February Calls For Service And Recap (Photo) - 03/04/26
Some highlights;
On 1/2/26, A Milwaukie Patrol Officer observed a male seated in a vehicle parked suspiciously in the Ardenwald neighborhood. The Officer contacted the male who had visible drug paraphernalia. Upon further investigation the Officer arrested the male for a number of charges and transported him to the Clackamas County Jail, subsequently following up on other related criminal activity after seizing a large quantity of narcotics, a stolen firearm and other contraband. On 2/20/26 - Michael K. Gregory, 55 was sentenced through the Clackamas County Circuit Court to 18 months in jail after a conviction for Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful possession of Meth and Unlawful possession of Fentanyl. He had been indicted prior on multiple other charges including delivery of a controlled substance.
On February 2nd, Milwaukie Officer responded to a local apartment complex on report of a male who had self-harmed. Officers arrived and located a significant amount of blood, and the person had exited their residence and walked toward a wooded area. Evening had overwhelmed the area, and conventional light was not sufficient to continue the search. and Officers reached out for search and rescue resources. After losing the trail into thick brush, Officers launched a thermal camera equipped Small Uncrewed Aircraft System (drone) and quickly located the person who had crawled deep into thick brush getting them to medical attention in serious condition.
On February 5, A Hillsboro man who sexually and physically abused a girl he met online was sentenced Tuesday to 42 years in prison by the Clackamas County Circuit Court. During a search of Winkelhake’s home, investigators found sexual paraphernalia and other items he used to abuse the girl. They discovered incriminating photos, internet history and written communication on his phone. Milwaukie Police search dog “Flora”, an Electronic Storage Device (ESD) K9 assisted in the search warrant for this case in support of @clackcosheriff investigators. Flora located several devices including one that was specifically hidden where investigators would not have located it, containing valuable evidence. Full story: https://www.clackamas.us/news/2026-02-04/hillsboro-man-who-sexually-physically-abused-girl-sentenced-to-42-years-in-prison K9 Flora was made possibly through a gift from the Milwaukie Public Safety Foundation.
On 2/6/26, Milwaukie Police was able to work with Clackamas County Dog Services to corral a loose Wolf hybrid dog which had been wandering in the Hector Campbell and Lake Rd. neighbohood(s) for several days. The Dog had not been aggressive toward people but was trying to attack other dogs and pets. Thank you to alert neighbors who kept tabs on his whereabouts updating us regularly to get him safely under wraps.
On 2/16/26, Traffic Officers conducted an informal traffic safety sting on King Road in the construction zone. While Officers reported most folks were driving responsibly, they still issued 18 citations with 26 violations and impounded 3 vehicles. Traffic Officers reported illegal cell phone usage as the number one violation.
On 2/20/26, Milwaukie Police were called to the intersection of SE Harrison St. and SE Railroad Ave. on report of a black sedan which was stuck on the train tracks. While enroute the unoccupied black Ford Mustang was struck by an Amtrak train. Witnesses reported that the Mustang was abandoned on the tracks by the driver, who had left the area. On 2/22/26, The driver of the black vehicle was identified and issued a criminal citation for failure to perform the duties of a driver with other charges under consideration as the investigation is ongoing. Milwaukie Police would like to thank the public for their assistance and tips on this incident.
*For clarity and as a safety public service message, the driver of this vehicle missed the turn for a local business driving onto the railroad tracks Eastbound as the tracks continue away from SE Harrison St. and the vehicle became stuck. When an accident like this occurs and the vehicle is stuck, do not try to remedy the situation yourself. It is imperative that the driver or a witness calls 911, and the driver or a witness looks quickly for the blue railroad sign posted at ALL railroad crossings. On the blue sign is a phone number and a rail crossing. The dispatcher on this line can stop rail traffic quickly. While this is also important for Trimet Max line crossings, Max trains can stop much quicker than large passenger or freight trains. Linked is railway safety public service announcement previously shared by Milwaukie Police in partnership with Operation Lifesaver.
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