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Firefighters Respond to Three Small Fires in Glenwood

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Springfield, OR.  Eugene Springfield Fire responded to three small fires along the railroad tracks in Glenwood.  Firefighters were called to the railroad tracks under Glenwood Blvd at 12:31 PM on Sunday June 30th.  Crews arrived to find three rubbish fires along the tracks with the largest at .10 acre and spreading up hill.   Firefighters had to request the railroad and Glenwood Blvd be shut down for the safety of operations. Crews stretched hundreds of feet of hose to access the fire. In all, 2 engines, a brush truck, a water tender, 2 battalion chiefs and 1 deputy fire marshal responded for a total of 15 personnel.   The cause is under investigation. News Release from Eugene Springfield Fire Posted on FlashAlert: June 30th, 2024 4:04 PM Michael Weber is Lane County's go to source for crime news and information and runs the largest Facebook crime watch group in Lane County ( Lane County Mugshots Uncensored)  at over 81,000 members. Please help support keeping this local journalism

ESF Firefighters Handle Several Critical Calls Saturday

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Eugene, OR. Eugene Springfield Fire responded to simultaneous critical calls Saturday afternoon, including a car fire, and a water rescue.   At 1:54 Pm on Saturday June 29th, crews were dispatched to a non-injury car accident with a car on the ditch on fire.  Crews arrived to find the car burning and spreading to the grass.  The fire was contained to a small area.  At 2:01 PM, Boats 5&6, Engine 14, Medic, 4 and Battalion Chiefs 1&3 were dispatched to a water rescue on the McKenzie River between Hayden Bridge and Harvest Landing in Springfield.  Callers reported an unconscious female floating in the river after falling out of her raft.  Boat 5 happened to be training in the vicinity call and was quick to arrive.   Bystanders had gotten the female to the shore and initiated CPR.  Boat 5 quickly loaded the patient on their boat and continued CPR to the nearest boat launch where Engine 14 was waiting to begin advanced life support.  Crews successfully resuscitated the patient and s

Person Transporter to Hospital after Lighting Self on Fire

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Eugene, Ore. - At 2:05 PM June 29th, crews were dispatched with EPD to a person on fire at 7-11, 150 Hwy 99 North in West Eugene.  Bystanders used fire extinguishers and blankets to try and suppress the fire.  Witnesses reported that a person doused themself with gasoline from one of the pumps, walked 40 feet away from the pumps and lit themselves on fire.   The patient was transported to RiverBend with life threatening burns.  News Release from Eugene Springfield Fire Posted on FlashAlert: June 29th, 2024 4:29 PM Michael Weber is Lane County's go to source for crime news and information and runs the largest Facebook crime watch group in Lane County ( Lane County Mugshots Uncensored)  at over 81,000 members. Please help support keeping this local journalism alive, if you can, with a donation. Venmo: @Michael-Weber-379 (last four of phone number: 0825)

Sheriff's Search & Rescue & Deputies Recover Body at Terwilliger Hot Springs

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Lane County, Or. - On Saturday, June 22nd at about 9 a.m., Lane County Sheriff’s Search & Rescue personnel and deputies responded to the Terwilliger Hot Springs to assist Upper McKenzie Fire Department with an unresponsive patient.  Shortly after being dispatched, the subject was declared deceased. Search & Rescue assisted with carrying the subject along the hiking path down to the parking lot and deputies began an investigation into the cause of the person’s death.  The subject was identified as Jesse James Calkins , 40, of Hines, Oregon. The circumstances of Calkins’ death do not appear to be criminal in nature.  News Release from Lane Co. Sheriff's Office Posted on FlashAlert: June 28th, 2024 2:37 PM Michael Weber is Lane County's go to source for crime news and information and runs the largest Facebook crime watch group in Lane County ( Lane County Mugshots Uncensored)  at over 81,000 members. Please help support keeping this local journalism alive, if you can, with

