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𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐭. 𝐁𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲 𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐬 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐧 DIAMOND LAKE, Ore. - On Thursday, March 13, 2025, a group of skiers experienced an avalanche incident while skiing on the north/northwest side of Mt. Bailey within the motorized closure area. The group, the fourth of the day to enjoy cat skiing at Mt. Bailey, a service through Diamond Lake Resort, encountered unforeseen challenges despite prior avalanche test digs earlier in the day. The avalanche occurred at approximately 3:45 PM, trapping one member of the party, identified as 50-year-old Brian Thomas Roberts of Bend, Oregon, under the snow. Despite efforts by fellow party members who swiftly dug him out, and attempted lifesaving efforts by two nurses on the scene, Roberts succumbed to his injuries in the remote location. The group of skiers managed to navigate approximately two miles to the nearest snowmobile trail, where they were met by responders and Diamond Lake Resort staff. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) assessed others with the ski party who were injured at Three Lakes Snow Park. One additional member of the group sustained a laceration or puncture injury during the avalanche, believed to be caused by a branch or ski pole, but declined ambulance transport. Responding to the incident were Diamond Lake Resort employees, Douglas County Sheriff's Office, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue, US Forest Service Law Enforcement Officers, and Umpqua Valley Ambulance. The Sheriff’s Office also received support from the Oregon Department of Emergency Management Search and Rescue Coordinator.Photos from Douglas County Sheriff's Office's post

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03/14/2025

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Crash Kills Juvenile, Father Arrested GLENDALE, Ore. – A 55-year-old Wolf Creek man was arrested on charges of second-degree manslaughter after a pickup truck crash killed his 11-year-old daughter Monday afternoon. Driver impairment is considered a factor in the crash. Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Deputies were called to a motor vehicle crash on Oregon Department of Forestry land bordering the 1200 block of Tunnel Road in Glendale at about 1:30 pm Monday, March 11, 2025. The pickup, a green Ford F250, was reportedly occupied by the driver, Ian Anthony Fleming, and three juvenile females when the crash occurred. The three juvenile passengers were thrown from the vehicle as it rolled multiple times down an embankment. All juveniles sustained injuries. Fleming was able to get out of the vehicle on his own and he then attempted to get medical care for his seriously injured daughter. He used a borrowed vehicle to drive his daughter to the ambulance station on Tunnel Road. Glendale Ambulance paramedics declared her deceased shortly after. The two other juveniles were transported by Glendale Ambulance to Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford for treatment. DCSO Detectives responded to the scene after deputies reported Fleming had fled. Fleming later returned to the location of the crash and was interviewed. Detectives determined alcohol and drugs were a factor in the crash and arrested Fleming for Manslaughter II. He was lodged at the Douglas County jail.

Crash Kills Juvenile Father Arrested GLENDALE Ore A 55-year-old Wolf Creek man was arres... More

03/11/2025

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SEARCH. RESCUE. SAVE. Purchase your ORSAR card today and help fund search and rescue training, equipment and missions across Oregon! The fund is managed by the Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association. Learn more here: https://oregonsheriffs.org/orsar/ #searchandrescue #pnw

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03/11/2025

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IDLEYLD PARK, Ore. – A Glide woman who was the subject of a search and rescue operation has been located alive and uninjured. On Thursday, March 6, 2025, around 8:20 p.m., Douglas County Dispatch received a missing person report from the family of 18-year-old Danielle Clinesmith. Clinesmith had reportedly gone hiking on the North Umpqua Trail from Swiftwater Park earlier in the day but failed to return. She had intended to only be out for a short period of time and had no supplies with her. Family members had attempted a search but couldn’t locate Clinesmith whose vehicle was located at the trailhead with her cellphone in the center console. Deputies along with Douglas County Search and Rescue volunteers responded and began coordinated search efforts. Deployed resources included ground searchers, K9 teams, drone operations, and roving searchers in vehicles. At approximately 4:30 am on Friday, March 7, Search and Rescue volunteers located Clinesmith walking along Highway 138E. She was uninjured and did not require medical assistance. Clinesmith reported it had become too dark, and she felt it best to continue walking on the trail until she was able to get to the Tioga Bridge to get back to the highway. In total searchers believe she walked approximately 7.25 miles on the trail which had been badly damaged in the 2020 Archie Creek Fire and still contains numerous downed trees, debris and damaged bridges. She then walked approximately 4 miles along the highway before being located. Searchers provided Clinesmith a ride and reunited her with her family.

