody and stealing a state-owned vehicle. Earlier that day, Pray had been transferred to OSH pursuant to a court order related to pending Multnomah County proceedings.

Later that day, while in the OSH cafeteria, Pray became involved in an altercation with another patient and sustained a lip injury requiring sutures, necessitating a trip to Salem Health.  Two OSH staff members accompanied Pray to Salem Health in a state issued vehicle and remained with him while he received medical care at Salem Health.

Upon returning to OSH, while staff were attempting to escort Pray from the vehicle, he unbuckled himself and jumped into the driver’s seat. The key was left in the ignition when the OSH staff member exited the vehicle to assist the defendant in exiting the vehicle. Pray accelerated, causing the staff member to be thrown from the vehicle and sustain minor injuries.

Two days later Pray was located by Portland emergency responders after becoming stranded in a muddy area and was subsequently arrested.

Deputy District Attorney David Wilson represented the State in this case. The Marion County District Attorney’s Office wishes to thank the Oregon State Police for their thorough investigatory work.

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Marion County DA’s Office Delivers Justice - 05/22/26

Salem, OR – May 22, 2026 – The Marion County District Attorney’s Office announced today that trial attorneys secured convictions in multiple separate cases this week, reflecting the office’s continued commitment to holding offenders accountable.

25CR35970 – Nicholas Ransom was convicted by a Marion County Jury of multiple offenses, including First-Degree Burglary Constituting Domestic Violence with a Firearm, two counts of Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Fourth-Degree Assault Constituting Domestic Violence, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Fleeing or Attempting to Elude Police, Reckless Driving, and Attempted Second‑Degree Animal Abuse. The conviction stems from a June 29, 2025, incident in which deputies responded to a domestic violence call involving Ransom and Michelle Perez at her Salem residence. Perez reported that Ransom, her ex‑boyfriend, entered her home uninvited, yelled at her and her friend James Esplin, brandished a firearm, assaulted her, threatened to kill both of them, and kicked her dog before fleeing. Deputies later pursued Ransom at speeds exceeding 100 mph until he was arrested on Howell Prairie Road, where a .40‑caliber pistol was recovered. At the time, Ransom was a convicted felon on post‑prison supervision for homicide and had a prior assault conviction involving Perez. His sentencing is scheduled for June 11, 2026.

25CR30879 – A Marion County Jury issued a guilty verdict after a one-day trial, finding Kenneth Raymond guilty of assault in the fourth degree. The incident occurred on April 15, 2025. Deputies responded to the Safeway on Lancaster Dr. NE after Raymond punched Jason Burns in the face approximately four times. The pair, who had attended the same high school, were familiar with one another. The argument stemmed from a dispute over a pool stick. Raymond told the responding Deputy he had tried to “knock-out” Burns but he missed the final punch. Marion County Circuit Court Judge Manuel Perez issued a sentence of 18 months of bench probation.

13C42284 – Paul Rodriguez-Garcia was found guilty by a Marion County Jury of a Felony Driving While Under the Influence of Intoxicants, and he pled guilty to Driving with a Suspended License and Giving False Information to a Police Officer. He had two prior DUII offenses. In March 2013, an officer observed the defendant swerving and weaving into a bike lane. Upon stopping the vehicle, the officer noted that the defendant’s eyes were bloodshot and glassy, and he could smell alcohol in the car. The defendant was unable to provide registration or a driver’s license and gave a false name and date of birth. Several cues of impairment were recorded, and the defendant refused a breathalyzer test. He will be sentenced on May 22, 2026.

“Every day, I’m proud of the work our attorneys and legal staff do for this community,” said Chief Deputy District Attorney Brendan Murphy. “It’s an overwhelming volume, tireless, and vital to public safety in our community.”

The Marion County District Attorney’s Office reviews over 10,000 cases annually and employs approximately 32 lawyers.

Woodburn Police Officer Found Justified In May 2, 2026, Use Of Deadly Force Incident - 05/20/26

May 20, 2026 - Today, a Marion County Grand Jury unanimously found that Woodburn Police Officer Jackson Ryan was justified in his use of deadly physical force towards Israel Hernandez-Martinez (DOB 8/9/1988) in Woodburn, Oregon, on May 2, 2026. 

In reaching their conclusion, the Grand Jury convened to hear testimony from 7 witnesses, including members of the Salem Police Department who led the investigation.  The Grand Jury reviewed evidence including body-worn camera, numerous photographs of the scene, 911 calls, dispatch radio traffic, and autopsy conclusions.  A law enforcement use of force expert was also called to testify about human dynamics in critical law enforcement incidents. 

