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Lowell, Ore. — On July 31, 2025, around noon, Lane County Sheriff’s Office deputies and detectives responded to a report of a deceased person found in a forest approximately 10 miles east of Lowell. Authorities determined the death resulted from homicidal violence. Detectives swiftly identified and detained a suspect in the area, 53-year-old Aaron Douglas Omer of Eugene. Following further investigation, Omer was arrested and booked into the Lane County Jail on charges of second-degree murder. The victim’s identity is being withheld until next of kin are notified. The Lane County Sheriff’s Office expressed gratitude to the Oregon State Police, U.S. Marshals Service, Eugene Police Department, and FBI for their assistance in the case. Information from LCSO Michael Weber, known for his extensive coverage of crime news in Lane County, continues to provide valuable updates to the local community. He runs the largest crime watch group in Lane County,  Lane County Mugshots Uncensored , wh...

EUGENE, Ore. - A 59-year-old man was arrested Wednesday morning after reports of indecent behavior at Amazon Pool.  Eugene Police responded to calls at 9:37 a.m. about a man, later identified as James Thomas Lynch , allegedly masturbating in a parked Toyota Camry while watching swimmers at the Amazon Pool located at 2600 Hilyard . Using a drone, the Eugene Police Metro Drone Team located a vehicle matching the description in the parking lot on the east side of the pool, facing toward the swimmers. The drone footage provided sufficient evidence to establish probable cause for Lynch’s arrest. As officers approached on foot, Lynch attempted to back out of his parking spot but was quickly stopped and taken into custody. Lynch was transported to Lane County Jail and charged with ORS 163.465 , Felony Public Indecency. The case number is 25-12206. Michael Weber, known for his extensive coverage of crime news in Lane County, continues to provide valuable updates to the local community. He ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ore. - Two Springfield Police officers were seriously injured after being stabbed by a suspect who was subsequently killed in an officer-involved shooting on July 30, 2025. The incident began around 2:37 p.m. when officers responded to reports of a disorderly individual at a business near Gateway Street and Beltline Road. Upon locating the suspect near Gateway Street and Kruse Way, a Springfield Police officer was confronted by the individual, who brandished two knives and threatened to fight. The suspect then attacked, stabbing two Springfield Police officers, prompting a call for backup. Oregon State Police Troopers arrived to assist, and during the arrest, a Springfield Police officer-involved shooting occurred. Despite efforts to save the suspect’s life, he succumbed to his injuries. The injured officers were transported to a local hospital for treatment of significant injuries. The investigation into the incident is ongoing. Information from Springfield Police, featur...

EUGENE, Ore. - A stolen Subaru Forester was recovered, and a suspect was arrested after a swift police response, and help from LPR cameras.  According to Eugene Police, on July 28, a local man reported his vehicle stolen from his apartment complex in the 1500 block of Hilyard Street.  Using License Plate Reader (LPR) camera data, a community service officer identified the vehicle’s location early that morning. Another alert on July 29 at 8:18 p.m. placed the Subaru near W. 2nd and Chambers. Officers coordinated a stop at 20th Avenue and Lawrence Street, pinning the vehicle to prevent escape after it was slow to stop. The three occupants cooperated, and the Subaru was returned to its owner. The driver, 24-year-old Joshua Edward Ellis , was arrested for Unlawful Use of a Vehicle. The case number is 25-12055. Michael Weber, known for his extensive coverage of crime news in Lane County, continues to provide valuable updates to the local community. He runs the largest crime watch g...

Eugene, Or. - On July 27, 2025, at approximately 8:30 a.m., a Lane County Jail deputy found an unresponsive female inmate during routine checks.  Deputies and medical staff immediately began life-saving efforts, including CPR, with assistance from  Eugene Springfield Fire . Despite these efforts, the woman was pronounced deceased. The Lane County Medical Examiner’s Office is investigating the cause of death. The woman’s next of kin were promptly notified. The deceased has been identified as Karah Lynn Bowman, 37, of Veneta. Michael Weber, known for his extensive coverage of crime news in Lane County, continues to provide valuable updates to the local community. He runs the largest crime watch group in Lane County,  Lane County Mugshots Uncensored , which currently has over 87,800 members. Support for local journalism is essential, and donations can be made via Venmo to @Michael-Weber-379 (last four digits of phone number: 0825). You can also follow me on X:  https:/...

SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — Lane County Sheriff’s deputies arrested 34-year-old David Anthony Raymond of Eugene following an alleged armed burglary, and shots fired in the Camp Creek area on July 28, 2025. Around 7 p.m., deputies responded to a report of a trespasser on a property in the 88700 block of Easy Lane, northeast of Springfield.  The resident confronted Raymond, who was armed with a firearm, and fired a warning shot into the ground when he refused to leave. Raymond responded by firing a shot from his weapon, prompting residents to take shelter and call law enforcement. Deputies used a thermal-equipped drone to locate Raymond, who was observed exiting his vehicle with a handgun and rifle. He fired several shots toward deputies from a prone position hundreds of yards away. Using an armored rescue vehicle, deputies approached Raymond, and a sergeant from the Crisis Negotiation Team contacted him by phone. Raymond soon drove closer to deputies and surrendered. Following an investiga...

EUGENE, OR – On July 22, 2025, Eugene Springfield Fire (ESF) responded to two separate arson-related brush fires in west Eugene along Beltline, with Eugene Police Department (EPD) later arresting a suspect linked to the incidents.  The first fire, reported around 1:15 PM near Beltline East and Roosevelt Boulevard, initially spanned a quarter-acre but grew to approximately one acre due to windy conditions. ESF deployed multiple units, including Engine 8, Brush 10, and Battalion 2, to extinguish the fire, which threatened nearby campsites in grass and blackberry patches. Later that day, at around 4:00 PM, ESF crews tackled a second fire near the Fern Ridge bike path, which burned about a quarter-acre. No injuries were reported in either incident. EPD’s Arson Team investigated the fires, one of which damaged a woman’s tent and belongings near Roosevelt Boulevard, approximately 30 feet from the first fire’s origin. The second fire, located east of the camps, was extinguished about 50 y...