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Fatal Crash - Highway 30 - Columbia County - 03/04/26

Correction: Corrections in italics in original release below.

 

OSP regrets the number of corrections related to this incident and any distress these errors have caused the involved families to experience. We are always working on process improvement to keep our news releases free from error.

 

Columbia County, Ore (March 2, 2026)- On Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 5:39 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a three-vehicle crash on Highway 30, near milepost 64, in Columbia County.


The preliminary investigation indicated an eastbound Indian Chieftan motorcycle, operated by Nick Anthony Verne (32) of Kalama (WA), was negotiating a sweeping right hand turn when it crossed the centerline into the westbound lane and sideswiped a westbound Toyota Rav4, operated by Kenneth Edward Uphoff (73) of Ocean Park (WA), before striking a westbound Toyota 4Runner, operated by Elliette Michelle Vasaquez (32) of Astoria, head-on.

 

The operator of the Indian motorcycle (Verne) was declared deceased at the scene.

 

The operator of the Toyota 4Runner (E. Vasquez) and passenger, Michael Evaristo Vasquez (60) of Astoria, suffered reported minor injuries and were transported to an area medical center.

 

The operator of the Toyota Rav4 (Uphoff) was reportedly uninjured.

 

The highway was impacted for approximately four hours during the on-scene investigation. 

 

OSP was assisted by the Columbia County Sheriff's Office, Rainier Police Department, Columbia River Fire and Rescue, and ODOT.

 

 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

Fatal Crash - Highway 30 - Columbia County - 03/04/26

Correction: Corrections in italics in original release below.

 

OSP regrets the number of corrections related to this incident and any distress these errors have caused the involved families to experience. We are always working on process improvement to keep our news releases free from error.

 

Columbia County, Ore (March 2, 2026)- On Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 5:39 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a three-vehicle crash on Highway 30, near milepost 64, in Columbia County.


The preliminary investigation indicated an eastbound Indian Chieftan motorcycle, operated by Nick Anthony Verne (32) of Kalama (WA), was negotiating a sweeping right hand turn when it crossed the centerline into the westbound lane and sideswiped a westbound Toyota Rav4, operated by Kenneth Edward Uphoff (73) of Ocean Park (WA), before striking a westbound Toyota 4Runner, operated by Elliette Michelle Vasaquez (32) of Astoria, head-on.

 

The operator of the Indian motorcycle (Verne) was declared deceased at the scene.

 

The operator of the Toyota 4Runner (E. Vasquez) and passenger, Michael Evaristo Vasquez (60) of Astoria, suffered reported minor injuries and were transported to an area medical center.

 

The operator of the Toyota Rav4 (Uphoff) was reportedly uninjured.

 

The highway was impacted for approximately four hours during the on-scene investigation. 

 

OSP was assisted by the Columbia County Sheriff's Office, Rainier Police Department, Columbia River Fire and Rescue, and ODOT.

 

 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

Fatal Crash - Highway 22 - Polk County - 02/24/26

Polk County, Ore. (Feb. 24, 2026) - On Monday, February 23, 2026, at 9:51 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Highway 22, at the intersection with Highway 51, in Polk County.

 

The preliminary investigation indicated a westbound Salem-Keizer Thomas school bus, operated by Chandra Jean Milkovich-Howard (33) of Turner, attempted a left turn onto southbound Highway 51. The school bus entered the path of an eastbound Honda Pilot, operated by Luke Richard Brittan (68) of Independence, causing a head-on crash.

 

The operator of the Honda (Brittan) was declared deceased at the scene.

 

The operator of the Thomas school bus (Milkovich-Howard) suffered reported minor injuries and was transported to an area hospital

 

The school bus was occupied by 2 adults and 30 students. One student suffered a reported minor injury and was transported to an area hospital.

 

The highway was impacted for approximately four hours during the on-scene investigation. An unsafe left turn is considered the primary cause of the collision. The Thomas operator was issued a citation for the unsafe left turn. The investigtion is on-going and will be forwarded to the district attorney when complete for consideration.

 

OSP was assisted by the Polk County Sheriff's Office and ODOT.