The following is a factual summary of evidence found by the Grand Jury:

On May 2, 2026, at 10:54 p.m., the METCOM received a 911 call from a passenger in a vehicle on Arney Road just north of the Woodburn Outlet mall stating that a pedestrian had just thrown a rock at her car.  

This area of Arney Road runs roughly parallel to Interstate 5; however, it has multiple S bends that change the road’s direction ninety degrees: from north to south immediately north of the Outlet mall, to east west (where the incident occurred), and back to north south again before Arney Road intersects with Crosby Rd NE. 

The driver of the vehicle was driving southbound on Arney Road towards the Woodburn Outlet mall and slowed to navigate the upcoming bend when he saw someone in the trees next to the west side of the road.  The person in the trees, later identified as Hernandez-Martinez, suddenly crossed into the southbound lane, stood near the center line and as the car passed raised a four-prong tire iron[1] above his head as if he were about to hit the car.   The driver turned his head, thinking the tire iron was about to hit the windshield, but it hit the driver’s side door instead causing damage. He drove away and had his wife, the passenger, call 911.   The couple also had their baby daughter in the vehicle.

Due to the late hour and resulting darkness, the driver was unable to provide a good description of the individual although it was later determined that the passengers of the vehicle and Hernandez-Martinez were strangers.

While the driver of the vehicle was still on the phone with 911, another vehicle pulled up to the victim’s car and reported that a male tried to hit them with a crowbar as well.  When law enforcement later interviewed the occupants of the vehicle, they stated that he was driving west on Arney Road traveling south towards the outlet mall when they saw a male, later determined to be Hernandez-Martinez, standing in the middle of the road.  According to the passenger, Hernandez-Martinez appeared angry, and as they approached it appeared that Hernandez-Martinez was going to hit their car with a “X”- shaped crowbar at his car.  The driver did not stop, and as he drove past, Hernandez-Martinez swung at the car, but missed. The family left the location because he had his girlfriend and their children, a six-year-old son and two-year-old daughter, in the backseat of his vehicle.  Again, it was established that there was no prior relationship between Hernandez-Martinez and this second vehicle.

A short while later, another 911 call was made, this caller stated that they could hear property being damaged near 16817 Arney Road.

Finally, yet another call to 911 was made to report there was an individual attempting to destroy a house at 16847 Arney Road. This location is roughly adjacent to where the two vehicles had been attacked. Law enforcement later found that the residence’s front windows had all been smashed, as well as a vehicle’s windshield that was parked at that location. The caller had been inside the residence and awoke to broken glass falling on him. 

Woodburn Police Officer Jackson Ryan heard the multiple dispatch calls over the radio and dispatched himself to the area to begin looking for the individual. 

Woodburn Police Officer Jesse Ponce also responded to the incident.

Officer Ponce responded to the location from the north, turning south on Arney Road from Crosbey Road NE.  Both officers were driving appropriately marked law enforcement vehicles with decals, lights and other markings showing the vehicles were patrol vehicles.

As Officer Ponce traveled west on Arney Road, he observed a male, later identified as Hernandez-Martinez, running down a driveway towards his patrol car.   It appeared the Hernandez-Martinez was yelling, although it could not be determined what was said.   As Hernandez-Martinez approached, Officer Ponce could see that he was holding a tire iron above his head, as if he were about to strike or throw the object.  As he traveled past, Officer Ponce saw Hernandez-Martinez swing the iron at his patrol car, but Hernandez-Martinez ultimately missed.

Officer Ponce accelerated to create some distance, and as he did so he saw law enforcement approaching him from the other lane (eastbound).  However, he could see Hernandez-Martinez was still chasing after his patrol vehicle.  Officer Ponce further accelerated as Officer Ryan, in the other patrol vehicle, passed his location in the opposite lane of travel.

As Officer Ryan  approached Officer Ponce’s vehicle, he heard Officer Ponce say over the radio that the suspect had tried to hit his car with a tire iron. 

At this point, Officer Ponce was traveling westbound with Hernandez-Martinez chasing his patrol vehicle, while Officer Ryan was traveling eastbound towards Hernandez-Martinez.  Officer Ryan stopped his patrol vehicle as Officer Ponce passed his location.

Officer Ryan exited his patrol vehicle and saw Hernandez-Martinez approximately 20-25 feet from his location.  Officer Ryan attempted to turn on his body worn camera (see more detail below) but was unsuccessful.  Officer Ryan positioned himself between Hernandez-Martinez and Officer Ponce’s vehicle, moving backwards, west, towards Officer Ponce’s location.  Hernandez-Martinez continued to move aggressively towards Officer Ryan, and Officer Ryan could see a tire iron in Hernandez-Martinez’s hand above his head.  He also stated that Hernandez-Martinez was gritting his teeth and yelling, although Officer Ryan couldn’t understand what was being said.  In Hernandez-Martinez’s other hand, he appeared to be carrying additional items. 

