- Information for the Public Safety report and Courts in The New Era is sourced from local law enforcement and fire agencies. 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. Addresses provided generally denote the location of the incident or arrest, occasionally indicating the origin of the call.
- 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: LCSO (Linn County Sheriff’s Office); SHPD (Sweet Home Police Department); OSP (Oregon State Police); LCCC (Linn County Circuit Court); LCJC (Linn County Justice Court); SHMC (Sweet Home Municipal Court); LMC (Lebanon Municipal Court); AMC (Albany Municipal Court); LCS (Linn County Supervisory), OSPB (Oregon State Parole Board), FTA (failure to appear); FTC (failure to comply), DV (domestic violence). A roman numeral listed after a charge means that the charge is that numbered-degree: theft I (first-degree theft).
Note: Linn County Sheriff’s Office calls, which were not available at press time for the Aug. 6 paper edition, have been added.
Aug. 3
12:14 a.m. – Caller reported large group of people in altercation at Dam Bar, 6099 Main St.
Travis Tyler Gregg, 31, arrested for harassment, disorderly conduct II. Clinton Jeffery Gregg, 33, arrested for harassment, disorderly conduct II. Both cited and released.
2:11 a.m. – Caller reported disturbance in 1000 block 13th Ave. involving “lots of yelling” with several vehicles at location. Officer responded. Determined that there had been minor physical altercation involving juveniles, but not mandatory arrest situation. Parties separated, left location.
3:33 a.m. – Jamie Daniel Carpenter, 49, arrested on SHMC warrant for FTC in criminal driving case, Oregon Jamboree Main Gate on 18th Ave. Cited and released.
5:21 a.m. – Joseph Gene Salley, 53, arrested on LMC warrant for FTA in driving while suspended case, 1500 block Main St. Cited and released.
10:25 a.m. – Caller reported theft of camping gear at Trout Creek Campground, 50100 block Hwy. 20. Total loss valued at $2,200. Report taken.
10:30 a.m. – Caller reported vehicle hit in 4000 block Long St. Officer responded, info noted for insurance purposes.
3:48 p.m. – Deputies responded to report of male in distress at McDowell Creek Park. Deputies and park rangers hiked the entire trail system, were unable to locate anyone who needed help.
6:10 p.m. – Caller reported neighbor’s dog dug hole under fence in 4000 block Osage St. Caller’s niece stuck her hand into the hole and was bitten, caller reported. Officer responded. Child uninjured. Neighbors will resolve issue.
6:52 p.m. – April Denise Ferebee, 67, arrested by Baker County Sheriff’s Office on SHMC warrant in theft case. Cited to appear Aug. 27.
7:00 p.m. – Caller reported concerns about people loitering on dock at Gedney Creek Boat Ramp, 43700 block North River Dr., and not allowing boats to use it.
7:15 p.m. – Disturbance reported in 1700 block Dogwood St. Small child was reportedly pushed to ground. Findings to be reported to District Attorney’s Office.
7:31 p.m. – Male detailed after disturbance at Oregon Jamboree. Report to be forwarded to District Attorney’s Office.
9:25 p.m. – Caller reported elderly male left Oregon Jamboree grounds and was unaccounted for. Officer searched area, located male at campground.
10:17 p.m. – Christian Michael Rogers arrested by Albany police on SHMC warrant for FTA in theft case. Cited to appear Aug. 27.
10:24 p.m. – Caller reported group of juveniles trespassing on Oregon Jamboree grounds, 18th Ave. Officer responded, contacted security and juveniles. Investigation ongoing.
10:38 p.m. – Caller reported fire in 1000 block Wiley Creek Dr. Sweet Home firefighters and police responded. Fire, about 10 feet off roadway, was out on police arrival.
11:08 p.m. – Caller reported delivery vehicle sign stolen from Domino’s Pizza, 2128 Main St. Officer responded, noted info.
11:15 p.m – Amber Dawn Barton arrested at SHPD, 1950 Main St., on AMC warrant for FTA in probation violation case. Cited and released.
11:42 p.m. – Eric Raymond Shipp, 50, arrested for harassment after caller reported male had hit her in the head, 1400 block 22nd Ave. Cited and released.
11:45 p.m. – Desirae Estelle Johnson, 33, arrested on LMC warrant for FTA in criminal citation case, LCCC warrants for FTA in DUII, criminal misconduct II and FTA in case involving four counts of giving false information. 1100 block 55th Ave. Cited and released. Arrests came after caller reported dog was left in vehicle overnight with windows rolled up. Officer responded to that situation, found dog to be OK, counseled owner for leaving dog in vehicle.