Male Arrested in Pleasant Hill After Assaulting Female and Deputies

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Pleasant Hill, Or. - On June 27th at about 5 p.m., Lane County Sheriff’s deputies and Oregon State Police troopers responded to the 85100 block of Winding Way, Pleasant Hill, after a juvenile told a neighbor someone was trying to kill their mother.  When deputies arrived on scene, a female was found unconscious in the yard with injuries. A nearby male, Dillion Shane Simmons , 31, fought with deputies when told he was under arrest.  Once Simmons was in custody, he and the female were transported to the hospital for treatment.  A Lane County Sheriff’s sergeant also responded to an area hospital for treatment of injuries sustained during the arrest.  Simmons was lodged in the Lane County Jail for Assault in the 3rd Degree, Assault in the 4th Degree (APA), Unlawful Use of a Weapon, two counts of Menacing, and Resisting Arrest.  Thanks to the Oregon State Police and Pleasant Hill Fire Department for their assistance during this incident.  News Release from Lane Co. Sheriff's Office Post

Deputies Locate and Arrest Assault Suspect

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Swisshome, Or. = On June 25th at about 10:30 a.m., Lane County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of an assault in the 12700 block of Village Loop Road in Swisshome.  While enroute, deputies learned the suspect, Alexander Blake Cullen, 24, had fled in a vehicle.  Deputies responded to the location and set up on surrounding roads. Thanks to their teamwork, they soon located Cullen in a parking lot in Veneta, roughly 40 miles from where the incident occurred.  Cullen was arrested without further incident and lodged at the Lane County Jail on charges of * Assault 4 APA, Menacing APA, Coercion, Harassment x2, Criminal Mischief 1, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. Cullen was still in custody as of June 28th.  LCSO CASE #24-3332 News Release from Lane Co. Sheriff's Office Posted on FlashAlert: June 28th, 2024 2:42 PM *Some charges appear to have changed.  Michael Weber is Lane County's go to source for crime news and information and runs the largest Facebook crime watch group in

Firefighters Tackle Two Fires in Eugene Friday

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Eugene, Or -. Eugene Springfield Fire responded to two fires within about 30 minutes Friday afternoon.  At 1:12 PM on June 28th, firefighters were called to a structure fire at Edgewood Home Furnishings located at 155 Division Ave in North Eugene.  Firefighters arrived to find an exterior corner of the building on fire.  The fire was contained to the area of origin.  Witnesses reported the fire may have been set intentionally.  ESF Fire Marshals are investigating.  click to enlarge At 1:47 PM firefighters were called to a grass fire at 384 Wallis St in West Eugene.  Arriving crews found a fast moving fire in the grass.  In all about .15 of an acre was burned thanks to a quick response and deployment from Station 8. The cause is under investigation. News Release from Eugene Springfield Fire Posted on FlashAlert: June 28th, 2024 2:57 PM Michael Weber is Lane County's go to source for crime news and information and runs the largest Facebook crime watch group in Lane County ( Lane Coun

Drunk Driver Sentenced in Fatal 2021 Crash

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Eugene, Ore. - ALFRED CALDERA SANTOS , age 64, was convicted, and sentenced today in the death of  Zakkary McCann (29) of Mapleton. On December 14, 2021 at approximately 7:40 AM, Oregon State Police Troopers and emergency personnel responded to a two-vehicle crash on Hwy 126W at milepost 29 .  Preliminary investigation revealed a westbound Dodge Caravan, operated by Alfred Santos (62) of Eugene, collided head-on with an eastbound Toyota Camry, operated by Zakkary McCann (29) of Mapleton.  McCann sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased. A passenger in the Toyota Camry, Kussaundra Stevenson (25) of Mapleton, received minor injuries. Santos was transported to the hospital with serious injuries.  Santos was found guilty of: 163.145 - CRIMINALLY NEGLIGENT HOMICIDE 163.160 - ASSAULT 4TH DEG 813.010 - DRIVE UNDER INFLUENCE INTOXICANTS Santos was sentenced to 3 years, 6 months in prison. His uncalculated end of sentence date is Christmas Day, 2027.  Being this is not a measure 11

