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Deputies Incarcerated Woman for Injuring Her Husband at Hugo Area Residence
The Josephine County Sheriff's Office jailed a woman for injuring her husband in front of their children in the Hugo area last weekend. The Sheriff's Office reports deputies arrested 34-year-old Michelle Rose Wilde for the incident at a residence in the 5100-block of Tunnel Loop Road on Sunday at 3:28 p.m.. Deputies said a 12-year-old boy called 9-1-1 to report that his mother and father were physically fighting. The caller -- who was hiding outside after witnessing the altercation with his 13-year-old brother -- told dispatchers that his parents were bleeding, adding that they have been fighting and having issues for some time. Upon arrival, deputies discovered that the father was in need of stitches due to a cut on his eyebrow. They interviewed both parties, documented the evidence and placed Michelle Wilde into custody. The husband refused transport to the hospital. Wilde was transported to Grants Pass and lodged at the Josephine County Jail for Felony 4th-Degree Domestic Assault. She was being held without bail. The Sheriff's Office reported the incident including the "messy" condition of the house to the Child Welfare Division of the Oregon Department of Human Services.
Posted on 6/3/25 6:38AM by Sam Marsh
 

GP Police Collared Man on Outside Felony Warrant after High-Risk Traffic Stop
Grants Pass Police apprehended a man on an outside felony warrant following a high-risk weekend traffic stop in the downtown area. The Police Department reports officers arrested 32-year-old Christian William Bradley on Sunday morning after pulling over the vehicle he was riding in near the corner of NW 5th and A streets. Police said they were looking for Bradley because he was wanted on a Jackson County felony warrant for Parole Violation stemming from a past conviction for 1st-Degree Burglary. After officers pulled the vehicle over, K-9 "Kick" was deployed to assist and he was placed into custody without incident. According to the report, a 9-millimeter round was discovered in his back pocket and he was then found to be in possession of a 9-millimeter handgun. Both were seized as evidence. Bradley was lodged at the Josephine County Jail on a no-bail detainer, pending transfer to the Jackson County Jail in Medford. The Women's Crisis Support Team was called in to assist the unidentified female driver.
Posted on 6/3/25 6:30AM by Sam Marsh
 

GP Police Arrested Man for Fentanyl Possession at Morrison Centennial Park
Grants Pass Police arrested a man for drug possession at a city park last weekend. According to the Police Department, officers were performing a welfare check at Morrison Centennial Park on Sunday around 8:35 p.m. when they contacted 28-year-old Aleksandr Uchytil. Police said they received a report that Uchytil and a woman were doing drugs in the park. They observed foil in the suspect's lap, and he admitted that the foil had fentanyl on it and he had more on his person. The narcotics and drug paraphernalia were seized for destruction. Uchytil was lodged at the Josephine County Jail for Felony Possession of Fentanyl. He was also trespassed from Morrison Park for 30 days. His female companion was not arrested, but she was advised to move along.
Posted on 6/3/25 6:29AM by Sam Marsh
 

GP Motorist Cited after Weekend Crash on RR Highway that Injured 4 People
Four people were injured in a weekend crash on Rogue River Highway about three miles east of Grants Pass. The Oregon State Police reports troopers and emergency crews responded to the two-vehicle collision near milepost 3.5 of Highway 99 on Saturday evening. Troopers said an investigation determined that a Dodge Caravan driven by 25-year-old Nathen Allen Kent of Grants Pass swerved into the oncoming travel lane and collided head-on with a Toyota Tundra driven by 48-year-old Gary Lane Sauer of Kerby. They said Kent initially fled the scene, but later returned and was taken to Three Rivers Medical Center for evaluation. He was not impaired. Sauer and three passengers in the pickup were transported by ambulance to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage and were towed from the scene. Following the investigation, Kent was cited for Careless Driving and No Insurance.
Posted on 6/3/25 6:20AM by Sam Marsh
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IVFD and ODF Crews Extinguished Fire Involving 6 Vehicles Just South of CJ
The Illinois Valley Fire District and Oregon Department of Forestry responded to a fire involving several vehicles along Redwood Highway south of Cave Junction last weekend. On Sunday at 8:39 a.m., IVFD and ODF crews were dispatched to the incident in the 30,600-block of US Highway 199. IVFD officials said arriving units found six vehicles ablaze, with the flames spreading to the adjacent wildland. The fire was extinguished and contained in short order with minimal spread. There were no injuries reported. Officials said the cause of the fire was under investigation.