 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

Fatal Crash - Highway 22 - Polk County - 02/24/26

Polk County, Ore. (Feb. 24, 2026) - On Monday, February 23, 2026, at 9:51 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Highway 22, at the intersection with Highway 51, in Polk County.

 

The preliminary investigation indicated a westbound Salem-Keizer Thomas school bus, operated by Chandra Jean Milkovich-Howard (33) of Turner, attempted a left turn onto southbound Highway 51. The school bus entered the path of an eastbound Honda Pilot, operated by Luke Richard Brittan (68) of Independence, causing a head-on crash.

 

The operator of the Honda (Brittan) was declared deceased at the scene.

 

The operator of the Thomas school bus (Milkovich-Howard) suffered reported minor injuries and was transported to an area hospital

 

The school bus was occupied by 2 adults and 30 students. One student suffered a reported minor injury and was transported to an area hospital.

 

The highway was impacted for approximately four hours during the on-scene investigation. An unsafe left turn is considered the primary cause of the collision. The Thomas operator was issued a citation for the unsafe left turn. The investigtion is on-going and will be forwarded to the district attorney when complete for consideration.

 

OSP was assisted by the Polk County Sheriff's Office and ODOT.

 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

Fatal Crash – Interstate 5 – Lane County - 02/19/26

LANE COUNTY, Ore. (19 February 2026) – On Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 12:56 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single-vehicle fatal crash on Interstate 5 near milepost 167 in Lane County.

 

The preliminary investigation indicated a silver Honda Odyssey, operated by Leyla Ann Ayers (24) of Cottage Grove, was traveling southbound on I-5 near Cottage Grove when it left the right shoulder of the roadway for unknown reasons. The vehicle struck the roadside embankment and overturned, ejecting the driver. The vehicle came to an uncontrolled stop, partially blocking the highway.

 

The operator (Ayers) was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries. On February 17, 2026, OSP was notified by hospital staff that Ayers had died from injuries sustained during the crash.

 

The highway remained open during the on-scene investigation.

 

Alcohol is believed to be a contributing factor in the crash.

 

OSP was assisted by South Lane Fire and Rescue, Taylor’s Towing, and the Oregon Department of Transportation.


 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in documenting, investigating, and analyzing complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in using advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR-accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

Fatal Crash – Interstate 5 – Lane County - 02/19/26

LANE COUNTY, Ore. (19 February 2026) – On Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 12:56 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single-vehicle fatal crash on Interstate 5 near milepost 167 in Lane County.

 

The preliminary investigation indicated a silver Honda Odyssey, operated by Leyla Ann Ayers (24) of Cottage Grove, was traveling southbound on I-5 near Cottage Grove when it left the right shoulder of the roadway for unknown reasons. The vehicle struck the roadside embankment and overturned, ejecting the driver. The vehicle came to an uncontrolled stop, partially blocking the highway.

 

The operator (Ayers) was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries. On February 17, 2026, OSP was notified by hospital staff that Ayers had died from injuries sustained during the crash.

 

The highway remained open during the on-scene investigation.

 

Alcohol is believed to be a contributing factor in the crash.

 

OSP was assisted by South Lane Fire and Rescue, Taylor’s Towing, and the Oregon Department of Transportation.


 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in documenting, investigating, and analyzing complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in using advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR-accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

UPDATE: Arrest Made ** OSP Seeks Information Regarding Road Rage Incident In Marion County - 02/19/26

UPDATE: Arrests made in road rage shooting incident. 

 

Oregon State Police have made two arrests related to a road rage shooting incident that occurred on June 27, 2025. On February 17, 2026, OSP detectives arrested Malachi Martinez-Sligar (22) of Salem on a warrant for the charges of Attempted Murder, Attempted Assault I, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Recklessly Endangering, and Reckless Driving.

 

On February 19, 2026, detectives arrested Aedyn Michael Williamson (18) of Philomath on an arrest warrant for the charges of Attempted Murder, Attempted Assault I, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and Recklessly Endangering.
 

Both suspects were lodged at the Marion County Jail.

 

No additional information is available for release at this time. 