Officer Ryan gave Hernandez-Martinez multiple commands to “Stop!” and “You’re going to get shot!” By this time, Officer Ponce had also stopped and exited his vehicle. Officer Ryan knew that Officer Ponce was behind him, although he was not sure exactly where.  Hernandez-Martinez continued to advance towards Officer Ryan.[2]

Officer Ryan fired 4 shots from his department-issued Glock 17 handgun.  

At the time of the shooting, or almost immediately thereafter, two additional Woodburn Officers had arrived on scene.  All the officers provided immediate first aid once the scene was secure.  Despite the efforts of the officers and then emergency medical personnel, Hernandez-Martinez was pronounced deceased on scene.

Investigators from the Salem Police Department took over the scene to conduct an officer involved use of deadly force investigation. Pursuant to Marion County’s Officer Use of Deadly Force Protocol, a non-involved police agency must lead any investigation where law enforcement uses deadly physical force.    

The Woodburn Police Department issues body worn cameras to its officers. To be operable, the officers must first manually power on the camera and then manually set the camera to record before each interaction.[3]  Earlier that evening, Officer Ryan powered off his camera while inside the police department but failed to turn his camera back on upon leaving.  Thus, Officer Ryan’s camera failed to record additional interactions subsequent to leaving the station, including this incident.   Thus, there is no body worn camera from Officer Ryan’s body camera for this specific interaction.

Salem investigators confirmed that no other incidents were recorded after Officer Ryan turned off his camera until much later.  Additionally, investigators confirmed with the manufacturer that there were no recordings that could be recovered nor were any videos otherwise manipulated.

However, Officer Ponce did record a portion of the interaction with his body worn camera, capturing the incident immediately upon shots being fired. That recording was provided to the Grand Jury and is attached to this release.[4]  The investigation showed that at the time Officer Ryan fired his weapon, Hernandez-Martinez was approximately 17-20 feet from Officer Ryan.

A Family Service Coordinator from the Marion County District Attorney’s Office, with the assistance of the Salem Police Department, contacted Hernandez-Martinez’s next-of-kin.

No other witnesses, bystanders or officers were injured during this incident.

Overall, the investigation showed that Officer Ryan fired four times.  At the time of firing his weapon, Hernandez-Martinez was approximately 22 feet from Officer Ryan.  Hernandez-Martinez was struck four times, twisting to the ground as he fell.  There was no evidence to suggest that the bullets were fired at close range.

On May 3^rd, 2026, Deputy State Medical Examiner Phillip Bennett conducted an autopsy and determined that Hernandez-Martinez died from multiple gunshot wounds. Based on Hernandez-Martinez’s twisting motion, the Grand Jury found that Hernandez-Martinez was first struck in the front and side of his torso and then two bullets entered his back, one through the shoulder and another closer to his back’s midline.  There was no immediate indication of intoxicating substances, however formal toxicology results remain pending.

In addition, law enforcement later recovered Hernandez-Martinez’s vehicle several hundred yards north of the incident, abandoned at another residence.  The vehicle’s windows had been smashed and the tire irons had been removed from the vehicle.

Hernandez-Martinez had four prior arrests. He had an active warrant for his arrest for a failure to appear in court for Strangulation-Domestic Violence probation violation[5], and had previously been convicted of Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants[6], Driving While Suspended[7], and Assault in the Fourth Degree and Disorderly Conduct[8].  None of his prior criminal history was presented to the Grand Jury.

Oregon Revised Statute 161.242 describes when a peace officer may use deadly physical force.  The Grand Jury applied the facts of this case to the legal principles dictating circumstances when deadly physical force can be used.  Specifically, the Grand Jury unanimously found that, under the totality of the circumstances known to Officer Ryan, he reasonably determined that the use of deadly physical force was necessary as:

• Israel Hernandez-Martinez had committed and attempted to commit the violent felony of Unlawful Use of a Weapon; and/or that,
• deadly physical force was necessary to defend a peace officer or another person from the use or threatened imminent use of deadly physical force;

and that

• under the totality of the circumstances existing at the time and place, the use of such force was justified.

The Grand Jury further found that all reasonable alternatives, such as verbal de-escalation, waiting, or using other available techniques or resources, weren’t feasible as Hernandez-Martinez was not responding to law enforcement’s attempts with a reasonable opportunity to comply. 

