FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: March 23, 2026  

Salem Police Investigate Stabbing Incident; Suspect Arrested 

SALEM, Ore. -- On March 20, 2026, at approximately 10:23 p.m., officers responded to reports of a disturbance and fight in a parking lot in the 3200 block of Liberty Rd S. 

Upon arrival, officers contacted the involved parties, Jason Alberts, 45, of Salem, and a 19-year-old man with multiple injuries, including apparent stab wounds. The injured man was transported to Salem Hospital, where he was treated for life-threatening injuries. Alberts was detained at the scene. 

It was determined through interviews and evidence that prior to the fight, the victim was yelling and damaging property in the area before he was confronted by Alberts and the two fought. 

Detectives from the Violent Crimes Unit were called out to assist with the investigation. Alberts was arrested and lodged at the Marion County Correction Facility for Assault in the First Degree. The victim survived his injuries and was reported to be in stable condition. 

Alberts is scheduled to be arraigned today at 2:30 p.m. at the Marion County Annex, located at 4000 Aumsville Highway. 

This investigation is ongoing. Further inquiries should be directed to the Marion County District Attorney's Office. 

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