

Published on: 07/18/2025
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Lane Co. SO release - The deceased victim in this case was identified as Patricia Marie McSperitt, 56, of Lorane. -- On July 16th at about 6 p.m., Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a shooting in the 28600 block of W. Hill Road, east of Lorane. Deputies located a victim at the location who was deceased. Detectives and deputies began searching for the suspect, identified as Ralph William McSperitt, 56, of Lorane. On July 17th at about 12:30 a.m., McSperitt was located in front of the Lane County Jail. Deputies and Eugene Police officers arrested McSperitt without further incident. He was lodged at the Lane County Jail on a charge of Murder in the 2nd Degree. Additional charges may be added. The identity of the deceased is being withheld pending next of kin notification. Thanks to the Oregon State Police, Cottage Grove Police Department, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Eugene Police Department, and Federal Bureau of Investigation for their assistance on this case.
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