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03/07/2025

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CAMAS VALLEY, Ore. - A man died in a Camas Valley house fire Wednesday evening. On Wednesday, March 5, 2025, shortly before 9:30 pm, 9-1-1 dispatchers received a report of a house fire in the 300-block of Holmes Creek Road in Camas Valley. Callers were reporting a subject confined to a wheelchair was still inside the structure. Witnesses made multiple attempts to get the subject out of the home. Firefighters from a several local fire departments responded to the blaze along with deputies. Two individuals were evaluated for injuries sustained in the incident. Firefighters were able to locate the victim inside the home who was pronounced deceased at the scene. Deputies identified the victim as 76-year-old Richard Wayne Bemiller of Camas Valley. The Douglas County Medical Examiner's Office responded to the scene along with the Oregon State Fire Marshal's Office. The investigation into the fire is ongoing. At this time, no further updates are expected by the Douglas County Sheriff's Office. The Fire Marshal's Office is investigating the cause of the fire. In addition to the agencies already mentioned, the following also responded: Camas Valley Fire Department, Tenmile Fire Department, Central Douglas Fire and Rescue, Lookingglass Fire Department, Winston Police Department, Umpqua Valley Ambulance, REACH Air Medical Services, Douglas Electric.

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03/06/2025

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DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. - The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is once again warning residents about a common scam that has resurfaced in our community. Individuals are receiving fraudulent calls claiming they missed jury duty and must immediately pay a $1,000 fine. The caller, often using the names of actual staff members such as Lt. Jerry Tilley, pressures victims to pay the fine through gift cards or cash apps. This is the same scam the Sheriff's Office has warned about several times over the past several years. Scammers continue to exploit fear and urgency by using the names of real officials to create a sense of legitimacy. However, it’s important to remember that legitimate law enforcement will never demand payment for fines via cash apps, gift cards, or any other unconventional methods. Nor will law enforcement call residents advising them a warrant has been issued for their arrest. "This is not the first time we've seen this scam, and unfortunately, it continues to target members of our community," said Undersheriff Brad O’Dell. "We want to remind residents that this tactic is fraudulent and ask that they share this warning with elderly friends and family members.” O'Dell emphasized the role that retailers and cashiers can play in preventing these scams. "Retailers and their staff can help protect the public from scams like this," said O'Dell. "Posting signs at checkout stands and educating cashiers to recognize warning signs can be incredibly helpful.” Residents are strongly encouraged to be cautious when receiving unsolicited calls demanding immediate payment for any alleged fines, especially those related to jury duty. If you receive such a call, do not engage with the caller. Simply hang up and report the incident to law enforcement. For further information or to report a scam attempt, please contact the Douglas County Sheriff's Office at (541) 440-4471.

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03/04/2025

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Please keep your eyes out for any clues which may bring Dane home. If you have any information, please call 9-1-1 immediately and reference Lincoln County Sheriff's Office - Oregon investigation.Media Release March 2, 2025 Missing Child - Siletz, Oregon On March 1, 2025, at approximately 4:25 PM the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office was notified of a missing 2-year-old child at a residence near milepost 21 on Siletz River Highway in Siletz, Oregon. Members of the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, Siletz Valley Fire, Oregon State Police, Newport Police Department, Lincoln City Police Department, and Lincoln County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue responded to the scene. Emergency personnel immediately began searching the residential property and surrounding areas on foot and air with the assistance of aerial drones. The drones have cameras and thermal imaging equipment. The child, Dane Paulsen, was last known to be playing in the yard of the residence at the time of his disappearance. He was wearing a grey fuzzy hoody with ears, blue and white shoes, and black pants. Dane has brown hair and green eyes. The Sheriff's Office has also listed a late 90's gold colored station wagon as a vehicle of interest. A vehicle matching this description was seen in the area before Dane went missing. The Sheriff's Office is requesting anyone who may have information relating to Dane's disappearance or information relating to a vehicle matching this description to call our Tip Line at 541-265-0669 or our non-emergency dispatch at 541-265-0777. The Sheriff's Office would like to acknowledge and thank the approximately 150 community members who responded and searched the surrounding area upon receiving information of Dane's disappearance. The active search for Dane is ongoing.

