- Information for the Public Safety report and Courts in The New Era is sourced from local law enforcement and fire agencies. Addresses provided generally denote the location of the incident or arrest, occasionally indicating the origin of the call. Incident details, which may not always be available from agencies in time for publication in our weekly paper edition, are often updated online at sweethomenews.com as information becomes available. Also, due to space limitations in our paper editions, content may be restricted to the most recent information, and a more extensive version of the Public Safety Report will be available at sweethomenews.com.
- It is crucial to emphasize that our reporting of an individual’s arrest or citation for a crime does not imply guilt. Determination of guilt can only be established through legal proceedings in court. We commit significant effort to following through as cases move through the judicial process.
- Following is a list of abbreviations that may appear in our log reports: CSO (community services officer); LCSO (Linn County Sheriff’s Office); SHPD (Sweet Home Police Department); OSP (Oregon State Police); CTC (Cascade Timber Consulting); LCCC (Linn County Circuit Court); LCJC (Linn County Justice Court); SHMC (Sweet Home Municipal Court); LMC (Lebanon Municipal Court); AMC (Albany Municipal Court); FTA (failure to appear); FTC (failure to comply). A roman numeral listed after a charge means that the charge is that numbered-degree: theft I (first-degree theft).
Dec. 7
12:48 a.m. – Charles Fredrick Nixon, 57, cited for no valid operator’s license, driving uninsured, Main St./15th Ave. Warned for expired registration, failure to maintain lane.
1:17 a.m. – Hit and run reported in area of Harrison/Manning roads. Officer did not observe damage.
7:44 a.m. – Renee Irene Weidner arrested on LJC warrant for harassment after caller reported female banging on windows and doors in 1100 block Elm St. Cited and released, trespassed from location.
8:54 a.m. – Caller reported customer damaged fueling station in 33100 block Hwy. 228, Halsey. According to LCSO, two offenders removed the fuel selection buttons from a gas pump and spray painted a trash can. Report taken for criminal mischief.
10:26 a.m. – Caller reported male threw metal ball at her head, 1000 block Mountain View Rd. According to SHPD, an adult female sustained a head injury and was treated by medical personnel. Officers documented evidence at the scene and interviewed witnesses. During the initial investigation, officers received information indicating that a metal object may have been involved. However, according to SHPD, that item has not been recovered, and detectives are continuing to work to determine exactly what occurred. The case remains an active investigation. No arrests had been made as of Monday. Report taken for assault II.
11:49 a.m. – Overdose reported in 40900 block Hwy. 228. Deputy responded. Further information unavailable.
1:34 p.m. – Deputy responded to stranded motorist in ditch in area of 1st St./Seefeld Dr., Halsey. Friends arrived to pull her out.
1:49 p.m. – Caller reported that people have built shack and are living on his property in 1000 block Nandina St. Also reported chainsaw, described as a red Bauer 24-inch model valued at $90, was stolen. Report taken for theft III. Officer advised male that he needed to leave transient camp on city property at 1400 Nadina St. Investigation continuing.
5:17 p.m. – Caller reported a male, estimated at 17 to 20 years old, came to his door in 800 block Maple St. claiming to be a Cub Scout selling wreaths. The caller purchased one for $40. The wreaths were never delivered and other community members reported similar experiences. Report taken for fraud.
9:30 p.m. – Caller from 33100 block Hwy. 228, Halsey, requested welfare check on customer. Deputy responded and transported customer to local hospital per customer’s request.
Dec. 6
12:23 p.m. – Caller reported male standing on sidewalk at Long St./12th Ave. “being creepy.” Officer responded, encouraged male to move along.
2:03 p.m. – Caller reported two males fighting in 1500 block Main St. Officers responded, determined altercation was more verbal than physical, trespassed male from location.
2:49 p.m. – Caller reported she had someone watching her animals in 300 W. Holley Rd. and that she had concerns about how well they were being cared for. Officer responded, determined there was no evidence of a crime. Investigation continuing.
6:13 p.m. – Officer responded to disturbance in 200 block W. Blakeley Ave., Brownsville. According to LCSO, siblings were in argument over online gambling game in which one sibling allegedly had spent the other’s money and lost a substantial amount. An agreement was reached.
9:18 p.m. – Caller from A&W, 1010 Main St., reported male asking for free items, letting his dog run around, acting suspiciously. Officer responded, contacted male, who moved along.
9:36 p.m. – Male, 17, arrested at SHPD, 1950 Main St., on six counts of sexual assault, four counts of sexual penetration, two counts of rape, one count of sodomy I and one count of display child-sexual conduct. According to SHPD, the male allegedly had been involved in “reported incidents involving a younger family member. The investigation is ongoing, and all appropriate child protection procedures and partner-agency protocols were followed.” Lodged at Oak Creek Youth Correctional Facility.