 

 

MARION COUNTY, Ore. (June 27, 2025) – At approximately 12:21 a.m. on June 27, 2025, Oregon State Police responded to a reported road rage incident on Interstate 5 southbound, between mileposts 265 and 263, in Marion County.

 

The incident involved a 2010 black Nissan Maxima and a sport utility vehicle resembling a 2008–2011 Dodge Journey, lighter in color, possibly gold or silver. Both vehicles were reportedly traveling in the far left and middle lanes at various points during the altercation.


During the altercation, the right-front passenger in the Dodge Journey discharged a firearm at the Nissan Maxima, striking the vehicle’s rear driver-side quarter panel multiple times. The shooter was reportedly wearing a ski mask. No injuries were reported.
 

The Dodge Journey was last seen exiting I-5 south at milepost 263 in an unknown direction.

There is not believed to be an ongoing threat to the public.  


OSP is asking for the public’s assistance in gathering information related to this case. If you have any information, please contact Detective Kelly Lorence through the Northern Command Center dispatch at 800-442-0776 or *OSP (*677) from a mobile phone. Please reference case number SP25-317802.

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About the Oregon State Police
The Oregon State Police (OSP) is a multi-disciplined organization that safeguards Oregon’s people, wildlife, and natural resources. OSP enforces traffic laws, investigates crimes, performs postmortem examinations and forensic analyses, conducts background checks, and manages law enforcement data. The agency also regulates gaming and enforces laws related to fish, wildlife, and natural resources. OSP includes more than 1,400 employees—troopers, investigators, and professional staff—delivering comprehensive public safety services to Oregon and supporting law enforcement partners statewide.

UPDATE: Arrest Made ** OSP Seeks Information Regarding Road Rage Incident In Marion County - 02/19/26

UPDATE: Arrests made in road rage shooting incident. 

 

Oregon State Police have made two arrests related to a road rage shooting incident that occurred on June 27, 2025. On February 17, 2026, OSP detectives arrested Malachi Martinez-Sligar (22) of Salem on a warrant for the charges of Attempted Murder, Attempted Assault I, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Recklessly Endangering, and Reckless Driving.

 

On February 19, 2026, detectives arrested Aedyn Michael Williamson (18) of Philomath on an arrest warrant for the charges of Attempted Murder, Attempted Assault I, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and Recklessly Endangering.
 

Both suspects were lodged at the Marion County Jail.

 

No additional information is available for release at this time. 

 

 

MARION COUNTY, Ore. (June 27, 2025) – At approximately 12:21 a.m. on June 27, 2025, Oregon State Police responded to a reported road rage incident on Interstate 5 southbound, between mileposts 265 and 263, in Marion County.

 

The incident involved a 2010 black Nissan Maxima and a sport utility vehicle resembling a 2008–2011 Dodge Journey, lighter in color, possibly gold or silver. Both vehicles were reportedly traveling in the far left and middle lanes at various points during the altercation.


During the altercation, the right-front passenger in the Dodge Journey discharged a firearm at the Nissan Maxima, striking the vehicle’s rear driver-side quarter panel multiple times. The shooter was reportedly wearing a ski mask. No injuries were reported.
 

The Dodge Journey was last seen exiting I-5 south at milepost 263 in an unknown direction.

There is not believed to be an ongoing threat to the public.  


OSP is asking for the public’s assistance in gathering information related to this case. If you have any information, please contact Detective Kelly Lorence through the Northern Command Center dispatch at 800-442-0776 or *OSP (*677) from a mobile phone. Please reference case number SP25-317802.

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About the Oregon State Police
The Oregon State Police (OSP) is a multi-disciplined organization that safeguards Oregon’s people, wildlife, and natural resources. OSP enforces traffic laws, investigates crimes, performs postmortem examinations and forensic analyses, conducts background checks, and manages law enforcement data. The agency also regulates gaming and enforces laws related to fish, wildlife, and natural resources. OSP includes more than 1,400 employees—troopers, investigators, and professional staff—delivering comprehensive public safety services to Oregon and supporting law enforcement partners statewide.