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03/02/2025

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🚔 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐌 – 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆! 🚔 The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is looking for dedicated individuals to serve our community in 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥, 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟗-𝟏-𝟏 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡. Whether you're called to protect, guide, or answer the call for help, there's a place for you here. ✅ Competitive Pay & Benefits ✅ Career Growth Opportunities ✅ Serve Your Community 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲! Apply today! 🔗 www.dcso.com/careers

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03/01/2025

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𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐔𝐏 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐘 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐌𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐞, 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 The criminal case against Codi Alan Neifert, 32, of Roseburg, seemed interesting enough on its face due to the combination of charges, but it was only half the story. Although Neifert has since been granted a conditional release from jail, his initial charges included both first- and second-degree criminal trespass, third-degree escape and unlawful possession of methamphetamine. And it all started with a case of offensive littering, the lowest classification of misdemeanor in Oregon Revised Statutes. Undersheriff Brad O’Dell of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office confirmed for The News-Review that the sheriff’s office has a deputy specializing in the investigations of illegal dumping and other forms of illegal dumping. The position was created a few years ago at the request of the Douglas County Commissioners and Solid Waste Department, respectively, and is funded by a budget allocation from the latter. Deputy Tony Momphard is currently working the assignment. Momphard’s case against Neifert started the day after Christmas, when he responded to tips from his fellow deputies about a motor home abandoned in the right-of-way on Joseph Street just north of the Roseburg city limits. Momphard recognized the motor home right away and, with his knowledge of the area and its residents due to previous littering complaints, initiated an investigation that led to Neifert. Neifert allegedly just got rid of the motor home because he and his friends were no longer using it. Neifert reportedly learned of the case and laid low until Feb. 7, when Momphard made a periodic search of the area and spotted Neifert on a bicycle. Momphard had to turn his vehicle around, by which time Neifert was pedaling quickly towards town. Momphard eventually ditched his vehicle to chase Neifert’s bicycle down the railroad tracks, but Neifert sped across a couple busy streets and past a samaritan who tried to stop him. Neifert eventually ditched his bike, climbed a fence, and attempted to hide in a mobile home park where a resident spotted him in a yard and called the police. Backup arrived from the sheriff’s office and the Roseburg Police Department. Law enforcement caught Neifert with methamphetamine in his possession. Momphard arrived at the scene and found more paraphernalia, including empty plastic baggies, tinfoil, and a scale. County Solid Waste Director Nick Frisinger told The News-Review that the formation of the dedicated law enforcement position began with the public’s observations of the amount of garbage being dumped on both public and private lands, and that the county recognized the need for a deputy to focus on those crimes which have the potential to harm land and waterways. He also confirmed his department fully funds the position, which was initiated in 2020, through a budget transfer to the public safety fund. The county’s Chief Financial Officer, Dan Wilson, told The News-Review that the cost of the position, inlcuding wages and equipment, averages approximately $175,000 per year. Momphard accepted the assignment about two years ago, upon the retirement of the previous deputy working the position, and did so not only at the urging of O’Dell but also because “It has to be done.” Momphard explained that he spends personal time in the woods, hunting or recreating with his family, and sees the landscape spoiled by the trash. “It upsets me. This is a way I can impact that,” Momphard said. Momphard begins many of his shifts checking on prohibited camps in the valley, either those he knows to be recently occupied or areas where camping has been a recent issue, because camping sites are often also the sites and sources of litter. Under state law, such camps can be posted with a 72-hour notice for evacuation, plus there is a county code prohibiting overnight camping in certain areas, and violations of that code can be enforced once every 24 hours. As part of his training for the assignment, Momphard did