Crime and Courts News in Oregon
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Oregon Man Killed While Thwarting Robbery; Two Teens Arrested in Portland
Two teenage boys, aged 15 and 16, have been arrested in connection with the murder of a 47-year-old Portland resident, Jonathan Trent, who is believed was shot while trying to stop a robbery suspect.
The Teenagers are Aged 15 and…
From Wiretaps to Warrants: Medford’s MADGE Crushes Family-Run Drug Empire
MEDFORD, Ore. — Following a two-year investigation into a drug trafficking organization bringing significant quantities of narcotics into the community, the Medford Police Department’s Medford Area Drug and Gang Enforcement team (MADGE) has…
Texas Woman Busted in Oregon for Selling Black Market Animal Meds on Social Media
MEDFORD, Ore. — A Texas woman, Nicole Randall, 37, of Cedar Park, who sold unauthorized animal drugs through Facebook, pleaded guilty in federal court after reaching a plea agreement with the Oregon District Attorney (DA) in a case…
Retired Oregon City Veterinarian Found Guilty of Killing his Former Lover’s Husband
The 57-year-old successful, now retired, Oregon City veterinarian accused of killing his former lover’s husband was found guilty yesterday (Wednesday) of second-degree murder and multiple counts of violating a stalking order.
Prosecutors…
Oregon Police Confrontation Ends with Suspect’s Death in Salem Apartment Complex
SALEM, Ore. — A wanted suspect was shot during an arrest attempt late yesterday morning in an apartment complex near the 3200 block of River Road North after Salem police used force to arrest the fleeing armed suspect.
Armed…
Ex-Employee Turned Robber: Oregon Man Jailed for 25 Years After Crime Spree
EUGENE, Ore. — A Eugene man, Lonnie Huddleston, 37, a former employee of the Everyone's Market convenience store on Barger Drive, was sentenced on Friday to 25 years in prison for armed robberies at several convenience stores committed…
Oregon Wood Treatment Plant Violated Hazardous Waste and Clean Air Regulations
The J.H. Baxter group of companies will pay $1.5 million in criminal fines after the president, George Baxter-Krause, pleaded guilty to violating hazardous waste and the Clean Air Act at its wood treatment plant in Eugene.
According to a…
Oregon Woman in Custody After Leaving Her Baby for Hours Without Food or Diapers
A woman who left her six-month-old baby at a friend’s house without food or diapers for more than 10 hours, is in custody in the Lane County Jail.
Charged with Second-Degree Child Neglect
Faith Miranda Rhoads (24) of Springfield…
Gunfire In Medford: Crater Lake Road Rage Suspect Arrested
MEDFORD, Ore. — Officers from the Medford Police Department (MPD) responded to the 2100 block of Crater Lake Avenue on Thursday, January 16, following reports of a road rage incident involving a handgun.
The suspect, Brandon Blackwell,…
Salem Police Suspect Arson After Fire at a Tesla Dealership
SALEM, Ore. — The Salem Police Felony Crimes Unit is investigating a fire at a car dealership during the early morning hours as possible arson.
Salem police and firefighters rushed to the Tesla dealership at 2755 Mission St. SE at 3.45…