Fatal Crash – Highway 101 – Coos County - 02/19/26

COOS COUNTY, Ore. (19 February 2026) – On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 6:09 a.m., the Oregon State Police responded to a three-vehicle fatal crash on Highway 101 near milepost 223 in Coos County.

 

The preliminary investigation indicated a white Ford F-150 towing a flatbed trailer, operated by Matthew Rafael Gonzalez (30) of St. George, Utah, was traveling northbound on Hwy. 101 near Lakeside when it struck black ice. The operator lost control, struck the guardrail, crossed into the southbound lane, and collided with a tan Chevy Tracker operated by James Ervin Bramhall (64) of Lakeside. A blue Dodge 1500 pickup, operated by John Paul Burgmeier (24) of Coos Bay, then rear-ended the flatbed, also due to black ice on the roadway.

 

The operator of the Chevy Tracker (Bramhall) was declared deceased at the scene.

 

The operator of the Ford F-150 (Gonzalez) had reported minor injuries.

 

The operator of the Dodge 1500 (Burgmeier) was reportedly not injured.

 

The highway was impacted for approximately 3.5 hours during the on-scene investigation.

 

OSP was assisted by the Lakeside Fire Department, Houser Fire Department, Winchester Bay Fire Department, Lower Umpqua Ambulance, and the Oregon Department of Transportation.


 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in documenting, investigating, and analyzing complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in using advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR-accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

Fatal Crash – Highway 101 – Coos County - 02/19/26

COOS COUNTY, Ore. (19 February 2026) – On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 6:09 a.m., the Oregon State Police responded to a three-vehicle fatal crash on Highway 101 near milepost 223 in Coos County.

 

The preliminary investigation indicated a white Ford F-150 towing a flatbed trailer, operated by Matthew Rafael Gonzalez (30) of St. George, Utah, was traveling northbound on Hwy. 101 near Lakeside when it struck black ice. The operator lost control, struck the guardrail, crossed into the southbound lane, and collided with a tan Chevy Tracker operated by James Ervin Bramhall (64) of Lakeside. A blue Dodge 1500 pickup, operated by John Paul Burgmeier (24) of Coos Bay, then rear-ended the flatbed, also due to black ice on the roadway.

 

The operator of the Chevy Tracker (Bramhall) was declared deceased at the scene.

 

The operator of the Ford F-150 (Gonzalez) had reported minor injuries.

 

The operator of the Dodge 1500 (Burgmeier) was reportedly not injured.

 

The highway was impacted for approximately 3.5 hours during the on-scene investigation.

 

OSP was assisted by the Lakeside Fire Department, Houser Fire Department, Winchester Bay Fire Department, Lower Umpqua Ambulance, and the Oregon Department of Transportation.


 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in documenting, investigating, and analyzing complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in using advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR-accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

UPDATE: Arrest Made In 2024 Fatal Crash ** Fatal Crash - HWY 97 - Klamath County - 02/13/26

UPDATE: Earlier today, Desiree Danielle Johnson, 35, was arrested by the Florida Caribbean Regional Fugitive Task Force (FCRFTF) in Pinellas Park, Florida, on a nationwide felony warrant out of Klamath County related to a fatal crash on Highway 97 near milepost 174 on February 29, 2024.
 

Oregon State Police requested the assistance of the U.S. Marshals Service in apprehending Johnson, who failed to appear for court. Charges stemming from the 2024 crash include criminally negligent homicide, second-degree assault, and reckless driving.


Johnson is being held at the Pinellas County Jail awaiting extradition to Oregon.

 

 

Klamath County, Ore. 29 Feb. 24- On Thursday, February 29, 2024, at 10:02 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Hwy-97, near milepost 174, in Klamath County.


The preliminary investigation indicated a southbound Peterbilt CMV and trailer, operated by Desiree Danielle Johnson (34) of St. Petersburg (FL), when it lost control and jackknifed in the roadway. The Peterbilt spun and crossed into the path of a northbound Honda Pilot, operated by Elise Adair Farrens (37) of La Pine, where the Honda struck the CMV trailer.