Multi-State Burglary Ring Busted

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BREAKING UPDATE: 07/04/2024 - The DA has charged 2 of the suspects with Attempt to Commit a Class A Felony ORS 161.405(2)(b) Felony Class B and Burglary in the First Degree 164.225 Felony Class A.  The third suspect still is only charged with Attempt to Commit a Class A Felony ORS 161.405(2)(b) Felony Class B. BREAKING UPDATE: 06/24/2024 05:06PM - The DA has charged 3 of the suspects with Attempt to Commit a Class A Felony ORS 161.405(2)(b) Felony Class B. The other 3 suspects have been released with their charges still showing "no file".  BREAKING UPDATE: 06/24/2024 1:20pm - The DA has "no file" on all charges for all 6 suspects. Although these suspect's charges are all "no file", they all still remain in jail at this time. Eugene, Or. - On June 23, the Eugene Police Department Property Crimes Unit conducted simultaneous arrests of burglary suspects at three different locations in Eugene. North Delta Hwy./Ayres Road, Franklin Boulevard/Agate Street, a

Fentanyl Linked to Multiple Overdoses in Eugene

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Eugene, Or. - The Eugene Police Department is urging the public to exercise extreme caution due to a potentially deadly batch of fentanyl circulating in the Washington Jefferson Park area.  Patrol officers responded to a report of a deceased individual on the sidewalk at West 4th Avenue and Washington Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered a deceased male with evidence suggesting a recent overdose. While canvassing the area, officers encountered two additional overdose cases. One individual appeared to succumb to an overdose in front of the officers. However, thanks to the quick response of the officers and medics on the scene, the individual was revived. This alarming series of events resulted in three overdoses within a short period of time in the Washington Jefferson Park area. Given the severity and frequency of these incidents, there is reason to believe there is a bad batch of fentanyl in circulation. We strongly advise the public to be vigilant and to avoid any unknown substa

SCU Makes Arrest and Seizes a Large Quantity of Fentanyl and Meth

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Eugene, Or. - On June 13, during an ongoing investigation, SCU conducted surveillance of 30 year-old Eugene resident, Elise Lindey Olson , and observed her meet with her drug supplier. After that meeting, SCU contacted Olson and subsequently arrested her after seizing approximately 3.5 grams of fentanyl. SCU Officers then immediately transitioned their investigation to her drug supplier, 29 year-old Sean Timothy Archer . Archer was stopped and detained shortly after leaving a residence in Springfield. Following a search warrant service on Archer’s car, SCU Officers seized approximately 50 grams of methamphetamine, two stolen handguns, body armor, and approximately 10 ounces of fentanyl, in both pill and powder form. Of note, the wholesale value of an ounce of Fentanyl is approximately $1000. When broken into gram amounts for resale, this same ounce is worth approximately $1500. Thus the street level value of the fentanyl seized is approximately $15,000. Pending charges include: Unlawfu

Lane County Sheriff's K9 Assists Restraining Order Violation Arrest

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Junction City, Or. - On the afternoon of June 19th, Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the 23900 block of High Pass Road for a violation of a restraining order by Jeremy Allen Johnson , 35.  K9 Hektor When deputies arrived at the victim’s residence, Johnson fled. K9 Hektor and his handler were able to track Johnson, who attempted to hide, and apprehend him.  Johnson was arrested and lodged at the Lane County Jail for Violation of a Restraining Order and Menacing (APA).  LCSO CASE #24-3216  The Lane County Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit is funded by community donations.  All donations go directly to the K9 program to supply food, veterinary care, and equipment.  Learn more at https://www.lanecounty.org/government/county_departments/sheriff_s_office/about_us_-_now_and_then/police_services_division/k9_unit News Release from Lane Co. Sheriff's Office Posted on FlashAlert: June 21st, 2024 8:56 AM Mugshot of Johnson from 2021 - Lane County Michael Weber is Lane County's go to sour

Firefighters Respond to Food Truck Fire

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Eugene, Or. -  Eugene Springfield Fire responded to a food truck fire located at 90330 HWY 99 North in Eugene Friday Morning.   Firefighters were called to the scene at 8:51 AM.  Initially reposted as a small structure fire, ESF responded with 3 engines and truck and chief officer. The fire was contained to the food truck and two bystanders were treated for smoke and extinguisher inhalation.   The cause is under investigation. News Release from Eugene Springfield Fire Posted on FlashAlert: June 21st, 2024 10:00 AM Michael Weber is Lane County's go to source for crime news and information and runs the largest Facebook crime watch group in Lane County (Lane County Mugshots Uncensored) at over 81,000 members. Please help support keeping this local journalism alive, if you can, with a donation. Venmo: @Michael-Weber-379 (last four of phone number: 0825)

