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Fugitive Wanted for Murder Arrested in Eugene

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EUGENE, Ore. — On July 9, 2025, Eugene Police arrested 34-year-old Isiah Terrell Taylor , a fugitive wanted by the Milwaukee Police Department in Wisconsin for felony murder, aggravated battery, and burglary. Taylor, believed to have fled to Eugene to evade capture, was apprehended near W 18th Avenue and Lincoln Street following a coordinated effort by the Eugene Police Department. The charges stem from an incident on April 25, 2025, at Plymouth Apartments, a retirement community near 9th and Galena in Milwaukee. Around 12:10 a.m., a 70-year-old man was beaten and died at the scene. According to the criminal complaint, the preliminary cause of death was multiple blunt force injuries, with the manner of death ruled a homicide. Eugene Police’s Special Investigations Unit began tracking Taylor after receiving notice on June 24, 2025, that he was wanted in Wisconsin. Detectives entered a vehicle associated with Taylor into the Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) system, which led to his ...

One Dead, One Critical in Springfield Mobile Home Fire

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SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — A devastating fire at a mobile home near 53rd Street and Main Street claimed one life and left another person in critical condition on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, according to Eugene Springfield Fire (ESF). Firefighters arrived at the scene just 4 minutes and 20 seconds after dispatch to find the mobile home engulfed in flames. Due to the severity of the blaze, a second alarm was called to bring additional resources. One occupant was pronounced dead at the scene, while another was rushed to a hospital in critical condition. No firefighters were injured during the response. The ESF Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause of the fire, which remains undetermined. Further details have not been released as the investigation continues. 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 , w...

Cottage Grove Man Arrested for Burglary Spree

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COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. — A 24-year-old local man, Hal Andrew Davis , was arrested on July 5, 2025, in connection with two burglaries in Cottage Grove, police said. The incidents occurred on June 28 at a residence on E. Madison Ave. and July 3 at a business on Row River Rd. On June 28, around 3:20 a.m., Cottage Grove Police Department officers responded to a home in the 1100 block of E. Madison Ave. after reports of an unknown male entering through an unlocked door. The suspect fled, possibly scared off by the residents’ dog, but was captured on home security footage. On July 3, at approximately 7:25 a.m., police were called to a business in the 2200 block of Row River Rd. where the front glass door had been smashed and a vehicle stolen. Security footage from the business matched the suspect from the earlier residential break-in. Later that day, police recovered the stolen vehicle and items taken from the business in the 1000 block of Geer Ave. On July 5, officers contacted Davis at a rest...

Fire Erupts at West Eugene Manufacturing Facility

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EUGENE, Ore. — Eugene Springfield Fire (ESF) swiftly contained a fire at a manufacturing facility in West Eugene on July 5, 2025. The blaze broke out just before 2 p.m. at the original Arcimoto building in the 1800 block of West 2nd Avenue. ESF crews from Station 2 arrived within two and a half minutes of the dispatch call, encountering heavy fire and smoke emanating from the exterior of the building. Initially concerned that the fire had spread inside, ESF called for additional resources as part of a second alarm. However, firefighters soon determined the fire was confined to manufacturing stock in the back parking lot, with no damage to the building itself. The additional resources were dismissed, and crews extinguished the fire promptly. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Information from ESF - photo by Bill Barnard from video Michael Weber, known for his extensive coverage of crime news in Lane County, continues to provide valuable updates to the local community. H...

Unknown Homeless Hero Saves Swimmer in Dramatic River Rescue

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Eugene, OR – On Thursday evening, July 3rd, just before 6:30 PM, Eugene Springfield Fire (ESF) responded to a critical water rescue on the Willamette River downstream from the Knickerbocker Bridge. A swimmer in distress had lost their floatie and was struggling to stay afloat, prompting an urgent call to firefighters.  Upon arrival, Boat 5 crew discovered an unhoused individual heroically performing CPR on the victim on a shallow gravel bar in the river’s center. Firefighters took over the resuscitation efforts on the boat, transporting the swimmer to the launch where Medic 1 awaited. The individual, submerged for approximately 10 minutes, was rushed to Riverbend Hospital in critical condition. Battalion 1 later returned to Alton Baker Park to find and honor the courageous unhoused person who risked their life to save the swimmer, but they were unable to locate them. ESF urges anyone with information about this selfless individual to contact them so their bravery can be recognized....

Springfield Arson House Fire and Shooting Claims Life

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Springfield, OR - A devastating incident unfolded last night in the 400 block of 36th Stree t, where a house fire and shooting resulted in one fatality.  According to Springfield Police, the incident began around 9:40 pm,  July 3, 2025,  when officers, alongside Eugene Springfield Fire , responded to reports of a dispute between a man and woman that escalated tragically. Initial reports indicate the male suspect intentionally set the house ablaze after dousing it with gasoline, while also firing a firearm inside the residence. The female was found safe outside, but the situation forced police to evacuate neighboring residents due to the growing fire and ongoing gunshots. Eugene Springfield Fire staged nearby, awaiting a safe opportunity to approach, supported by multiple law enforcement agencies, including the Eugene Police Department and Lane County Sheriff’s Office. Armored rescue vehicles and SWAT teams provided critical assistance, containing the blaze and protecting...

Young Back in Oregon, Held in Lane County Jail After Ohio Arrest

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Eugene, Ore., July 3, 2025 — Elisha Joe Young , a 38-year-old woman accused of embezzling over $100,000 from the Eugene Weekly , is now in custody at the Lane County Jail as of July 2, 2025, following her extradition from Ohio. Young is scheduled for arraignment today at 1:30 PM in Lane County Circuit Court on a five-count felony indictment, including two counts of Theft in the First Degree and three counts of Aggravated Theft in the First Degree. Hopefully Young will remain in custody until her trial to prevent any further attempts to flee. If granted release on a bail contract or a pretrial services contract requiring her to return to court, there is concern she may abscond again, given her prior history. Young was arrested in Ohio on June 12, 2025, her second arrest in this case, and was booked into the Franklin County Jail on June 13, 2025. Eugene Police report that on June 10, U.S. Marshals Service deputies contacted a residence in Piqua, Ohio, during a fugitive investigation. Aft...