The operator of the Honda (Farrens) was declared deceased at the scene. A passenger in the Honda, Daviana Marie Trussell (23) of La Pine, was transported to the hospital with critical injuries.  Trussell, who was pregnant, tragically suffered the loss of her child due to injuries sustained during the crash.


The operator of the Peterbilt (Johnson) reportedly suffered minor injuries.


The highway was impacted for approximately 3.5 hours during the on-scene investigation. The investigation is ongoing at this time.


OSP was assisted by the Deschutes County Sheriff's Department, Crescent Fire, and ODOT.

 

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About the Oregon State Police
Oregon State Police (OSP) is a multi-disciplined organization that is charged with protecting the people, wildlife, and natural resources in Oregon. OSP enforces traffic laws on the state’s roadways, investigates and solves crime, conducts postmortem examinations and forensic analysis, and provides background checks, and law enforcement data. The agency regulates gaming and enforces fish, wildlife, and natural resource laws. OSP is comprised of more than 1,400 staff members – including troopers, investigators, and professional staff – who provide a full range of policing and public safety services to Oregon and other law enforcement agencies throughout Oregon.

UPDATE: Arrest Made In 2024 Fatal Crash ** Fatal Crash - HWY 97 - Klamath County - 02/13/26

UPDATE: Earlier today, Desiree Danielle Johnson, 35, was arrested by the Florida Caribbean Regional Fugitive Task Force (FCRFTF) in Pinellas Park, Florida, on a nationwide felony warrant out of Klamath County related to a fatal crash on Highway 97 near milepost 174 on February 29, 2024.
 

Oregon State Police requested the assistance of the U.S. Marshals Service in apprehending Johnson, who failed to appear for court. Charges stemming from the 2024 crash include criminally negligent homicide, second-degree assault, and reckless driving.


Johnson is being held at the Pinellas County Jail awaiting extradition to Oregon.

 

 

Klamath County, Ore. 29 Feb. 24- On Thursday, February 29, 2024, at 10:02 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Hwy-97, near milepost 174, in Klamath County.


The preliminary investigation indicated a southbound Peterbilt CMV and trailer, operated by Desiree Danielle Johnson (34) of St. Petersburg (FL), when it lost control and jackknifed in the roadway. The Peterbilt spun and crossed into the path of a northbound Honda Pilot, operated by Elise Adair Farrens (37) of La Pine, where the Honda struck the CMV trailer.


The operator of the Honda (Farrens) was declared deceased at the scene. A passenger in the Honda, Daviana Marie Trussell (23) of La Pine, was transported to the hospital with critical injuries.  Trussell, who was pregnant, tragically suffered the loss of her child due to injuries sustained during the crash.


The operator of the Peterbilt (Johnson) reportedly suffered minor injuries.


The highway was impacted for approximately 3.5 hours during the on-scene investigation. The investigation is ongoing at this time.


OSP was assisted by the Deschutes County Sheriff's Department, Crescent Fire, and ODOT.

 

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About the Oregon State Police
Oregon State Police (OSP) is a multi-disciplined organization that is charged with protecting the people, wildlife, and natural resources in Oregon. OSP enforces traffic laws on the state’s roadways, investigates and solves crime, conducts postmortem examinations and forensic analysis, and provides background checks, and law enforcement data. The agency regulates gaming and enforces fish, wildlife, and natural resource laws. OSP is comprised of more than 1,400 staff members – including troopers, investigators, and professional staff – who provide a full range of policing and public safety services to Oregon and other law enforcement agencies throughout Oregon.

Fatal Crash – Interstate 205 – Clackamas County - 02/12/26

CLACKAMAS COUNTY, Ore. (12 Feb. 2026) – On Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, at 7:10 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a three-vehicle fatal crash on Interstate 205 near milepost 6 in Clackamas County.

 

The preliminary investigation indicated the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office had been in pursuit of a white 2002 Lexus, operated by Douglas Richard York (54) of Crooked River Ranch, on I-205 southbound near West Linn. The sheriff’s office had been attempting to stop the vehicle for a speeding violation. While continuing southbound, the Lexus rear-ended a gray Volkswagen Golf operated by Christian James Coerper (34) of Oregon City. The Lexus then lost control, rolled over, and York was ejected from the vehicle. York was subsequently struck by a gray Toyota Corolla operated by Maya Rose Shaw (31) of Sherwood.

