Shooting On Bear Creek Greenway Leads To Swift Arrest -05/08/25

Medford, OR – On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at approximately 1:40 p.m., the Medford Police Department (MPD) received multiple reports of a shooting near the Bear Creek Greenway in the area of 8th Street. An MPD Community Service Officer (CSO), who was on the Greenway about one block away, heard the gunfire and quickly relayed information to responding officers.

Officers arrived within minutes and located the victim, an adult male, suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. MPD officers, Medford Fire personnel, and Mercy Flights medics provided immediate life-saving aid.

Based on witness accounts and the initial investigation, officers promptly obtained and broadcast a description of the suspect. Within 15 minutes, an MPD detective located the suspect walking near the Medford Center by Tinseltown Theater. He was detained without incident.

The suspect, identified as 38-year-old William K. Triplett, was interviewed by MPD detectives and later lodged at the Jackson County Jail on a charge of Assault in the First Degree.

The victim was initially transported to a local hospital and later airlifted to Portland for advanced medical care. He remains in critical condition. His name is being withheld at this time.

Preliminary findings indicate that the suspect and victim were acquainted and had been involved in a verbal dispute, which escalated into a physical confrontation and ultimately led to the shooting.

The area surrounding the crime scene was temporarily closed for evidence collection and was reopened around 8:00 p.m.

This remains an active investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact MPD. Reference MPD Case #25-7557

Medford Police Make Arrest In April 25 Homicide Investigation -04/30/25

Medford, OR – On Friday, April 25, 2025, at approximately 2:00 AM, Medford Police Department (MPD) officers responded to a report of a person down near the Lowe’s store located on Delta Waters Road. Upon arrival, officers discovered 36-year-old Rory James Pomeroy suffering from life-threatening traumatic injuries. He was treated at the scene and transported to a local hospital by Mercy Flights personnel.

Officers and detectives immediately began investigating the incident and quickly identified a possible suspect, who was located and detained in the vicinity. Both the victim and the suspect are believed to be experiencing homelessness and were staying in the area. However, due to insufficient evidence at the time, the suspect was interviewed and released later that day.

Later that same day, MPD was informed that Mr. Pomeroy had died from his injuries. A forensic autopsy was conducted by the Jackson County Medical Examiner’s Office on Monday, April 28, which determined the cause of death to be homicide.

On Tuesday, April 28, MPD detectives recovered what is believed to be the weapon used in the homicide from a nearby storm drain following a detailed search.

On Wednesday, April 30, at approximately 9:30AM, MPD detectives located and arrested the suspect, 34-year-old Christopher Shane Boyce, at a residence in the 5600-block of Upton Road in Central Point. Boyce will be lodged at the Jackson County Jail on charges of Murder in the Second Degree and Manslaughter in the First Degree. The case will be referred to the Jackson County District Attorney’s Office for prosecution.

This remains an active investigation. Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to contact the Medford Police Department.

Reference: Medford Police Case #25-6841

Media Contact:
Lieutenant Geoff Kirkpatrick
Medford Police Department
Phone: 541-774-2226
Email: gbkirkpatrick@cityofmedford.org

Vehicle Theft And Domestic Violence Suspect Apprehended After Eluding Law Enforcement (Photo) -04/29/25

On April 28, 2025, at approximately 3:50 PM, the Medford Police Department (MPD) responded to a reported disturbance at Jackson County Community Justice on W. Main St. Officers learned that a male suspect, identified as Alfred W. Mabrier, 47, had allegedly stolen a black Honda Civic from a female acquaintance following a domestic disturbance and fled the scene recklessly, causing multiple hit-and-run accidents.

A Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) deputy located the stolen vehicle traveling south on S. Pacific Highway in South Medford and attempted a traffic stop. Mabrier eluded the deputy at high speed, driving dangerously through South Medford, Phoenix, Talent, and into Ashland, where he rear-ended another vehicle and continued to flee. JCSO deputies terminated their pursuit as the vehicle entered Ashland.

Mabrier’s reckless driving ended in a crash at the intersection of Main and Maple Streets in Ashland. He fled on foot but was quickly apprehended by JCSO deputies and Ashland Police officers. He was transported to a local hospital for evaluation and medically cleared for custody.

Mabrier faces multiple charges from MPD and JCSO, including:

MPD Charges (Case 25-7014, Lodged):

• Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle
• Recklessly Endangering
• Assault IV (Domestic Violence)
• Harassment (Domestic Violence)
• Theft 1
• Reckless Driving
• Robbery 3
• Hit and Run (x2)
• Disorderly Conduct
• Detainer

JCSO Charges (Case 25-2262, Cited and Released):

• Eluding
• Reckless Driving
• Recklessly Endangering
• Hit and Run (x2, Felonies)
• Resisting Arrest

The Medford Police Department and Jackson County Sheriff’s Office commend the coordinated efforts of all responding agencies for safely apprehending the suspect. The investigation is ongoing.

Federal Prison Sentence For Bank Fraud Suspect Investigation Initiated By Medford Police (Photo) -04/23/25

On April 17, 2025, the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Oregon announced the sentencing of Florin George Ionita, 45, a California man, to 54 months in federal prison for his involvement in a bank fraud and aggravated identity theft scheme spanning from Medford, Oregon to Maine. The charges were the result of a joint investigation involving the Medford Police Department (MPD) and multiple federal and state law enforcement agencies. (See attached press release for details.)

MPD was first alerted to the crimes when local banks reported skimming devices found on ATMs within the city. A Detective quickly identified a pattern of similar crimes occurring nationwide, leading to the discovery that Ionita was behind the operation. This critical link between local incidents and nationwide fraud activities highlights the strength of MPD’s collaboration with federal partners, including Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), the U.S. Secret Service, and other law enforcement agencies across Oregon and Maine.

As a result of these combined efforts, Ionita was successfully apprehended and prosecuted for his role in stealing over $176,000 from victims. The MPD remains committed to protecting the community and emphasizing the importance of federal partnerships in addressing complex criminal activities. This case is a prime example of how collaborative efforts ensure that justice is served, and criminals are held accountable for their actions.

Seizures And Arrests Made In Multi-Agency Drug Trafficking Case (Photo) -04/14/25

Medford, OR- On Thursday, April 3, the Medford Area Drug and Gang Enforcement team (MADGE) served a search warrant as a residence on Ponderosa Way in Eagle Point., following a two-month investigation into cocaine distribution. The investigation was initiated after multiple community complaints were received.

During the warrant execution, investigators seized more than 100 grams of cocaine, eight firearms (including “ghost guns”), approximately $48,000 in cash, four vehicles, and one motorcycle. The two residents were taken into custody and lodged at the Jackson County jail.

Arrested:

• Ulysses Timothy Chappel III,  55 - Charged with Unlawful Possession, Delivery, and Manufacture of Cocaine. Also charged with Felon in Possession of a Firearm.
• Stacy Lyn Cramer, 52 - Charged with Unlawful Possession, Delivery, and Manufacture of Cocaine.

The MADGE team is a multi-jurisdictional narcotics task force that identifies, disrupts, and dismantles local, multi-state, and international drug trafficking organizations using an intelligence-driven, multi-agency prosecutor-support approach. MADGE is supported by the Oregon-Idaho High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA), which is composed of members from the Medford Police Department, Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, Eagle Point Police Department, Oregon State Police, the District Attorney’s Office, Parole and Probation, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and the FBI.

The Oregon-Idaho HIDTA program is an Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) -sponsored counterdrug grant program that coordinates with and provides funding resources to multi-agency drug enforcement initiatives, including MADGE. 

Reference Case # 25-5445