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1/5/26 - Deputies continue to find impaired drivers in the new year
The Lane County Sheriffโs Office does not have regular funding for a dedicated traffic team or deputy assigned to DUI enforcement. However, our deputies are committed to the safety of our community, and that includes patrolling our roadways.
๐ Plan your safe ride home ahead of time
๐บ If you drink or use drugs, do not drive for any reason
๐ If you know someone has been drinking or using drugs, don't let them drive
๐ If you host a party with alcohol, make sure all guests leave with a sober driver
๐ And please, always wear your seatbelt!
Drive safe in 2026 โ or better yet, get a ride!
On January 2nd at 9 p.m., a deputy observed a pickup run a red light westbound on Main Street in Springfield, then straddle both lanes. The deputy initiated a traffics top, however the vehicle did not stop until it was in Eugene. The deputy contacted the driver, Bryan Richard Like, 47, of Eugene, and observed signs of impairment. After additional investigation, Like was arrested for DUII.
On January 3rd at 9 p.m., a deputy responded to the 38400 block of Emerald Way, east of Springfield, for a report of a pickup rolled on its side. The deputy located the driver, Jake Ryan Martinez, 31, of Springfield, nearby and observed signs of impairment. After additional investigation, Martinez was arrested for DUII.
On January 4th at 2 a.m., deputies responded to a crash in parking lot on Holbrook Lane, Creswell. Deputies contacted the driver, Austin Mychal Lamb, 30, of Creswell, and observed signs of impairment. After additional investigation, Lamb was arrested for DUII.
At 5 p.m., deputies responded to assist Springfield Police officers after they located a vehicle that crashed into a gate at a residence on Jasper Road across from Clearwater Lane. The deputy observed signs the driver, Selah Mark Knapp, 38, of Springfield, was impaired. Knapp also had minor injuries. After further investigation, Knapp was arrested for DUII and Reckless Driving. He became uncooperative, and was lodged at the Lane County Jail on the charges. During booking, Knapp spit blood on deputies. Charges were added for Aggravated Harassment.
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01/06/2026
๐ปโโโ There is snow in the mountains! โโโ๐ป
On Monday evening, most Lane County Sheriffโs Search & Rescue volunteers were searching for the elderly woman missing near Elmira.
Several volunteers also responded to a forest road off of Brice Creek after a Tesla slid off the road in the snow. The driver was unsure exactly where they were, and unable to get back on the road. SAR volunteers located them and were able to assist with getting the vehicle back on the road and down the mountain.
Please follow these tips to stay safe when you explore the outdoors in our county:
โฐ๏ธ Always tell someone where you are going and when you plan to return.
๐จ๏ธ Know conditions before you leave - rain in the valley can mean ice up high!
๐๏ธ Be prepared to stay out overnight - even if you don't plan to get out of your car.
๐บ๏ธ Bring maps for offline navigation - cell service can be spotty!
๐ If you go on the water, ALWAYS wear a life jacket!
If you become lost, STAY PUT! Find a way to signal or make your location visible. Always carry a whistle and flashlight in the outdoors โ it just might save your life.
Nearly every week, Lane County Sheriff's Search & Rescue deputies and volunteers assist our residents and visitors in all types of environments. Learn more about our Search & Rescue program or donate to their work at: www.lanecounty.org/government/county_departments/sheriff_s_office/volunteers/search_and_rescue
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01/02/2026
12/31/25 - LCSO Case 25-6313
Traffic stop by sheriffโs deputy leads to drug dealing and gun charges
On December 31st, 2025 at 2 p.m., a deputy with the Lane County Sheriffโs Office observed a pickup with expired registration tags driving on River Road near Howard Avenue. The driver also appeared to be using a water pipe.
Deputies initiated a traffic stop and contacted the driver, Isaac James Spinks, 32, of Eugene. During a search of the vehicle, deputies located more than 29 grams of methamphetamine, two concealed, loaded handguns, counterfeit $20 bills, and other evidence.
Spinks was arrested and lodged at the Lane County Jail for the following charges:
- Unlawful Delivery of Methamphetamine
- Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine
- Forgery in the 1st Degree
- Two counts of Unlawful Possession of a FirearmPhotos from Lane County Sheriff's Office's post
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1/2/26 - Deputies arrest impaired drivers during New Years celebrations
The Lane County Sheriffโs Office does not have regular funding for a dedicated traffic team or deputy assigned to DUI enforcement. However, our deputies are committed to the safety of our community, and that includes patrolling our roadways.
๐ Plan your safe ride home ahead of time
๐บ If you drink or use drugs, do not drive for any reason
๐ If you know someone has been drinking or using drugs, don't let them drive
๐ If you host a party with alcohol, make sure all guests leave with a sober driver
๐ And please, always wear your seatbelt!
Drive safe in 2026!
On December 31st at 11 p.m., a deputy assigned to the Veneta contract observed an un-plated pickup driving poorly on Territorial Highway near Suttle Road, Elmira. The deputy initiated a traffic stop and observed signs the driver, Dustin Shane Huff, 44, of Junction City, was impaired. After additional investigation, Huff was arrested for DUII.