Witnesses Sought in Brazen Daylight Rape Near 99 W. 10th Avenue

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Eugene, Or. - A Eugene Police Violent Crimes detective is asking for witnesses to come forward with information about a broad-daylight rape case that happened between noon and 12:30 p.m. on June 17, in the Broadway Alley/Willamette Alley area, near W. 10th Avenue.  The surveillance video shows several possible witnesses passing by around the time of the rape. The Broadway Alley and Willamette Alley is behind Cowfish and the Atrium Building - in parking lot area. If anyone witnessed a physical encounter between two people in that area,  please contact the detective at  (541)-682-5786 or email at Thart@eugene-or.gov . Case 24-08716 Information from EPD Eugene, Ore. - UPDATE  The suspect in this case has been identified as  JAMES FELIX MORRENO , age 27, of Eugene. Morreno is charged with  163.375 - RAPE 1ST DEG   This is not Morreno's first brush with the law, he was on probation for a 2023 case that included the following charges.  1. Stalking - ORS:163.732(2)(a) 2. Resisting Arrest

Fatal Crash - HWY 58

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Lane County, Ore. - On Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 3:08 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single-vehicle crash on Hwy 58, near milepost 46, in Lane County. The preliminary investigation indicated an eastbound Ford F-350, operated by Will Ed Bryson Jr. (77) of Klamath Falls, left the roadway for unknown reasons and struck a tree.  The operator of the Ford (W. Bryson) was declared deceased while in transport to an area hospital. The passenger of the Ford, Lynda Ellen Bryson (78) of Klamath Falls, was transported by ground ambulance and life-flighted to an area hospital. The highway was not impacted during the on-scene investigation. OSP was assisted by Oakridge Fire and ODOT. # # # About the Oregon State Police Oregon State Police (OSP) is a multi-disciplined organization that is charged with protecting the people, wildlife, and natural resources in Oregon. OSP enforces traffic laws on the state’s roadways, investigates and solves crime, conducts postmortem examinations and forens

Animal Neglect Convict Sentenced to 4 Years in Prison

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Lane County, Or. - In 2020, Creswell-area resident Raina Ott entered into a deferred sentencing agreement related to neglect of horses. In January 2023, she was found to have violated the agreement. Ott was convicted, given a 45-day jail sentence, and was put on probation. She was prohibited from any dealings or contact with animals. Between April 2023 and January 2024, Ott committed a series of probation violations and crimes. Ott purchased nearly 100 head of cattle at livestock auctions in Linn and Lane County using fake names, then sold them via social media. The check used to finalize one purchase bounced. The cows were not returned, nor was the balance paid. In a separate case, Ott switched price tags on items she then purchased at an animal care supply store in Eugene. The total loss to the store was just under $1,000. On May 17th in Lane County, Ott pled to five counts of Identity Theft, five counts of Theft 1, one count of Theft 2, three counts of felony Animal Neglect 1, two c

Oregon State Police- Officer Involved River Ave. Shooting

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Eugene, Or. - On Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at 4:26 p.m., an Oregon State Trooper conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of River Avenue and State Route 569 (Beltline Highway) in Eugene.  During the encounter, the driver exited and attempted to obtain a firearm from the passenger side of the vehicle and a less lethal force option (Taser) was deployed but was not successful. The suspect did not comply with verbal commands and was able to obtain the firearm resulting in the trooper shooting the subject with his department-issued firearm.  Emergency medical aid was immediately provided and medical personnel from Eugene-Springfield Fire Department responded; however, the subject was declared deceased at the scene. The trooper was not injured during the incident and has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation by the Lane County Inter-Agency Deadly Force Investigation Team (IDFIT). Pursuant to the Lane County District Attorney’s Office Deadly Force Pla

