Dozens of Protesters Arrested, at Least One With a Firearm


UPDATE:

As a result of this morning’s demonstration, 52 people were arrested for disorderly conduct. Two individuals were additionally charged with conspiracy and theft 2. All suspects are in custody at the Lane County Jail. 

Six vehicles were towed from the scene. 

Today’s incident required a significant law enforcement response. Responding agencies included: 

Eugene Police Department – 31 officers; 1 transport van 

Springfield Police Department – 22 officers; 1 transport van

Lane County Sheriff’s Office – 20 deputies; 2 jail vans    

Oregon State Police – 48 troopers 

Oregon Department of Transportation Incident Response – 6 personnel 

Springfield Fire Department and Eugene Fire Department  

OSP would like to thank area law enforcement agencies for their partnership and response to this incident. 


Springfield, Or. - April 15th, 2024, at approximately 10:00 a.m., Oregon State Troopers responded to I-5 southbound at milepost 194 in Eugene to reports of protesters blocking the interstate. Protesters blocked all southbound traffic lanes near the Barlow Bridge. 

Throughout the incident, demonstrators were given continuous lawful orders to disperse before dozens of people were arrested for disorderly conduct. At least one individual was discovered to be in possession of a firearm.

The interstate traffic was stopped for approximately 45 minutes. Southbound lanes are now open; however, law enforcement remains on the scene while observers continue to gather along the highway. 

Oregon State Police supports an individual’s right to lawfully protest and express concerns over world events. However, today’s actions put Oregon’s motorists in danger as well as the protestors who blocked the roadway.

At this time, future comments will be limited due to the ongoing criminal investigations. 

News Release from Oregon State Police
Posted on FlashAlert: April 15th, 2024 12:19 PM


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