At 11:45 p.m., deputies responded to a report of a vehicle in the ditch at Cloverdale Road and Sears Road, east of Creswell. Deputies contacted the driver, Emily Rayann Hansen, 23, of Creswell, and observed signs of impairment. After additional investigation, Hansen was arrested for DUII.
On January 1st, 2026, at 11 p.m., deputies responded to a report of a vehicle driving in the River Road area with no front tires and damage to the front of the vehicle. An Oregon State Trooper located the vehicle on Howard Avenue in Eugene. Deputies contacted the driver, Mauricio Salazar Najera, 26, of Eugene, and observed signs he was impaired. After additional investigation, Najera was arrested for DUII. Despite searching the area, deputies were unable to determine where the crash had occurred.
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01/02/2026
Happy New Year from Sheriff Wilkerson
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01/01/2026
Our front counter will be closed Thursday, January 1st, 2026, in observance of New Years Day.
Thanks to our employees for their hard work and dedication. While some will spend tonight or tomorrow off with family and friends, many others will be working in service to our community.
Please enjoy tonight safely wherever youโll be celebrating!
#CommittedToJusticeAndIntegrity #HonoredToServe #SwornToProtect
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12/31/2025
And of course, #CplCarlton is working too! Lane County dispatchers keep emergency services running for holidayswww.registerguard.com
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12/31/2025
12/30/25 - Deputies respond to fatal crash, blocking crash, and DUI crash
On December 30th at 7 p.m. Lane County Sheriffโs deputies responded with fire personnel to a two-vehicle crash on Camas Swale Road near Sher Khan Road, west of Creswell, that was blocking traffic.
Initial investigation indicated a 2003 Toyota Tacoma crossed the center lane while negotiating a curve and struck an oncoming 1979 Mack dump truck.
Both drivers remained on scene and were cooperative. A passenger in the Tacoma, Randy Howard Beers, 65, of Creswell, was killed in the crash.
The Lane County Sheriffโs Crash Reconstruction Team was called out to assist. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
While investigating the fatal crash, a call came in at 8 p.m. of an injury crash on Cloverdale Road near Dale Kuni Road, east of Creswell, that was blocking the road. Deputies and fire personnel responded. Initial investigation did not determine anything criminal occurred, however one occupant was injured and transported to an area hospital.
About 10 minutes later, a call came in of a single-vehicle rollover crash on High Pass Road near Washburn Lane, west of Junction City. The driver, Ronald Wayne Pingelton, 37, of Eugene, was transported by fire personnel to an area hospital with injuries. Due to the extended response time of deputies from the two prior crashes, a Junction City Police Officer initially responded. A deputy contacted Pingelton at the hospital and observed signs of impairment. After additional investigation, Pingelton was arrested for DUII.
Thanks to South Lane County Fire & Rescue, Junction City Police Department, and Junction City Rural Fire Protection District for their assistance on these calls.
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12/29/25 - LCSO Case #25-6267
Driver killed in single vehicle crash on Lorane Highway
On December 29th at 8:30 p.m., Lane County Sheriffโs deputies responded with fire personnel to a single vehicle crash off Lorane Highway near Sutherlin Lane, south of Eugene.
The vehicle, a 2012 Jeep Wrangler, left the roadway for an unknown reason and struck a tree. The driver was the only occupant and was killed in the crash.
The cause of the crash is under investigation. The driver was identified as James Lee Blondell, 76, of Reedsport.
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12/29/25 - LCSO Case 25-6268
Armed felon from Eugene arrested after crash, fleeing on River Road
On December 29th at 11 p.m., a deputy in the River Road area of Eugene noticed a 2003 Chevy Trailblazer stopped in the middle of Irving Road. As the deputy turned around, the driver, Tyler Gene Dendy, 58, of Eugene, drove away at a high rate of speed. Due to traffic and being in a residential area, the deputy did not pursue.
Deputies monitored the vehicleโs location as it continued to drive recklessly on River Road. Deputies and officers from assisting agencies planned to spike the tires of the vehicle to slow it down. Before deputies were in position, the vehicle went off the road and stuck a concrete curb, flattening both driverโs side tires and slowing the vehicle. Deputies initiated a traffic stop, but Dendy continued driving for several miles before surrendering without incident.
During a search of the vehicle, deputies located a pistol, two daggers, ammunition, and substances that tested positive as methamphetamine and fentanyl. Dendy, a felon, was lodged at the Lane County Jail on the following charges:
- Fleeing or Attempt to Elude Police Officer by Vehicle
- Four counts of Reckless Driving
- Recklessly Endangering
- Three counts of Felon in Possession of a Restricted Weapon
- Possession of Firearm or Ammunition by Certain Persons Prohibited
- Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine
- Unlawful Possession of Fentanyl
Thanks to Junction City Police for their assistance on this case.Photos from Lane County Sheriff's Office's post
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