The Grand Jury's decision required reviewing all the facts and evidence available and applying them to the legal principles above.  Overall, the Grand Jury concluded that the actions of Officer Ryan were justified and lawful. 

After the Grand Jury’s determination, representatives from the Marion County District Attorney’s Office, including their Family Service Coordinator, met with representatives of Hernandez-Martinez’s family to explain the legal determination and answer any questions that they had.

Marion County Chief Deputy District Attorney Brendan Murphy stated, "I would like to thank the Grand Jury for their review of this dangerous situation. These incidents are often traumatic and difficult, so I appreciate the grand jury’s thorough examination.”

Marion County District Attorney Paige Clarkson added that, “This incident shows how quickly a routine police response can become deadly. I am thankful that Officers Ryan and Ponce are unharmed and were there to protect our community that day. To all our Law Enforcement in Marion County: We are grateful that you continue to protect and serve." She continued, “I further extend my condolences to Hernandez-Martinez’s family.”

Chief Deputy DA Brendan Murphy additionally stated that: “Despite having several incidents in the recent months, Marion County continues to fulfill the important requirements of the Marion County Use of Force Protocol with skill, integrity, and transparency.  Marion County’s process for community oversight into these challenging events remains an ideal model.”

The Marion County District Attorney’s Office would like to especially thank the Salem Police Department for their excellent investigation.  Additionally, the DA’s Office would like to thank all the law enforcement agencies who assisted in the resolution and investigation of this incident. 

The following items from the investigation can be located from the Google Drive link below:

• 911 calls of the incident (3)
• Photograph of Hernandez-Martinez’s tire iron(s) on his person;
• Radio traffic of the incident.
• Woodburn Police Officer Jesse Ponce’s body worn camera, redacted.
• Frame-by-frame exhibit of the body worn camera
• Redacted scene Overhead photo

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1JHvWHTrChqQOPjoWQEcPhhpsXJZXDFJl?usp=drive_link

Chief Deputy District Attorney Brendan Murphy and Deputy District Attorney Braden Wolf presented the investigation to the Grand Jury.  Questions can be directed to BPMurphy@co.marion.or.us

Salem Man Sentenced For Abusing Minor Neighbor - 05/13/26

State of Oregon v. John Raymond Alatorre

Marion County Circuit Court Case 26CR02578

Salem, OR – May 11, 2026 –  Last week, Marion County Circuit Court Judge Natasha Zimmerman sentenced John Raymond Alatorre (age 29) to 75 months in the Oregon Department of Corrections. He was convicted based on a no-contest plea of Sexual Abuse in the First Degree and Attempted Sodomy in the First Degree. He will be required to register as a sex offender.

In November 2025 Salem Police received a report of suspected child abuse in the three thousand block of Hawthorne Ave., NE.  A mother reported that her 8-year-old daughter had ended up inside Alatorre’s apartment after playing outside in the courtyard with other neighborhood children. While inside the apartment Alatorre exposed himself and sexually abused the child.

A forensic interview was conducted by Liberty House, and on January 13, 2026, Salem Police interviewed Alatorre. He was arrested at that time. He was charged with Sexual Abuse in the First Degree, which carries a presumptive prison sentence of 75 months Deparmtent of Corrections pursuant to Oregon sentencing laws. 

“Crimes against children will always be our priority as our office remains committed to ensuring children are safe,” said Chief Deputy District Attorney Brendan Murphy. “Children deserve to be safe in their homes, neighborhoods and throughout their entire community.”

This case was prosecuted by Deputy District Attorney Katharine Semple.  The Marion County DA’s Office wishes to acknowledge the critical and delicate work of Liberty House and the investigation by the Salem Police Department. Their excellent work led to justice in this case.

Due to the involvement of child victims and the nature of criminal behavior, no additional details will be released.

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Marion County Deputy District Attorney Named Willamette University Attorney Mentor Of The Year - 05/13/26

Salem, OR – May 12, 2026 – Today, Marion County Deputy District Attorney Mae Orawiec was announced as a winner of the Willamette Law School 2026 Mentor of the Year Award. Orawiec was nominated by her mentee, Olivia Sciumbato.

The Willamette Law Office of Career Planning and Development partners first year law students with an attorney mentor who fits them best.  This long-running program, which was established in 1991, is designed to promote the professional development of students and help guide them into the legal profession.  Mentors are encouraged to create teaching moments to help students learn professionalism, how to address emails, how to respond to clients, and try out their arguments. Students often highlight the experience as being an instrumental part of their success both during their time at school, and as they begin their career.

