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Oregon inmate dies in custody; cause of death under investigation
SALEM, Ore. — An adult incarcerated at the Oregon State Correctional Institution (OSCI) in Salem and passed away on July 1, 2024. The cause of death is yet to be determined. The Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) tells us that Benjamin Leland Bucknell, died Monday afternoon at a local hospital.
July 1 sheriff's office outstanding warrants
Anyone with information on these individuals may call the Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office or its detectives, or the Newberg-Dundee Police Department. The Sheriff’s Office Crime Information tip line is 800-577-1707. Newberg police can be reached at 503538-8321, and Yamhill County detectives can be reached at 503-434-7508. Feb. 8. July 1 Andrew Lopez Contreras, 36, is wanted for failure to appear (FTA) on a charge of possession of controlled substances (PCS)...
Dallas Police Seek Information on Reckless Driving Case
Dallas, OR. – Official Release: On June 14, at about 10:30 PM, Detective Schrock attempted to stop a white Ford van for traffic violations. The driver attempted to elude police and a pursuit ensued. When the vehicle got to the intersection of SE La Creole Drive and SE Miller Avenue, the driver continued recklessly, driving into the wrong lane and dangerously entering the intersection. There were multiple vehicles at the intersection at the time.
Woodburn Police Department re-ups accreditation
Woodburn Police Department recently renewed its accreditation for the period of 2024-27, the fifth accreditation the department has earned this century. WPD Chief Marty Pilcher apprised the Woodburn City Council of the renewal during the June 24 meeting, during which he noted that the department first earned accreditation in 2011 under Chief Scott Russell. Accreditation is renewed every three years. “I had the opportunity to be the accreditation manager for...
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