Aug. 2
1:17 a.m. – Noah James Prewitt, 20, arrested for DUII, minor in possession of alcohol and wrong way on one-way street, 1300 block Long St.
1:39 a.m. – Caller reported neighbor’s dogs barking for two hours in 4600 block Mahogany Lane. Officer responded, noted that dogs were barking “excessively” on arrival. Unable to contact owners but will do so.
2:25 a.m. – Michael William Godin, 21, cited for failure to wear seatbelt, 4000 block Main St.
2:36 a.m. – LCSO reported possible alcohol poisoning at Chewy’s Pub and Grub, 1200 block 12th Ave. Male transported by medics. Report taken.
3:11 a.m. – Caller reported neighbor’s dogs continuing to bark, 4600 block Mahogany Lane. Officer unable to make phone contact with owners. Left voice message.
3:16 a.m. – Male transported by medics after reportedly breaking his leg in fall from roof, 2500 block Birch St.
8:23 a.m. – Caller reported vehicle ran up onto sidewalk, hit mailbox, 2300 block Main St. Officer responded. Caller decided they wanted to attempt to exchange information with vehicle operator before pursuing charges.
11:37 a.m. – Scott Fleury, 47, of Sweet Home, arrested for probation violation after deputy contacted him at illegal camp in 51600 block Hwy. 20. Report taken.
11:46 a.m. – Jesse Lane David, 30, arrested by Lebanon police on SHMC warrant for FTA in DUII case. Cited to appear Aug. 27.
3:47 p.m. – Natalie Williams, 25, of Lebanon, cited for boating under the influence, Foster Lake, 43600 block North River Dr. Report taken.
4:15 p.m. – Amber Welch, 24, of Lebanon, arrested for DUII, reckless driving, reckless endangering, 44000 block North River Dr. Report taken.
5:01 p.m. – Caller reported concerns about two boats driving dangerously close to each other. Deputy was unable to locate them.
9:12 p.m. – Joe Parkins, 47, of Sweet Home, cited for driving uninsured, 1800 block Foster Dam Rd.
9:17 p.m. – Michael Dashawn Ferebee cited for driving while suspended, driving uninsured and failure to register vehicle, North River Dr./Foster Dam Rd.
9:40 p.m. – Kaelen Taeler Stansbury, 23, of Sweet Home, arrested on warrant after LCSO responded to argument between friends in 36800 block Hwy. 228, Brownsville. Cited and released. Report taken.
9:58 p.m. – Bryan Allen Fry cited for driving while suspended, driving uninsured, Hwy. 228/Rowell Hill Rd.
10:06 p.m.- Kaelen Taeler Stansbury, 23, arrested by LCSO for FTC in SHMC disorderly conduct case. Cited to appear Aug. 27.
11:26 p.m. – Cameron Joseph Richards, 26, arrested for DUII and reckless driving, 3000 block Main St. Cited and released.
Aug. 1
7:14 a.m. – Caller reported vehicle that appeared to have caught fire abandoned at north end of 44th Ave. Officer responded, vehicle posted for removal.
8:05 a.m. – Caller reported male leaning over bridge in 1000 block Pleasant Valley Rd. Deputy responded, contacted male, who advised he was scanning river for fish. No crimes.
8:37 a.m. – Caller reported male threw large amount of trash into roadway in area of Main St./41st Ave. Officer responded, report taken for offensive littering.
10:17 a.m. – Larry Allen Langford, 74, arrested for failure to register as sex offender by deadline, SHPD, 1950 Main St.
10:19 a.m. – Caller reported theft of bicycle from 5300 block Main St. Officer responded, report taken for theft III. Value estimated at $75.
10:35 a.m. – Caller reported someone took out ignition switch at his house in 900 block 13th Ave. and there was vehicle parked in his driveway. Officer responded, report taken for attempted unauthorized use of motor vehicle.
11:14 a.m. – Caller reported vehicle hit one-way sign and went wrong way down 13th Ave. Officer responded, no injuries. Damage estimated at under $2,500.
1:57 p.m. – Deputy checked on illegal camp in 51200 block Quartzville Rd., which was unoccupied. Will check back later.
2:11 p.m. – Deputy responded to help U.S. Forest Service law enforcement officer deal with uncooperative camper, 51200 block Hwy. 20.
2:35 p.m. – Caller reported being assaulted and having her purse stolen in 1100 block 55th Ave. Officer responded, report taken for harassment and theft II. Loss estimated at approximately $150. Property owner asked to have caller trespassed.