11:34 p.m. – Anson Philip Grazer, 49,. Arrested on LMC warrant for probation violation in resisting arrest case. Heather Mae Kelly, 46, arrested on LMC warrant for FTA in theft case, AMC warrant for FTA in trespass case, and SHMC warrants for FTA in six theft cases, two trespassing cases and one warrant in harassment case. 1800 block Main St. Both cited and released.
Dec. 5
12:23 a.m. – Caller reported vehicle blocking car charging station in 1200 block 10th Ave. for eight hours. Officer responded, determined vehicle was unoccupied and was unable to locate owner. Will attempt to contact owner.
1:07 a.m. – Caller reported people in house and on property in 1100 block 55th Ave. that don’t belong there. Officer contacted caller, who was advised on options.
5:07 a.m. – Caller reported suspicions about male who had large package with shipping label strapped to his bike in area of Long St./10th Ave. Officer was unable to locate.
11:09 a.m. – Caller reported package stolen from front porch in 2200 block Long St. Package contained barbecue valued at $150. Video evidence provided.
11:15 a.m. – Rhonda Rae Sparks, 40, cited on LMC warrant for FTA in two criminal citation cases. 3100 block Main St.
12:56 p.m. – Caller reported his EBT used at Midway Grocery, 3239 Main St., after his wallet was stolen in Lebanon, which he had reported to Lebanon police. Report taken for fraudulent use of credit card.
1:23 p.m. – Caller reported fraudulent use of credit card at SpeeDee Mart, 1501 Main St. Report taken.
1:37 p.m. – Deputy contacted hunter walking down road in 45000 block Quartzville Rd. Hunter’s vehicle had been locked in on MS300 and 400 lines. Deputy helped him get his vehicle out and escorted him off property, with trespass warning.
4:38 p.m. – Thomas Joseph Lee Burke, 46, arrested by Cottage Grove police on SHMC warrant for FTA in telephonic harassment case. Cited to appear Jan. 14.
7:11 p.m. – Caller reported fireworks in area of Dew/Liberty roads. Deputy sat in area but was unable to locate fireworks activity.
Dec. 4
2:37 a.m. – Micah Lee Stewart, 25, arrested for possession of controlled substance – meth, 5300 block Main St. Also cited for failure to signal 100 feet before turn. Cited and released.
2:52 a.m. – Steven Anthoney Young, 31, arrested by Albany police on SHMC warrant for FTA in disorderly conduct case. Cited to appear Jan. 14.
8:00 a.m. – Caller reported concerns about trucks violating “No Thru Truck” signs in area of Falk Rd./Seefeld Dr.
10:04 a.m. – Caller reported fraud, 25200 block Rice Rd. Female victim lost approximately $50,000 to scammers. Investigation ongoing. Report taken.
11:10 a.m. – Richard Leland Jr., 58, of Sweet Home, arrested on felony warrant, 39600 block Hwy. 228. Report taken.
11:43 a.m. – Alicia Nicole Shaddon, 27, arrested by LCSO on SHMC warrants in criminal driving, criminal mischief cases. Cited to appear Jan. 28.
12:36 p.m. – Caller reported criminal mischief involving cut livestock fences in 29900 block Manning Rd., Brownsville. Report taken.
12:51 p.m. – Caller reported male approached him an hour earlier at Thriftway, 621 Main St., and told caller he was from Dubai and needed to sell some jewelry to help him get home to Los Angeles. Caller gave male $200 for jewelry, which turned out to be fake. Officer responded, information noted.
2:37 p.m. – Caller reported neighbors have multiple dogs in 1000 block 13th Ave. and “they scream and cry” all day and owners just scream at them to stop. Ongoing issue. Code enforcement advised.
4:13 p.m. – Caller reported male neighbor threatened caller’s 14-year-old daughter with Taser, stated that he would start tasing her every day that caller’s dog is not muzzled, 1200 block 23rd Ave. Officer responded, determined that actions were not criminal but will contact neighbor and counsel him for his actions.
8:09 p.m. – Young driver counseled on speeding through neighborhood, 400 block Kay Ave., Brownsville.
11:09 p.m. – Kaitlin Chandra Lagene Lay, 29, arrested on SHMC warrant for FTA in endangering welfare of minor case, LMC warrant for FTA in criminal citation and LCSO warrant for FTC in theft case, 1500 block Main St. Lodged at Linn County Jail.
11:28 p.m. – Dallas Andrew Samson, 43, arrested for theft II after caller reported that son’s stolen Airpods were pinging in area. 1600 block Long St. Cited and released.
Dec. 3
12:24 a.m. – Shallen Renae Sandoval, 27, arrested on LMC warrant for probation violation in DUII case. Lloyd David Leininger, 32, cited for no valid operator’s license, failure to register vehicle, 1300 block Main St. Both cited and released.
7:24 a.m. – Theft reported on CTC property in 46400 block Quartzville Rd. According to LCSO, this was a theft from an active logging site. A padlock was cut to steal a Stihl chainsaw and Stihl cutoff saw. Damage and loss estimated at $2,993.99.
