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DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. - Scammers are posing as officials from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) in an effort to scam community members out of money. Deputies have once again begun receiving reports from people contacted by phone by individuals posing as DCSO employees. The scammer will tell the intended victim they have missed some type of court appearance, failed to appear for jury duty, they owe fines or have a warrant for their arrest and eventually demands payment. The victim is often directed to immediately make payment or they face consequences including arrest. These are tactics that are never utilized by legitimate law enforcement agencies. It is critically important for our community to be aware of these tactics and to share them with their friends and family members, especially those who may be vulnerable to falling victim to the scams, such as the elderly members of the community. However, we also wish to remind the community not to focus too much on specific scam tactics; scammers often change their methods over time: * Scammers can easily obtain new phone numbers and will change them often. * Scammers may use “spoof” programs to make the Caller ID show an agency’s actual phone number. * Scammers may use the names of actual DCSO employees to make the call seem legitimate. * Scammers may obtain personal information about a victim online including their name, address, phone number, and the names of others in the home. * Scammers may initially contact victims by mail, email, or through social media. Due to the technology used in the scam – and the fact that scammers can be located anywhere in the world – it is virtually impossible to track the scammers or to get money back. “If anyone has any question about a possible scam call, they should call the law enforcement dispatch center at (541) 440-4471 and ask to speak to a deputy,” said Undersheriff Brad O'Dell. “The most important thing is to not send any money or agree to meet someone to make payment.” Featured News by Douglas County Sheriff
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. - Scammers are posing as officials from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) in an effort to scam community members out of money. Deputies have once again begun receiving reports from people contacted by phone by individuals posing as DCSO employees. The scammer will tell the intended victim they have missed some type of court appearance, failed to appear for jury duty, they owe fines or have a warrant for their arrest and eventually demands payment. The victim is often directed to immediately make payment or they face consequences including arrest. These are tactics that are never utilized by legitimate law enforcement agencies. It is critically important for our community to be aware of these tactics and to share them with their friends and family members, especially those who may be vulnerable to falling victim to the scams, such as the elderly members of the community. However, we also wish to remind the community not to focus too much on specific scam tactics; scammers often change their methods over time: * Scammers can easily obtain new phone numbers and will change them often. * Scammers may use “spoof” programs to make the Caller ID show an agency’s actual phone number. * Scammers may use the names of actual DCSO employees to make the call seem legitimate. * Scammers may obtain personal information about a victim online including their name, address, phone number, and the names of others in the home. * Scammers may initially contact victims by mail, email, or through social media. Due to the technology used in the scam – and the fact that scammers can be located anywhere in the world – it is virtually impossible to track the scammers or to get money back. “If anyone has any question about a possible scam call, they should call the law enforcement dispatch center at (541) 440-4471 and ask to speak to a deputy,” said Undersheriff Brad O'Dell. “The most important thing is to not send any money or agree to meet someone to make payment.”
DOUGLAS COUNTY Ore - Scammers are posing as officials from the Douglas County Sheriffs Off... More

04/30/2026

'A big personality for a miniature horse': The Kentucky Derby Museum’s undersized employee with a big job Featured News by Oregon Today News
'A big personality for a miniature horse': The Kentucky Derby Museum’s undersized employee with a big job
Mighty Aristides lives at the Kentucky Derby Museum year-round to help thoroughbreds trans... More

04/30/2026

Healthcare lags for Black, Hispanic and Native American Oregonians Featured News by Oregon Today News
Healthcare lags for Black, Hispanic and Native American Oregonians
This story was originally published by The Lund Report an independent nonprofit health new... More

04/30/2026

Oregon business owners get prison time in $18M real estate investment fraud Featured News by Oregon Today News
Oregon business owners get prison time in $18M real estate investment fraud
A judge Thursday sentenced the two owners of a Tigard-based real estate investment busines... More

04/30/2026

Oregon to pay $800K to man wrongfully convicted of murder in 1980s Featured News by Oregon Today News
Oregon to pay $800K to man wrongfully convicted of murder in 1980s
Forty years after an Oregon man was wrongfully convicted of murdering a coworker the state... More

04/30/2026

How to watch 76ers vs Celtics Game 6 streaming free tonight Featured News by Oregon Today News
How to watch 76ers vs Celtics Game 6 streaming free tonight
Tonights NBA Playoff slate features the Boston Celtics facing the Philadelphia 76ers in Ga... More

04/30/2026

6 injured, including suspect, in stabbing at Washington high school Featured News by Oregon Today News
6 injured, including suspect, in stabbing at Washington high school
Four students a security guard and the suspect were injured in a stabbing at a Tacoma Wash... More

04/30/2026

92-year-old Marine veteran rescued from Alabama swamp after his dog led searchers to him Featured News by Oregon Today News
92-year-old Marine veteran rescued from Alabama swamp after his dog led searchers to him
A cell phone strapped to a returning dog helped rescuers pinpoint the location of a missin... More