3:39 p.m. – Deputy checked on illegal camp in 50100 block Quartzville Rd., which was unoccupied. Will check back later.
4:41 p.m. – Caller reported argument involving multiple people in 4800 block Main St. Officer responded, report taken for harassment.
5:52 p.m. – Bryanna Sue Harley, 33, arrested by Albany police on SHMC warrant for FTA in theft case. Cited to appear Aug. 27.
7:39 p.m. – Caller reported someone tried to enter her house in 700 block Dogwood within previous hour. Officer responded, reviewed footage. Caller requested extra patrol.
7:46 p.m. – Caller reported agitated male waving machete around, punched his girlfriend and knocked out her tooth at Northside Park, 1712 11th Ave.. Officer responded, separated the man from his weapon, and heard from one party who said behavior was defensive. Investigation continuing.
7:51 p.m. – LCSO reported group of juveniles calling 911 repeatedly, then hanging up. Officer responded to area of Long St./29th Ave., contacted juveniles who were counseled on their actions.
8:03 p.m. – Eli James Lundgreen, 27, of Tangent, cited for speeding, 52/35, Bishop Way/Hume St., Brownsville.
8:30 p.m. and following – Deputy visited multiple illegal camps and locations with RVs but no steel fire rings, left warnings.
9:21 p.m. – Overdose reported in 1400 block 24th Ave. Officer responded, assisted.
9:57 p.m. – Gary Alan Campbell, 51, arrested by Corvallis police on SHMC warrant for FTA in DUII case. Cited to appear Aug. 27.
10:22 p.m. – Malachi Andrew Robles, 27, of Lebanon, cited for driving without insurance, speeding, 58/35, 100 E. Bishop Way, Brownsville.
11:53 p.m. – Caller reported suicidal male in 39600 block Hwy. 228. When deputies arrived, male admitted he was just trying to manipulate caller, had no intentions of harming himself.
July 31
8:06 a.m. – Breanna Marie Johnston, 31, arrested for arson II at SHPD temporary shelter, 1950 Main St. According to SHPD, witness reported that a woman admitted to setting trash on fire near a wooded area East of 47th Avenue near Wiley Creek, which quickly spread into a brush fire. Based on the witness’s description and an officer’s prior observation of a matching individual leaving the area, police identified Johnston as a suspect and confirm her presence nearby through video surveillance. Lodged at Linn County Jail.
9:03 a.m. – Caller from Oregon Bar Association reported that male was sending threatening emails to Bar Association. Officer responded, checked with neighbors on male’s location and learned that male no longer lives in Sweet Home. Advised Lebanon police and agencies where male is believed to be residing.
1:40 p.m. – Caller reported someone broke her window in 600 block 3rd Ave. Officer responded, report taken for criminal mischief III. Value estimated at $50.
1:59 p.m. – Caller reported medicine stolen from her purse, 3000 block Main St. Officer responded, report taken for theft III. Value estimated at $15.
3:30 p.m. – Caller reported that car had apparently hit fence in 1200 block Albatross Court. Officer responded, report taken for criminal mischief II. Damage estimated at $500.
3:53 p.m. – Caller reported theft at Dollar Tree, 2414 Main St. Officer responded, report taken for theft III. Value estimated at $20.
4:58 p.m. – Caller reported phone stolen from Dollar General, 1937 Main St. Officer responded, report taken for theft II. Value estimated at $400.
6:24 p.m. – Crash reported in area of Main St./49th Ave. Non-injury. Drivers identified as Monika Griffiths and Mathew Scott Levesque. Damage estimated at under $2,500. Drivers exchanged info. Report taken.
7:07 p.m. – Joni Jean Finch, 44, arrested on AMC warrant for FTA in assault case, 2000 block Main St. Cited and released.
7:37 p.m. – Christopher Michael Lindner, 53, arrested on AMC warrant for contempt of court, LMC warrant for FTA in criminal citation case. SHPD temporary shelter, 1950 Main St. Cited and released.
9:04 p.m. – Earl Ryan Dodge, 31, arrested on LCCC warrant for FTA in possession of meth case after he reportedly entered Sweet Home Police station, 1950 Main St., and threatened to fight officer if contacted. Cited and released.
9:21 p.m. – Caller reported teens doing cookies, harassing customers in parking lot at Thriftway, 621 Main St. Officer responded, located vehicle driving on pile of dirt. Operator counseled for behavior and then left location.
10:21 p.m. – Mica Deann West, arrested by Wasco County Sheriff’s Office on SHMC warrant for FTA in DUII case. Cited to appear Aug. 27.