Posted on 6/3/25 6:18AM by Sam Marsh
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State Marine Board Urges Caution at Beginning of Water Recreation Season
If you plan on heading to local waterways in the near future, be prepared for lots of floating debris, very swift currents due to high water and cold water temperatures. The Oregon State Marine Board urges boaters to select a waterway that matches their skill levels, so they don't wind up getting in over their heads. The Marine Board advises boaters to plan ahead and check out their interactive boating access map. The map displays public boat ramps and local rules for boat operations. Also, check the weather forecast, water levels and tides. See if there are any reported obstructions and have the right gear for your boating activity. Oregon boaters are reminded that all children under 12 are required to wear a life jacket when underway on all boats -- motorized or non-motorized. All boaters in Class 3 whitewater rivers are required to wear a life jacket. Be courteous to other boaters and share the waterway. Stage your gear in the parking lot or staging area regardless of your boat type. This makes launching faster and everyone around you happier. In Oregon, all boaters must take a boating safety course and carry a boating safety education card when operating a powerboat greater than 10 horsepower. Paddlers of non-motorized boats 10 feet and longer are required to purchase a waterway access permit. For more information about safe boating in Oregon, visit "boat.oregon.gov."
Posted on 6/3/25 6:17AM by Sam Marsh
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Hellgate Jetboat Excursions Captain and Crew Help Save Life on the Rogue River
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A routine excursion turned into a life-saving mission last week when a Hellgate Jetboat captain and crew sprang into action to rescue a person found floating in the Rogue River. Last Thursday at about 9:30 a.m., just minutes after departing from the Hellgate Jetboat dock on a scheduled brunch excursion, the captain of the vessel spotted an unusual object in the water while navigating toward Hellgate Canyon. Upon closer inspection, it became clear that the object was a human body, floating face-up and motionless. The captain initially feared the worst, but was alerted to possible signs of life. With no hesitation, the captain alerted passengers and maneuvered the boat alongside the individual. With the help from several guests, they secured the person and navigated to the nearest shore for a safe rescue. Determining the woman required immediate medical attention, the captain brought her onboard and stabilized her. The crews requested emergency medical services to be on standby at the dock in Grants Pass. The boat returned to the dock where American Medical Response met the vessel, assisted the woman off the boat and transferred her to a gurney for further medical evaluation. Following the incident, the excursion resumed with all passengers safely reboarded and the boat continuing its journey. Travis Hamlyn, president of Hellgate Jetboat Excursions, said they are incredibly proud of their captain, crew and guests whose swift thinking and teamwork made a critical difference.
Posted on 6/3/25 6:12AM by Sam Marsh
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Local BLM Officials Restrict Certain Activities on Public Lands to Reduce Fire Risk
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To reduce the risk of human-caused fires, Bureau of Land Management officials have restricted certain activities on public lands in southwest Oregon. As summer approaches and the weather warms up, fuels are rapidly drying out and firefighters are responding to more fires. Al Mason, Fire Management Officer for the BLM's Medford District, said people should be prepared when they visit public lands this summer. He said to pack a shovel and fire extinguisher and follow the agency's fire restriction orders to help prevent fires. The public use restrictions that went into effect on June 1st include a few small steps you can take to help prevent fires. Smoking is prohibited while traveling except in vehicles on improved roads, in boats on the water and other designated locations. Power saw users must have a shovel and an 8-ounce or larger fire extinguisher and must maintain a fire watch for at least one hour after saw use. While traveling in a motor vehicle, visitors must have one shovel and one gallon of water or one 2-1/2-pound or larger fire extinguisher. This includes motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles. Fireworks are prohibited on BLM public lands along with exploding targets, metal targets and firing tracer or incendiary devices.