a “ride-along” shift with the Medford Police Department’s Livability Team, a section of their Community Engagement Division that specializes in patrolling and enforcing Medford’s parks and Bear Creek Greenway. That assignment brings the team in contact with their unhoused community, prohibited camps, and illegal activity within Medford’s exclusion zone. Wednesday morning Momphard checked a bridge under which he knew a man and woman were camping, and found them moving their belongings up the bank. Their camp had been posted for removal, and Mompard had recently issued the woman a citation. “That usually pushes them somewhere else,” he said. The woman recognized Momphard immediately and said “If you need to ticket me, ticket me.” She talked about the recent cold, saying “I don’t mean to be whiny, but I don’t need to freeze.” Momphard demonstrated knowledge of the couple’s situation, which includes the woman’s recent homelessness and the man’s current employment. She told Momphard, “I never felt like a transient until now!” Since the couple was in the process of moving, and the man was already late for work, Momphard told them he would check back on Thursday or Friday, and would have to take enforcement action if the camp was still there or any litter was left behind. Then he headed up into the woods. Cases are assigned to Momphard from a variety of sources. Many of them are self-initiated by his observations while patrolling the backroads and wooded areas, but others come from reports and tips from citizens, or from his fellow deputies. For example, a patrol deputy may get a littering complaint on one of Momphard’s days off, initiate an initial report, and refer it to Momphard for further investigation. A deputy might also tag an abandoned vehicle or prohibited camp for removal, and those are also assigned to Momphard. Already this year, he’s worked approximately 20 cases, with six or seven still open and pending further investigation. Momphard described vehicle camping as a related issue, involving people living in their cars or recreational vehicles. They move around, but often leave litter behind. Eventually, the recreational vehicles get abandoned and often used as garbage dumpsters. He once found a boat filled with trash. Tracking dumped vehicles back to their most recent owners can be difficult because the previous owner often doesn’t remember to whom they sold it, though they are required to report the transfer to the Department of Motor Vehicles within 10 days. On Wednesday Momphard patrolled Roberts Mountain and the Callahans, from Dillard through Melrose, checking the problem areas and looking for new ones. He recognizes old dumping sites and knows when new trash has been mixed in. At every wide spot in the mountains, he pulls over and looks down the bank. Any new trash gets assigned a case number, after which Momphard notifies the Public Works Department for a clean-up job by their work crew, comprised of people on probation working off their penalties. In addition to offensive littering, a class C misdemeanor, Momphard looks for evidence of crimes such as depositing trash near waters, criminal trespass and even criminal mischief if the land is damaged or the cost of the cleaning and repair is excessive. The sheriff’s office, and especially Momphard, is making arrests on those misdemeanors rather than issuing citations, and finding that many offenders are surprised to learn their conduct was a crime rather than a simple violation. Momphard found multiple new dumps Wednesday, mostly in the Kent Creek, Strickland Canyon and Rice Creek areas. He covers the entire county and varies his searches and investigations from week to week, patrolling distal areas such as Azalea and Reedsport at different intervals. His new cases Wednesday included a large television dumped near an older, burned dump site, a trench filled with trash near a popular shooting area and a mattress that slid down a hill alongside other household items. Momphard mentioned how the interior parts of mattresses are recyclable through the Solid Waste Department, and laughed when he found recyclable cans since many offenders complain about landfill fees: “They’re just throwing away money.” Commissioner Chris Boice told The News-Review he was the liaison to the Solid Waste Department when landfill fees were necessary to keep the department solvent and comply with Department of Environmental Quality regulations, which led to concerns that fees would lead to an increase in illegal dumping. Based on that, the county created a financial model by which solid waste revenues would have to be used on issues related to solid waste collection and removal. Within that model, they built the cost of an enforcement officer into the solid waste fee structure, with the goal of enforcement as a deterrent to illegal dumping. --- Patrick Moore is a reporter for The News-Review. Cleaning up the countywww.nrtoday.comThe criminal case against Codi Alan Neifert, 32, of Roseburg, seemed interesting enough on its face due to the combination of charges, but it was only half the story.

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