July 30
8:48 a.m. – Caller reported female camping in Sankey Park, 877 14th Ave., which was closed for Oregon Jamboree. Officer responded, contacted female, who was advised to move along.
11:18 a.m. – Caller reported that when driving through 900 block Long St., male pulled out what appeared to be a rifle, though it was not being pointed at anyone or used in a threatening manner. Officer responded, contacted male, who surrendered a BB gun for safekeeping.
1:05 p.m. – Caller reported male walking in front of log truck, yelling “Hit me.” 5400 block Main St. Officer responded, located male, who did not appear to be suicidal. No further information.
1:42 p.m. – Zackery Todd Pickle arrested by LCSO on SHMC warrant for FTA in harassment case. Cited to appear Aug. 27.
3:01 p.m. – Dominique Sartuche-Doan, 41, of Brownsville, arrested for DUII, reckless driving and two counts of reckless endangering, Brush Creek/Marcola roads. Report taken.
5:14 p.m. – Theft reported from illegal camp near Milepost 5, 46400 block Quartzville Rd. Backpack containing miscellaneous personal items, paperwork, was missing. Total loss valued at $160. Report taken.
5:40 p.m. – Emma McCubbins, 21, of Sweet Home, cited for speeding, Hwy. 20/Santiam Terrace.
6:27 p.m. – Theft reported at campsite off NF 11 Road, 51300 block Quartzville Rd. Items missing included purse, baby-sized tennis shoes, breast feeding supplies, sleeping bags and camp cookware. Total value estimated at $405. Report taken.
7:09 p.m. – Caller reported getting text from female in interchange that has occurred over past two weeks. 1600 block Elm St. Officer responded. Report taken for telephonic harassment.
7:21 p.m. – Caller reported female camping in Sankey Park, 877 14th Ave., which was closed for Oregon Jamboree. Officer responded, contacted female, who was advised not to return to park during event.
8:35 p.m. – Robert Lee Edblom, 35, arrested by Corvallis police on SHMC warrant for FTC in theft case. Cited to appear Aug. 27.
9:03 p.m. – Caller reported gang fight that was supposed to occur at Zelkova Park (Quarry Park), 3103 Zelkova St. Officer responded, unable to locate anyone in area. Will continue to patrol area.
9:49 p.m. – Off-duty officer reported vehicle doing cookies in Husky Field parking lot, 1000 block 22nd Ave. Officer responded, contacted camp host who declined to press charges.
July 29
5:31 a.m. – Regina Marie Frier, 55, arrested by Benton County Sheriff’s Office on SHMC warrant for FTA in placing offensive substance case. Cited to appear Aug. 27.
7:25 a.m. – Brent Anthony Prather, 37, arrested on LCJC warrant in trespassing case, 1950 Main St. Cited and released.
8:00 a.m. – Don Holt, 65, arrested for assault IV, probation violation and failure to report as sex offender, 1500 block Tamarack St. Lodged at Linn County Jail.
10:46 a.m. – Jose Guadalupe Gutierrez-Ojeda arrested on LCCC warrant for contempt of court, LMC warrant for failure to obey traffic control device case. 1200 block 44th Ave. Cited, then transported to Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center on detention warrant for mental health-related hold, according to SHPD.
11:37 a.m. – Larry Allen Langford arrested for driving while suspended, failure to register as sex offender, 800 block Main St. Cited and released.
1:15 p.m. – Caller reported juvenile walking in robe and slippers, raising concerns for caller, 1300 block Clark Mill Rd. Officer responded, contacted juvenile, who was walking home from friend’s house. No issues. Parent was advised.
5:05 p.m. – Caller reported neighbor hit her house with his vehicle in 1100 block 18th Ave. Officer responded, incident occurred on private property so parties exchanged information, will be handling civilly.
5:08 p.m. – James Jonathan Scott Georgelis arrested by Lebanon police on SHMC warrant for FTA in hit and run case. Cited to appear Aug. 27.
6:06 p.m. – Caller reported neighbor’s dog bit her son in 1100 block 46th Ave. Officer responded, contacted caller, who said her child was OK and the matter was handled civilly.
6:39 p.m. – Caller reported juvenile climbing on top of toilets at Strawberry Park, 1300 Westwood Lane. Officer responded but was unable to locate juvenile.
8:41 p.m. – Carrie Ann Giles, 44, arrested for driving while suspended after caller reported female who seemed intoxicated drove up to Northside Park, 1712 11th Ave., got out of her vehicle with a baseball bat and started walking toward the river, telling a caller who reported the incident that she was not going to hurt them.
