Manhunt Underway for Salem Suspect Accused of Attempted Murder and Sexual Assault of Co-Worker

SALEM, Ore. — The Salem Police Department is appealing to the public to help them locate 62-year-old Daniel Ray Myers in connection with an attempted murder investigation.

Myers is wanted in connection with an alleged attempted sexual assault and stabbing of a work colleague on February 10, 2026.

According to the police, Myers and his victim were making online food order deliveries when the incident occurred at 11.30 p.m. The victim told the police that they were traveling in Myers’ vehicle, which he parked in a secluded location in West Salem.

She said that when she resisted his attempted sexual assault, he stabbed her several times. However, she was able to convince him to let her go into a Walgreens store in Keizer to buy first aid items.

Once inside the store, the victim alerted staff to her predicament, and they contacted the police. She was transported to Salem Hospital for treatment.

When the police arrived on the scene, Myers had fled, and his whereabouts remain unknown.

The Wanted Man is Driving a Silver Honda Civic License Plate 241NGP

The public is asked to be on the lookout for Myers’ silver Honda Civic license plate 241NGP. The police warn that Myers could be carrying firearms, so caution is required.

Anyone with information on Myers’ whereabouts should contact the Salem Police Tips Line, (503) 588-8477, and reference case number SMP26012142.

This is an ongoing investigation, and further inquiries should be directed to the Salem Police Communications Office.