Wrong Way Driver Causes Crash

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Springfield, Or. - On Sunday, June 9th at 11:45pm both Eugene and Springfield Police departments began to receive calls reporting a vehicle traveling eastbound in the westbound lanes of highway 126 in Eugene. Officers from both agencies responded but were unable to locate and stop the vehicle before it collided with another vehicle.  The crash occurred just west of the Pioneer Parkway overpass in Springfield. The driver and single occupant of the vehicle that was struck were transported to Riverbend hospital for treatment of possible life-threatening injuries. \ The driver and passenger of the vehicle traveling eastbound in the westbound lanes were not seriously injured and are cooperating with the investigation. Case Number: 24-4021 Information from SPD Please help keep independent journalism alive with a donation to my Venmo: @Michael-Weber-379 (last 4 of my phone number is: 0825)

Suspected Impaired Driver Causes Crash

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Springfield, Or. - On June 10th, 2024, at 08:34pm the Springfield Police Department responded to a reported two vehicle crash that occurred in the westbound lanes of highway 126, at the intersection of 52nd Street.  Upon arrival, officers found the drivers of both involved vehicles were the only occupants. The female driver of one of the vehicles, Devin Ashley Cogdill of Eugene, was found to be impaired.  The driver of the vehicle that was struck was removed from the vehicle and transported to an area hospital for treatment. Cogdill was medially cleared by hospital staff and lodged at the Lane County Jail for the charges listed below.  The roadway was closed for several hours while the department’s Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) investigated the crash.  CHARGES: Assault II | DUII | Reckless Driving Information from SPD Please help keep independent journalism alive with a donation to my Venmo: @Michael-Weber-379 (last 4 of my phone number is: 0825)

Protective Order Violation Results In Injury - Suspect Arrested

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Springfield, Or. - On June 10th, 2024, at 0640 hours, officers responded to a reported violation of a stalking protective order that had resulted in injury.  The victim had confronted the suspect,  MICHELLE JULIA LAWSON , who was in violation of the order. Lawson produced a cleaver style knife and swung in the direction of the victim, connecting with the victim’s forearm on the second attempt. Lawson then fled from the area and the victim ran into the residence to administer aid to himself.  Around 0830 hours, SPD dispatch was contacted by the suspect’s daughter who was able to provide officers with Lawson’s location. Officers located Lawson near 155 Q Street and were successfully able to pin her vehicle, rendering it unmovable. Officers began to hail Lawson and give admonishments, which she ignored.  A member of the SPD Crisis Negotiation Team responded to the area and was able to contact Lawson. The CNT member was able to successfully negotiate Lawson’s surrender; at which point she

Firefighters Respond to Industrial Fire in West Eugene

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Eugene, Or. - At just after 10:30 AM on June 10th, Eugene Springfield Fire was called to a mill in at 2125 Cross St in West Eugene after workers at Architectural Millwork noticed smoke coming from a hopper filled with sawdust.  Generally this means the hopper needs to be evacuated to extinguish the embers, which requires opening the hopper causing a small dust explosion. Crews from Whitaker and West Eugene stations arrived 4 minutes after the call, developed a plan, positioned hose lines to protect exposures, wore protective equipment and breathing apparatus while the hopper was emptied.  The fire was extinguished, no injuries were reported, and ESF fire Marshals are on scene to investigate.  News Release from Eugene Springfield Fire Posted on FlashAlert: June 10th, 2024 12:09 PM Please help keep independent journalism alive with a donation to my Venmo: @Michael-Weber-379 (last 4 of my phone number is: 0825)

LCSO Attempted Rape Suspect Now Charged in EPD Double Rape Case Too

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Eugene, Or. - UPDATE: Jail records show a new double rape case now on Boyd's jail records. Jail records also show that this is an EPD case.  Boyd was charged with the EPD double rape case while Boyd was in jail for the LCSO attempted rape case. (See all charges below) EPD had this to say about the case: "Boyd, age 50, was arrested on June 6 for a reported rape and strangulation of a young woman he met in Eugene in April 2024." ~ EPD  ***Original LCSO story*** Veneta, Or. - On May 30th, Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the area of East 24th Avenue and Henderson Avenue regarding an attempted rape.   The victim was able to provide a description of the suspect and his vehicle.  Area law enforcement was notified of the suspect and vehicle, which had left the area before deputies arrived.  Detectives began investigating the case.  On June 1st, a deputy noticed a matching vehicle while in Veneta and identified the owner as Bobby Allen Boyd , 50.  After conducting addi