 

The operator of the Lexus (York) was pronounced deceased at the scene.

 

The highway was impacted for approximately four hours during the on-scene investigation. OSP was assisted by the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office and the Oregon Department of Transportation.

 

York was later identified as the subject of a statewide felony warrant and statewide BOLO from earlier in the day. Questions related to the pursuit should be directed to the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office. OSP is the investigating agency for the fatal crash.
 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in documenting, investigating, and analyzing complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in using advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR-accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

Fatal Crash – Interstate 205 – Clackamas County - 02/12/26

CLACKAMAS COUNTY, Ore. (12 Feb. 2026) – On Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, at 7:10 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a three-vehicle fatal crash on Interstate 205 near milepost 6 in Clackamas County.

 

The preliminary investigation indicated the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office had been in pursuit of a white 2002 Lexus, operated by Douglas Richard York (54) of Crooked River Ranch, on I-205 southbound near West Linn. The sheriff’s office had been attempting to stop the vehicle for a speeding violation. While continuing southbound, the Lexus rear-ended a gray Volkswagen Golf operated by Christian James Coerper (34) of Oregon City. The Lexus then lost control, rolled over, and York was ejected from the vehicle. York was subsequently struck by a gray Toyota Corolla operated by Maya Rose Shaw (31) of Sherwood.

 

The operator of the Lexus (York) was pronounced deceased at the scene.

 

The highway was impacted for approximately four hours during the on-scene investigation. OSP was assisted by the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office and the Oregon Department of Transportation.

 

York was later identified as the subject of a statewide felony warrant and statewide BOLO from earlier in the day. Questions related to the pursuit should be directed to the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office. OSP is the investigating agency for the fatal crash.
 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in documenting, investigating, and analyzing complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in using advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR-accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

Fatal Crash - Highway 30 - Columbia County - 02/10/26

Columbia County, Ore. (Feb. 10, 2026)- On Monday, February 9, 2026, at 6:54 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Highway 30, near milepost 51, in Columbia County.

 

The preliminary investigation indicated an eastbound Chevrolet Tahoe, operated by Lorenza Gaspar-Mateo (34) of Longview (WA), crossed into the westbound lane and struck a westbound Subaru Crosstrek, operated by Alissa Jenay Jarvis (23) of Astoria, head-on.

 

The operator of the Chevrolet (Gaspar-Mateo) was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries.

 

The operator of the Subaru (Jarvis) was declared deceased at the scene.

 

The highway was impacted for approximately five hours during the on-scene investigation. Impairment and lane safety are considered primary contributors to the crash.

 

OSP was assisted by the Columbia County Sheriff's Office, Columbia River Fire, and ODOT.

 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

Fatal Crash - Highway 30 - Columbia County - 02/10/26

Columbia County, Ore. (Feb. 10, 2026)- On Monday, February 9, 2026, at 6:54 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Highway 30, near milepost 51, in Columbia County.

 

The preliminary investigation indicated an eastbound Chevrolet Tahoe, operated by Lorenza Gaspar-Mateo (34) of Longview (WA), crossed into the westbound lane and struck a westbound Subaru Crosstrek, operated by Alissa Jenay Jarvis (23) of Astoria, head-on.

 

The operator of the Chevrolet (Gaspar-Mateo) was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries.

 

The operator of the Subaru (Jarvis) was declared deceased at the scene.

 

The highway was impacted for approximately five hours during the on-scene investigation. Impairment and lane safety are considered primary contributors to the crash.

 

OSP was assisted by the Columbia County Sheriff's Office, Columbia River Fire, and ODOT.

 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

Fatal Crash - Highway 97 - Jefferson County - 02/10/26

Jefferson County, Ore. (Feb. 9, 2026)- On Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 4:01 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Highway 97, near milepost 102, in Jefferson County.