Posted on 6/3/25 6:11AM by Sam Marsh
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Josephine County Budget Committee to Focus on Departmental Funding on Wednesday
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The Josephine County Budget Committee will focus on departmental funding during its next meeting tomorrow morning. The Budget Committee will hear department presentations from the Sheriff's Office, District Attorney, Public Health, Public Works, Court Facilities and Airports at the 9 a.m. session in the Anne G. Basker Auditorium. In addition to the departments, the budget panel will hear a presentation from the Elected Official Compensation Committee. The public comment period allows each participant three minutes to address the Budget Committee. According to the agenda, the committee will deliberate on the budget if it’s the final meeting. That would include motions to approve the Compensation Committee recommendation, approve the budget and set the tax rate. If it's not the final meeting, the panel will schedule its next meeting and adjourn.
Posted on 6/3/25 6:09AM by Sam Marsh
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GP Motorist Cited after Weekend Crash on RR Highway that Injured Four People
Four people were injured in a weekend crash on Rogue River Highway about three miles east of Grants Pass. The Oregon State Police reports troopers and emergency crews responded to the two-vehicle collision near milepost 3.5 of Highway 99 on Saturday at 5:20 p.m.. Troopers said an investigation determined that a Dodge Caravan driven by 25-year-old Nathen Allen Kent of Grants Pass swerved into the oncoming travel lane and collided head-on with a Toyota Tundra driven by 48-year-old Gary Lane Sauer of Kerby. They said Kent initially fled the scene, but later returned and was taken to Three Rivers Medical Center for evaluation. He was not impaired. Sauer and three passengers in the pickup were transported by ambulance to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage and were towed from the scene. Following the investigation, Kent was cited for Careless Driving and No Insurance.
Posted on 6/2/25 10:41AM by Sam Marsh
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OSP Jailed Coos Bay Man for Causing Crash on I-5 in Sunny Valley and Fleeing
The Oregon State Police arrested a Coos Bay man for multiple crimes after he caused a weekend collision on Interstate 5 in Sunny Valley and fled the scene. OSP reports troopers responded to a hit-and-run crash and driving complaint on a GMC Sierra driven by 62-year-old Melvin Edward Lesher on I-5 near Sunny Valley Loop on Sunday at 10:44 a.m.. The complainant was identified as a 38-year-old Grants Pass man. He was not hurt. Troopers said they located the suspect vehicle and Lesher was driving recklessly for more than 15 miles. He attempted to elude troopers and they pursued until he wrecked. He bailed out of the pickup and tried to run away, but was Tased and placed into custody. According to OSP, Lesher displayed signs of impairment and he was transported to Three Rivers Medical Center where a blood warrant was granted and executed. A search of the pickup resulted in the seizure of about three grams of fentanyl. Lesher was subsequently lodged at the Josephine County Jail for Felony and Misdemeanor Attempt to Elude Police, Driving Under the Influence of Controlled Substances, Reckless Driving, Resisting Arrest, Fentanyl Possession and the resulting Probation Violation. He was being held on a no-bail detainer and his pickup was impounded.
Posted on 6/2/25 10:40AM by Sam Marsh
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OSP Nabbed 3 Motorists for Weekend Impaired Driving in Josephine County
The Oregon State Police arrested three motorists for impaired driving over the weekend in Josephine County. OSP reports the first incident occurred on Saturday at 3:08 p.m. when troopers pulled over a Chevrolet Silverado driven by 35-year-old Christopher Brousseau of Grants Pass near the intersection of NE Scenic Drive and Scoville Road. Brousseau was stopped for multiple traffic violations and he displayed signs of impairment. After performing poorly, he was transported to the Sobering Center where he provided a breath sample that exceeded the legal driving limit. The second incident happened on Saturday at 4:41 p.m. when troopers responded to an individual who called himself in for drinking and driving near milepost 80 of Interstate 5. Troopers contacted 47-year-old Joseph Godwin of Grants Pass who showed multiple signs of impairment. Godwin refused to participate in field sobriety tests, so he was taken to the Sobering Center where he provided a breath sample that was nearly four times the legal driving limit. The third incident took place on Sunday at 4:23 p.m. when troopers responded to five complaints about a Ford Fusion driven by 44-year-old Rebecca Maitz of Bakersfield, California, on southbound I-5 near milepost 62. Troopers said Maitz exhibited signs of impairment by narcotics and she performed poorly in sobriety tests.
Posted on 6/2/25 10:39AM by Sam Marsh
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