9:29 a.m. – Illegal camping reported in 40300 block Hwy. 228. Tent on private property.
10:59 a.m. – Caller reported two abandoned vehicles in area of 46th Ave./Airport Lane. Code enforcement advised.
11:44 a.m. – Juvenile arrested for unlawful use of weapon, menacing and harassment in 28700 block Liberty Rd. According to LCSO, a physical altercation occurred between the juvenile and a parent; during the altercation the juvenile pulled out a knife, which was taken away without any injuries. The juvenile was taken to juvenile detention. Report taken.
12:23 p.m. – Caller reported individuals living in multiple different sheds and outbuildings in 4200 block Main St. Officer responded, observed conditions reported by caller. Multiple violations to be handled separately.
2:34 p.m. – Matthew Charles Jennings arrested for driving while suspended, after allegedly failing to stop for school bus, 4100 block Main St.
4:01 p.m. – Juan Dedios Ocon, 32, cited for failing to register as sex offender, SHPD, 1950 Main St.
4:18 p.m. – Jason Woodall, 54, of Veneta, cited for failing to carry proof of insurance, 26500 block Hwy. 99, Halsey.
10:32 p.m. – Caller reported people in Sankey Park, 877 14th Ave., being loud. Officer responded, contacted female whose children were playing, advised them of park hours. They were to move along.
11:30 p.m. – Caller from Sun Motel reported male in another unit keeps coming over to her area. Asked that he be trespassed. Officer responded, traspassed male from location.
Dec. 2
1:58 a.m. – Jason Daryl Walter, 49, arrested on Benton County Circuit Court warrant for FTA in driving while suspended case, Deschutes County Circuit Court warrant for FTA in driving while suspended case, 1900 block Long St. Desirae Estelle Johnson cited for driving while suspended, driving uninsured. Walter lodged at Linn County Jail.
3:59 a.m. – Overdose reported in 1000 block Mountain View Rd. Officer responded. Male transported to hospital by family member.
8:56 a.m. – Jesse Lane David, 30, arrested by LCSO on SHMC warrant for FTA in DUII case. Cited to appear Jan. 14.
10:46 a.m. – Timber gate vandalized in 27900 block High Deck Rd. According to LCSO, logging road gate that was completely pulled out of the ground. Damage estimated at approximately $3,000. Report taken for criminal mischief.
11:39 a.m. – Caller from Sweet Home High School, 1641 Long St., reported individual walking through campus, starting arguments with students. Officer responded, will be on lookout for male, who caller asked to be trespassed.
1:36 p.m. – Corey Dean, 51, of Sweet Home, cited for warrants, 25000 block Springer Rd. Report taken.
2:11 p.m. – Wendie Clark, 54, of Sweet Home, arrested on outstanding warrants, 45500 block Hwy. 20, Foster. Report taken.
3:21 p.m. – Deputy provided traffic control while tractor-trailer rig was pulled out of ditch by tow truck in 39000 block Hwy. 228.
5:05 p.m. – Caller reported open door on building in 1000 block W. 1st St., Halsey. Building secured by deputies.
9:03 p.m. – Jhenna Marie Lynn Lance arrested at Linn County Jail on SHMC warrants for FTA in two criminal trespass cases. Cited to appear Jan. 14.
Dec. 1
1:51 a.m. – Christopher Jayne, 36, of Albany, cited on warrant following non-injury crash in 28000 block Pleasant Valley Rd. Also cited for careless driving. Report taken.
7:01 a.m. – Caller reported two juveniles broke board off Weddle Bridge at Sankey Park, 877 14th Ave. Officer responded, report taken. Caller requested that juveniles be counseled and excluded from location.
7:20 a.m. – Caller reported Post Office employees parking in two-hour parking zone for more than two hours. Officer responded, will contact postmaster during business hours.
10:30 a.m. – Caller from Samaritan Sweet Home Physical Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine, 646 Holley Rd., reported female camping at location during nights and asked that she be trespassed. Officer responded. Female was not at location. Officer to attempt to locate and trespass her.
10:47 a.m. – Deputies responded to assault at Central Linn Elementary School, 239 W.. 2nd St., Halsey. Report taken.
2:42 p.m. – Caller from Sweet Home Senior Center reported male asleep in bathroom, asked that officer check on him and encourage him to move on. Officer contacted male, who was OK and moved along.
2:55 p.m. – Citizen alerted deputy to threats of “doxing” through video game named Roblox. Information documented. 800 block W. 5th St., Halsey.
6:42 p.m. – Cody Michael Lobdell, 29, arrested at Linn County Jail on SHMC warrant for FTC in theft case. Cited to appear Jan. 14.
8:26 p.m. – Caller reported male at Mr. Lucky’s Deli, 1207 Long St., after being asked not to return. Officer responded, trespassed male from location and provided courtesy transport to different location.
10:04 p.m. – Scott Kevin Heinz, 38, arrested for driving while suspended, 2300 block Main St. Cited and released.