04/30/2026

🍷 Albany Downtown Wine Walk | May 1 🍷 The Albany Downtown Wine Walk returns from 4 to 8 p.m. tomorrow, bringing Oregon wineries into the heart of historic downtown. More than 20 wineries will be hosted by downtown merchants, so guests can taste their way along 1st and 2nd Avenues while exploring local shops, meeting friends, and making an evening of it. Tickets are $25 and include event entry, a wine glass, and five tasting tickets. Additional tasting tickets are available in sets of five for $5 during pre-sale and on the day of the event. Pre-sale tickets are available now through 3 p.m. on May 1 at the Albany Visitors Association, 122 Ferry St. SW. Regular tickets will also be available on the day of the event. On event day, the Albany Visitors Association will host Cardwell Hill Cellars. Guests will meet at 1st Ave. W to start the walk. Grab your tickets, invite your favorite tasting crew, and raise a glass to local businesses, Oregon wine, and a great cause. The Albany Downtown Wine Walk is hosted by the Rotary Club of Albany and funds community projects. #VisitAlbanyOregon #AlbanyOregon #DowntownAlbany #RotaryClubOfAlbany #CommunityProjectsPhotos from Albany Visitors Association's post Featured News by Albany Visitors Association
🍷 Albany Downtown Wine Walk | May 1 🍷 The Albany Downtown Wine Walk returns from 4 to 8 p.m. tomorrow, bringing Oregon wineries into the heart of historic downtown. More than 20 wineries will be hosted by downtown merchants, so guests can taste their way along 1st and 2nd Avenues while exploring local shops, meeting friends, and making an evening of it. Tickets are $25 and include event entry, a wine glass, and five tasting tickets. Additional tasting tickets are available in sets of five for $5 during pre-sale and on the day of the event. Pre-sale tickets are available now through 3 p.m. on May 1 at the Albany Visitors Association, 122 Ferry St. SW. Regular tickets will also be available on the day of the event. On event day, the Albany Visitors Association will host Cardwell Hill Cellars. Guests will meet at 1st Ave. W to start the walk. Grab your tickets, invite your favorite tasting crew, and raise a glass to local businesses, Oregon wine, and a great cause. The Albany Downtown Wine Walk is hosted by the Rotary Club of Albany and funds community projects. #VisitAlbanyOregon #AlbanyOregon #DowntownAlbany #RotaryClubOfAlbany #CommunityProjectsPhotos from Albany Visitors Association's post
Albany Downtown Wine Walk May 1 The Albany Downtown Wine Walk returns from 4 to 8 pm t... More

04/30/2026

Watch Stars vs Wild Game 6 live streaming for free tonight Featured News by Oregon Today News
Watch Stars vs Wild Game 6 live streaming for free tonight
Tonights NHL Playoff slate features the Dallas Stars facing the Minnesota Wild in Game 6 o... More

04/30/2026

Judge partially blocks Washington state law that can remove sheriffs for failing new standards Featured News by Oregon Today News
Judge partially blocks Washington state law that can remove sheriffs for failing new standards
A Thurston County judge temporarily blocked parts of a new law that could force the remova... More

04/30/2026

4 students, security guard injured in stabbing at Tacoma high school Featured News by Oregon Today News
4 students, security guard injured in stabbing at Tacoma high school
The incident was reported around 138 pm The Tacoma Police Department confirmed a suspect i... More

04/30/2026

Oregon to add 24 new electric vehicle charging stations across its highways Featured News by Oregon Today News
Oregon to add 24 new electric vehicle charging stations across its highways
Oregon is adding 24 more fast-charging electric vehicle stations across its major highways... More

04/30/2026

Two people hurt after chairlift malfunction causes fall at Ski Bowl Featured News by Oregon Today News
Two people hurt after chairlift malfunction causes fall at Ski Bowl
Fire crews are responding to Mt Hood Ski Bowl after two people fell from a chairlift after... More

04/30/2026

Watch Knicks vs Hawks game 6 streaming live for free tonight Featured News by Oregon Today News
Watch Knicks vs Hawks game 6 streaming live for free tonight
Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks take their 3-2 advantage to Atlanta tonight seeking ... More

04/30/2026

Pop star Britney Spears charged with DUI in California Featured News by Oregon Today News
Pop star Britney Spears charged with DUI in California
LOS ANGELES Britney Spears was charged in California on Thursday with driving under the i... More

04/30/2026

1 killed, 1 injured in chairlift malfunction at Mt. Hood Skibowl Featured News by Oregon Today News
1 killed, 1 injured in chairlift malfunction at Mt. Hood Skibowl
One person was killed and one was injured Thursday morning when a chairlift malfunctioned ... More

04/30/2026

VIDEO: Mississippi middle school students stop bus from crashing after driver blacks out Featured News by Oregon Today News
VIDEO: Mississippi middle school students stop bus from crashing after driver blacks out
The bus had just left the school with about 40 children on board when the driver passed ou... More

04/30/2026

Independence felon accused of sharing child sex abuse material online Featured News by Oregon Today News
Independence felon accused of sharing child sex abuse material online
Eric Spier 40 was arrested at his home in Independence on Thursday morning in connection w... More

04/30/2026

Camp where 28 died in deadly Texas flooding to stay closed in 2026 amid criticism Featured News by Oregon Today News
Camp where 28 died in deadly Texas flooding to stay closed in 2026 amid criticism
Camp Mystic says it will not operate in 2026 withdrawing its license application as famili... More

04/30/2026

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