In response to the announcement, Chief Deputy District Attorney Brendan Murphy said “Mae is a well-deserved recipient of this award. She is extremely compassionate, is a pleasure to work with, and obviously an excellent mentor. Our office is grateful for her hard in our community.”

After graduating from the University of Richmond Law School in 2018, Orawiec moved to Oregon and worked as a tax law consultant.  She passed the Oregon State Bar in 2020. She currently works as a DDA on the Complex Felony Trial Team within the DA’s Office. She was one of two mentors selected this year, out of approximately 100 attorneys. Sciumbato is a rising third year law student, she is slated to graduate in 2027.

The award will be presented this Fall during the Attorney-Mentor Kick-Off Reception at Willamette’s Putnam University Center.

The Marion County District Attorney’s Office prides itself in running one of the most robust law clerk programs in the state.  Students are hired for a two-year commitment in their second year of law school, where they review case files, prepare cases and documents for court and work internally within the office with prosecutors and staff on a multitude of matters.  As third year law students, the same law clerks are then assigned a caseload of low-level criminal prosecutions to learn litigation and hone courtroom skills.  As such, they are highly sought by prosecutor offices around the state after they graduate and pass the Bar.

Current Marion County District Attorney Paige Clarkson, Chief Deputy District Attorney Brendan Murphy, Trial team Supervisor Dave Wilson, and other DDAs within the office were all former law clerks. 

The Marion County District Attorney’s Office employs approximately 30 lawyers who handle over 10,00 cases annually in Marion County. The District Attorney’s Office is responsible for seeking justice through promoting accountability for criminal offenders; interpreting, enforcing, and executing law; responding to the concerns of victims and the public; and working cooperatively with members of the justice system.

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Portland Doctor Sentenced To Prison In Hit And Run Death Of Woodburn Man - 05/13/26

State of Oregon v. Kenneth Kolarsky

Marion County Circuit Court Case 25CR25205

Salem, OR – May 12, 2026 –  Yesterday, Marion Circuit Court Judge Courtland Geyer sentenced Kenneth Kolarsky, age 59, to 13 months in the Department of Corrections and 36 months of Post-Prison Supervision. The conviction is based upon a guilty plea of Attempted Failure to Perform Duties of Driver to an Injured Person.

On the evening of December 26, 2024, Nicolas Hernandez-Mendoza was struck by a vehicle as he crossed North Pacific Highway near Williams Avenue in Woodburn, Oregon. Hernandez-Mendoza had activated the crosswalk safety lights as he began crossing the street and was hit by a vehicle operated by the defendant, Kolarsky.  Upon striking Hernandez-Mendoza, the defendant stopped the vehicle, drove around his unconscious body in the roadway, and then fled the scene.

Hernandez-Mendoza was transported to Salem Hospital where he was diagnosed with a fracture of the cervical vertebra and pelvic fractures.  He died during emergency surgery when surgeons were unable to stop his spleen from bleeding.

Woodburn Police Detectives requested and reviewed footage from dozens of nearby businesses and residences to establish the license plate number, make and model of the defendant’s vehicle. After further investigation and review of surveillance video, Kolarsky, who was an emergency room physician, can be seen entering his place of employment approximately 20 minutes after striking the decedent. He was on his way to work at Silverton Hospital from his residence in the Portland area on the night of the incident.

On May 17, 2025, after a considerable investigation, the defendant was arrested by Woodburn Police Officers.

Of note, the criminal charges at issue were limited to Kolarsky leaving the scene. There was insufficient evidence to conclude that the collision itself was the result of criminal activity.  

“Regardless of why the accident occurred, to leave a scene after striking someone with your vehicle is a callous disregard for human life” said Chief Deputy District Attorney Brendan Murphy. “That’s intolerable, and especially offensive when it is committed by a professional who takes an oath to ‘do no harm’”.

This case was prosecuted by Deputy District Attorney Tyler Hopkins. In addition to the incident itself, Hopkins pointed to defendant trying to repair his vehicle with cash, and his dishonesty in the investigation as additional justifications for an 18-month prison sentence. The defendant had no prior criminal history and had a presumptive prison sentence of 16-18 months in the Department of Corrections.

During his ruling, Judge Geyer acknowledged that the defendant left “a community member fallen and in the dark” and with an “absence of dignity.”    Judge Geyer imposed a downward durational departure and imposed 13 months with 26 months of post-prison supervision.  

The Marion County District Attorney’s Office wishes to acknowledge the Woodburn Police Department, and in particular Detectives Devoe and Ellis, along with Lieutenant Stewart, for their outstanding investigatory work.  Their partnership with other jurisdictions, both in and out of state, led to the resolution of this case.

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