Reckless Driver Arrested. (Photo) -03/31/25

Milwaukie OR – On 3/30/25 at 11:08 PM, the Milwaukie Police were alerted to a reckless driver operating a silver sedan in an erratic manner. Witnesses reported the vehicle was speeding, running stop signals and navigating into oncoming traffic on SE HWY 224 in the area of SE Harrison St.

 

An MiPD Officer located a vehicle matching that description in that area and immediately observed unpredictable driving patterns including multiple traffic violations. The Officer attempted to stop the vehicle with lights and sirens. The driver, identified as Sharita J Martin, 38 of Portland, continued to operate the vehicle traveling a short distance into a business parking lot located in the 10800 Block of SE Oak Street. Several businesses were still open at this time and several employees and patrons were outside of those facilities.

 

Martin continued to drive through the parking lot in a circular pattern around a business switching directions multiple times. Additional Officers arrived and used a spike strip to attempt to deflate Martin’s tires with little effect. As Martin continued to drive in a circular pattern, Officers were able to stop the vehicle using a pursuit intervention technique (PIT) maneuver, and take Martin into custody. No one was injured in the incident.

After a medical evaluation, Martin was lodged at the Clackamas County Jail on a felony warrant for eluding police along with charges; Attempt to Elude a Police Officer, Reckless Driving, three counts of Reckless Endangering. An investigation into suspicion of DUII and criminally suspended driving is ongoing.  

 

The Milwaukie Police would like to thank community members for reporting this unsafe driving behavior. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Officer JD Smith at smithjd@milwaukieoregon.gov(link sends e-mail) MiPD case #25-1875

 

Reckless driver arrested. | City of Milwaukie Oregon Official Website

Driver Arrested For DUII, Hit And Run, Eluding Police (Photo) -03/30/25

Milwaukie Oregon- On 3/29/25 at approximately 9:05 PM, Milwaukie Officers were called to 6700 Block of SE Harmony Rd. on report of a two-vehicle accident. As Officers were enroute, witnesses reported that the vehicle responsible for the crash was leaving the area, while the second driver stayed at the scene. Officers located the fleeing vehicle near the intersection of SE Linwood Ave. and SE Harmony Rd. with heavy front-end damage.

 

The driver of the fleeing vehicle, later identified as Fredy Sales Cardona, 28 of Milwaukie, continued to drive the partially disabled car away from Officers who were actively attempting to stop him. In the parking lot of an apartment complex near the 12500 Block of SE Linwood Ave. Cardona struck a parked vehicle and was blocked in by the pursuing Police vehicles. Cardona exited his vehicle and began running away from Officers who quickly caught up and took him into custody.

 

Officers learned Cardona caused the initial crash, driving into the oncoming lane and striking the other involved motorist head-on. The victim of the hit and run crash was transported to a local hospital with significant but non life threatening injuries.    

 

Cardona was transported to the Clackamas County Jail on charges of; driving under the influence of intoxicants, hit and run – injury, hit and run – property, attempt to elude a police officer on foot, attempt to elude a police officer in vehicle. Additional charges are under investigation.

 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Officer Morton at mortonj@milwaukieoregon.gov MiPD case #25-1857

 

Driver arrested for DUII, hit and run, eluding police. | City of Milwaukie Oregon Official Website

Stolen Vehicle, Trailer Recovered. Police Car Rammed. (Photo) -03/12/25

Milwaukie Or – On 3/11/25 at approximately 8:40 PM, Officers were called to the Milwaukie Market Place near the 10900 block of SE Oak St. on report of a stolen vehicle in the area. Milwaukie Police had been alerted by a vehicle security service who provided the location via a tracking device.

 

Upon arrival, Officers observed the Toyota Tacoma to be occupied by two subjects and have an attached enclosed utility trailer which was backed up to a loading dock. Officers attempted a tactic called pinning where a patrol car or multiple patrol cars are positioned in contact or close proximity with the suspect’s vehicle. This tactic reduces the suspects ability to become mobile and to try and limit a potential vehicle pursuit.  In this case, there was no ability to pin the rear of the trailer, and the driver immediately backed up and created enough space to attempt a getaway.

 

An Officer had positioned their patrol vehicle in front of the Toyota giving commands to the driver, standing between their patrol car and the wall of the building. The suspect then drove forward and rammed the patrol car in an attempt to flee. The Officer was able to get back into their vehicle, narrowly avoiding being hurt or struck by the suspect’s vehicle. Another officer who was on scene was able to push the Toyota against the curb and effectively immobilize the Toyota. 

 

The driver and suspect of the stolen vehicle and trailer was taken into custody without further incident, however, he was in possession of a spring activated folding knife. During a search, a realistic looking replica glock brand pistol was located in the Toyota and upon further investigation, it was discovered the trailer was also stolen. No Officers or suspects were injured in the event and there is no ongoing threats to the community.

 

Brian Peoples, 47 of Clackamas, was lodged at the Clackamas County Jail on charges of Possession of a stolen vehicle, attempt to elude a police officer, possession of methamphetamine, possession of a restricted weapon by a felon.

 

If you have additional information about this theft or incident contact the Milwaukie Police, police@milwaukieoregon.gov case #25-1506

 

Stolen vehicle and trailer recovered, police car rammed. | City of Milwaukie Oregon Official Website

Former Member Of The Milwaukie Police Department Criminally Charged -03/08/25

The Milwaukie Police Department has been made aware that a former member of our agency, Jon Foreman, has been indicted by a Clackamas County Grand Jury on criminal charges.

 

These allegations are deeply troubling. As a department dedicated to community safety, accountability, and respect, we hold ourselves to the highest professional and ethical standards. Any conduct that violates the law is entirely unacceptable and does not reflect the values of our membership, who strive to serve the Milwaukie community with distinction.

 

The Milwaukie Police Department remains committed to full cooperation with the ongoing legal process. As this is an active investigation, we are unable to provide additional comment at this time.

 

For inquiries related to the investigation, please contact the Clackamas County District Attorney’s Office.

 

 

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Former member of the Milwaukie Police Department criminally charged. | City of Milwaukie Oregon Official Website