Police Seek Any Additional Victims of Kerry Michael Diamond

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Eugene, Or. - On June 4,  a man identified as 34-year-old Kerry Michael Diamond was arrested after a report he had followed a woman into a store near W. 11th Avenue and Seneca Road, solicited her for sex, and had pulled out his genitalia in front of her.  Kerry Michael Diamond at Fred Meyer He was arrested for Public Indecency and during the investigation, detectives found social media posts that indicate there may have been other victims. If anyone has been victimized or witnessed Diamond engaged in this behavior, please contact Detective Katherine McCartney, 541-214-0881. Diamond, is age 34, with brown hair, brown eyes, and a thin build. The activity being investigated generally includes exposing his genitalia to women and children, propositioning women for sex in exchange for money or inviting them to perform in a "porno" with him, and masturbating in public.  Case 24-07988 Information from EPD Please help keep independent journalism alive with a donation to my Venmo: @Mi

Dumpster Fire Spreads to Building in West Eugene

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Eugene, Or.  Eugene Springfield Fire responded to a structure fire at 1060 W 11th Ave in Eugene Tuesday morning.   At 3:04 AM on June 4th, Engine 2 from the Whitaker station was alerted to a dumpster fire.  Neighbors called in reporting the fire and while E2 was responding, callers informed dispatchers that the building was catching on fire.  E2 requested a full first alarm for a structure fire arriving to find a dumpster burning and an attic fire in the adjacent building. Crews entered the large storage building  to search for occupants and extinguish the fire.  There were no injuries reported and the cause is under investigation.   EPD supported the operation with traffic and crowd control and EWEB isolated power for firefighter safety.  News Release from Eugene Springfield Fire Posted on FlashAlert: June 4th, 2024 5:42 AM Please help keep independent journalism alive with a donation to my Venmo: @Michael-Weber-379 (last 4 of my phone number is: 0825)

Mapleton Woman Found Guilty of Murder Except for Insanity

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Eugene, Or. - In June of 2023, Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to Mapleton after 66-year-old Marsha Quesnell called 911 and stated she had murdered her mother.  Upon arrival, deputies found Quesnell’s 85-year-old mother deceased with multiple stab wounds. Quesnell was taken into custody and lodged at the Lane County Jail for charges including Murder. Quesnell has a history of mental health issues and had been previously placed under the jurisdiction of the Psychiatric Security Review Board (PSRB) for five years in 2007 after attacking a family member with a knife. She was discharged from that jurisdiction in 2012.  Marsha Doreen Quesnell 2020 On Thursday, May 23rd, Quesnell was found guilty except for insanity for Murder in the Second Degree and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. The Lane County Circuit Court ordered that Quesnell be placed under the jurisdiction of the PSRB for the rest of her life for those charges. “This case was very taxing emotionally and mentally for all involve

Shooting Investigation at Throne Drive Apartments

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Eugene, Or. - At 10:46 p.m. on June 2, Eugene Police officers responded to reports a man had been shot at the Heron Meadows Apartments, 744 Throne Drive.  An arriving officer applied a tourniquet to the man and along with help from bystanders provided emergency first aid prior to Eugene Springfield Fire arrival. ESF transported the victim, who is in his 30s, to a local hospital for treatment. Eugene Police, Violent Crimes Unit, Metro Drone Team, Springfield Police,  and other EPD detectives responded to the scene, and to search for suspects. EPD is investigating the incident. Eugene Police is thankful for Springfield Police’s response, which was instrumental in the initial response and aided in getting an investigation quickly underway. Case 24-07915 Information from EPD Please help keep independent journalism alive with a donation to my Venmo: @Michael-Weber-379 (last 4 of my phone number is: 0825)