 

The preliminary investigation indicated a northbound Subaru Forester, operated by Aaron Lee Bottorff (51) of La Grande, crossed into the southbound lane for unknown reasons and struck a southbound Jeep Cherokee, operated by Brayan Gonzalez Celestino (34) of Bend, head-on. 

 

The operator of the Subaru (Bottorff) was declared deceased at the scene.

 

The operator of the Jeep (Gonzalez Celestino) reportedly suffered minor injuries and was transported to an area hospital.

 

The highway was impacted for approximately three hours during the on-scene investigation. 

 

OSP was assisted by the Jefferson County Sheriff's office, Jefferson County Fire, and ODOT.

 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

Fatal Crash - Highway 97 - Jefferson County - 02/10/26

Jefferson County, Ore. (Feb. 9, 2026)- On Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 4:01 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Highway 97, near milepost 102, in Jefferson County.

 

The preliminary investigation indicated a northbound Subaru Forester, operated by Aaron Lee Bottorff (51) of La Grande, crossed into the southbound lane for unknown reasons and struck a southbound Jeep Cherokee, operated by Brayan Gonzalez Celestino (34) of Bend, head-on. 

 

The operator of the Subaru (Bottorff) was declared deceased at the scene.

 

The operator of the Jeep (Gonzalez Celestino) reportedly suffered minor injuries and was transported to an area hospital.

 

The highway was impacted for approximately three hours during the on-scene investigation. 

 

OSP was assisted by the Jefferson County Sheriff's office, Jefferson County Fire, and ODOT.

 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

Fatal Crash - Highway 58 - Lane County - 02/09/26

Lane County, Ore. (Feb. 9, 2026)- On Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 1:29 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single-vehicle crash on Highway 58, near milepost 40, in Lane County.

 

The preliminary investigation indicated an eastbound Toyota Tacoma, operated by Anais Spring Rowell (25) of Oakridge, left the roadway for unknown reasons and struck a tree head-on.

 

The operator of the Toyota (Rowell) and passenger, Malia Kana Malo (24) of Oakridge, were declared deceased at the scene. Neither occupant were wearing a seatbelt.

 

The highway was not impacted during the on-scene investigation.

 

OSP was assisted by Oakridge Fire and ODOT.

 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

Fatal Crash - Highway 58 - Lane County - 02/09/26

Lane County, Ore. (Feb. 9, 2026)- On Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 1:29 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single-vehicle crash on Highway 58, near milepost 40, in Lane County.

 

The preliminary investigation indicated an eastbound Toyota Tacoma, operated by Anais Spring Rowell (25) of Oakridge, left the roadway for unknown reasons and struck a tree head-on.

 

The operator of the Toyota (Rowell) and passenger, Malia Kana Malo (24) of Oakridge, were declared deceased at the scene. Neither occupant were wearing a seatbelt.

 

The highway was not impacted during the on-scene investigation.

 

OSP was assisted by Oakridge Fire and ODOT.

 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

UPDATE: Fatal Crash – Interstate 5 – Jackson County - 02/09/26

UPDATE: OSP is asking for any potential witnesses or anyone with information to contact OSP Dispatch at 800-442-2068 or dial *OSP (*677) from a mobile phone. Please reference case number SP26-035245. Investigators believe the pedestrian (Byam) was struck sometime between 9:45 p.m. on January 30, 2026, and 7:20 a.m. on January 31, 2026.

 

 

JACKSON COUNTY, Ore. (Feb. 2, 2026) – On Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 7:20 a.m., the Oregon State Police responded to a report of a person down on the northbound shoulder of Interstate 5 near the Exit 24 on ramp.

 

The preliminary investigation indicated the pedestrian, Anthony Jonathan Byam (34) of Phoenix, had been struck by a vehicle that did not stop. Byam was declared deceased at the scene. 

An investigation into the hit-and-run crash is ongoing.  

 

The highway was not impacted during the on-scene investigation.

OSP was assisted by the Jackson County Fire District and the Oregon Department of Transportation.