July 28
1:54 a.m. – Hailey Dawn Ziems, 29, arrested by OSP on SHMC warrant for FTA in theft case. Cited to appear Aug. 27.
7:46 a.m. – Clifford Lawrence Stoner, 52, arrested on LCCC warrant for probation violation in and FTA in criminal mischief case. SHPD, 1950 Main St. Lodged at Linn County Jail.
8:30 a.m. – Caller reported bag of clothes and wigs left on her property in 3100 block Main St. Also reported that she was missing items. Officer responded. Property seized.
10:06 a.m. – Caller reported her daughter had kicked her in the face two days previously. Officer responded, report taken for assault IV.
10:57 a.m. – Crash reported in area of Main Street/15th Ave. Operators were Mary Marschall and Tyler Cain. Damage under $2,500, parties exchanged information. Cain, 26, cited for driving while suspended, driving uninsured.
11:07 a.m. – Caller reported male who had been trespassed from location in 1800 block Tamarack continues to let his dog defecate in caller’s yard. Officer responded, contacted dog owner who was warned for dog as public nuisance, trespassed from location.
11:16 a.m. – Caller reported someone had opened T-Mobile account in his name. 2200 block Main St. Report taken for identity theft.
12:06 p.m. – Michael Dean Stratman, 23, arrested after he turned himself in at SHPD, 1950 Main St.,on SHMC warrant for FTC in DUII and for AMC warrant for contempt of court. Cited and released.
12:18 p.m. – Austyn Mitchell Lee Clark, 31, arrested by Albany police for FTC in criminal driving case. Cited to appear Aug. 27.
1:02 p.m. – Caller reported two camps set up near railroad tracks on 18th Ave. Campers to be trespassed.
1:41 pm. – Don Holt, 65, arrested for assault IV-domestic after report that female had been assaulted several days earlier by an ex-boyfriend. 1500 block Tamarack St.
15:12 p.m. – Stephanie Irene Starkweather, 37, arrested on Linn County warrants for FTA in possession of controlled substance-meth and FTA in two criminal citation cases, and for SHMC warrant for FTA in theft case. 12th Ave./Kalmia St. Cited and released. Also, during arrest, officer located tin foil with burn residue. Report taken for PCS-meth.
4:23 p.m. – Linda Eveline Kennedy, 35, arrested after she turned herself in at SHPD, 1950 Main St., on SHMC warrant for initiating false report. Cited and released.
5:30 p.m. – Jay Boyd Marsh, 60, arrested by Lebanon police on SHMC warrant for FTC in theft case. Cited to appear Aug. 27.
5:53 p.m. – Michael Evan Matthews, 40, arrested by Lebanon police on SHMC warrant for FTA in trespassing case. Cited to appear Aug. 27.
6:57 p.m. – Bryan James Watts, 50, arrested by Corvallis police on SHMC warrant for FTC in FTA case. Cited to appear Aug. 27.
9:23 p.m. – Michael Brian Fain, 37, of Burns, arrested following single vehicle crash near Milepost 46 on Hwy. 20 east of Sweet Home. According to OSP, male driver of Chevy Silverado showed signs of intoxication and agreed to field sobriety tests. Fain transported to Lebanon Police Department, where his blood alcohol content was measured at .17%, according to OSP.
Cited for DUII, reckless driving.
July 27
7:16 a.m. – Dana Tate, 50, of Brownsville, cited on two counts of dog as public nuisance, 27900 block Seven Mile Lane. Report taken.
10:59 a.m. – Caller reported trailer parked in 1100 block Ironwood for more than three weeks. Officer left voicemail with resident, advising them to clear vehicles.
11:13 a.m. – Caller reported hit and run at Downtown Lounge, 1234 Main St. Officer responded, information noted.
1:13 p.m. – Deputy took report of wallet, several hats stolen from unlocked vehicle from Lake Shore Park (Poverty Beach), 1400 block 60th Ave. Estimate value $250. Report taken.
1:46 p.m. – Illegal camp located at Rocky Top Bridge, 49700 block Quartzville Rd. Occupants stated they were leaving.
3:41 p.m. – Litter reported near timber gate in 43100 block Marks Ridge Dr.
4:38 p.m. – Assault reported in 51200 block Quartzville Rd. Investigation ongoing. Report taken.
5:29 p.m. – Off-duty officer spotted male littering in 1500 block Main St. Report taken for offensive littering.
6:07 p.m. – Caller reported juveniles messing with portable restrooms at Strawberry Park, 1300 Westwood Lane. Officer responded, cleaned up toilet paper, notified Oregon Jamboree.