NOTE: Arrest was made October 26, 2026 sometime around 4:00 - 4:30 p.m.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
DATE: October 26, 2026

Man Arrested in Downtown Methamphetamine Investigation

SALEM, Ore. -- Salem Police arrested Engels A. Marcelino, 46, of Salem, after an investigation into reported methamphetamine sales in downtown Salem.

Salem Police Strategic Investigations Unit detectives learned of Marcelino’s previous sales to the unsheltered community in Wallace Marine Park and downtown Salem, as well as his intent to sell ounces of methamphetamine at Riverfront Park. When officers located Marcelino and attempted to stop him at Riverfront Park, Marcelino briefly ran from detectives, but he was caught after a short foot pursuit.

During the investigation, detectives located a loaded handgun, 59.7 grams of methamphetamine, which is approximately 300 user doses, and $233 in cash in Marcelino’s bag. He was taken to the Marion County Jail on multiple charges, including Unlawful Delivery of Methamphetamine, Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine and Felon in Possession of a Firearm.

The investigation is ongoing. Further inquiries about the criminal prosecution should be directed to the Marion County District Attorney’s Office.

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