  
 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in documenting, investigating, and analyzing complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in using advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR-accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

UPDATE: Fatal Crash – Interstate 5 – Jackson County - 02/09/26

UPDATE: OSP is asking for any potential witnesses or anyone with information to contact OSP Dispatch at 800-442-2068 or dial *OSP (*677) from a mobile phone. Please reference case number SP26-035245. Investigators believe the pedestrian (Byam) was struck sometime between 9:45 p.m. on January 30, 2026, and 7:20 a.m. on January 31, 2026.

 

 

JACKSON COUNTY, Ore. (Feb. 2, 2026) – On Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 7:20 a.m., the Oregon State Police responded to a report of a person down on the northbound shoulder of Interstate 5 near the Exit 24 on ramp.

 

The preliminary investigation indicated the pedestrian, Anthony Jonathan Byam (34) of Phoenix, had been struck by a vehicle that did not stop. Byam was declared deceased at the scene. 

An investigation into the hit-and-run crash is ongoing.  

 

The highway was not impacted during the on-scene investigation.

OSP was assisted by the Jackson County Fire District and the Oregon Department of Transportation.

  
 

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in documenting, investigating, and analyzing complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in using advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR-accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

Officer Involved Shooting – Grants Pass - 02/07/26

Grants Pass, Ore. (Feb. 7, 2026) – On Saturday, February 7, 2026, at approximately 12:30 p.m., officers from the Grants Pass Police Department responded to multiple 911 calls reporting a female in the roadway at Grants Pass Parkway and M Street, firing handguns.

 

Officers arrived on scene and began giving verbal commands for the female to drop the gun, which were ignored. Officers fired their department-issued firearms and struck the female. She was transported to Three Rivers Medical Center, where she was identified as Alicia Shelton, 43, of Grants Pass. Shelton was pronounced deceased at the hospital.

 

There were no other reported injuries.

 

The Josephine County Major Crimes Team was activated, and the Oregon State Police were tasked with leading the investigation. The Oregon State Police Crime Lab responded and processed the scene. The investigation is ongoing.

 

As per standard protocol, the involved officers will be placed on paid leave during the investigation. Future updates will be provided by the Josephine County District Attorney’s Office.

 

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About the Oregon State Police

Oregon State Police (OSP) is a multi-disciplined organization that is charged with protecting the people, wildlife, and natural resources in Oregon. OSP enforces traffic laws on the state’s roadways, investigates and solves crime, conducts postmortem examinations and forensic analysis, and provides background checks, and law enforcement data. The agency regulates gaming and enforces fish, wildlife, and natural resource laws. OSP is comprised of more than 1,400 staff members – including troopers, investigators, and professional staff – who provide a full range of policing and public safety services to Oregon and other law enforcement agencies throughout Oregon.

Officer Involved Shooting – Grants Pass - 02/07/26

Grants Pass, Ore. (Feb. 7, 2026) – On Saturday, February 7, 2026, at approximately 12:30 p.m., officers from the Grants Pass Police Department responded to multiple 911 calls reporting a female in the roadway at Grants Pass Parkway and M Street, firing handguns.

 

Officers arrived on scene and began giving verbal commands for the female to drop the gun, which were ignored. Officers fired their department-issued firearms and struck the female. She was transported to Three Rivers Medical Center, where she was identified as Alicia Shelton, 43, of Grants Pass. Shelton was pronounced deceased at the hospital.

 

There were no other reported injuries.

 

The Josephine County Major Crimes Team was activated, and the Oregon State Police were tasked with leading the investigation. The Oregon State Police Crime Lab responded and processed the scene. The investigation is ongoing.

 

As per standard protocol, the involved officers will be placed on paid leave during the investigation. Future updates will be provided by the Josephine County District Attorney’s Office.

 

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About the Oregon State Police

Oregon State Police (OSP) is a multi-disciplined organization that is charged with protecting the people, wildlife, and natural resources in Oregon. OSP enforces traffic laws on the state’s roadways, investigates and solves crime, conducts postmortem examinations and forensic analysis, and provides background checks, and law enforcement data. The agency regulates gaming and enforces fish, wildlife, and natural resource laws. OSP is comprised of more than 1,400 staff members – including troopers, investigators, and professional staff – who provide a full range of policing and public safety services to Oregon and other law enforcement agencies throughout Oregon.