On Thursday, August 17, 2023, at approximately 9:27 P.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a vehicle versus pedestrian crash on Hwy-22E, near milepost 51, in Marion County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a 1995 Dolphin motorhome, operated by Douglas Scott Mulvahill (52) of Scio, was traveling eastbound on Hwy 22E when it struck a pedestrian, Jimmy Ray Graham (64) of Detroit, in the eastbound lane of travel. It is unknown why the pedestrian was in the roadway.
The pedestrian (Graham) was declared deceased at the scene.
The operator of the motorhome (Mulvahill) remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation. None of the motorhome occupants were injured.
The highway was impacted for approximately 3.5 hours during the on-scene investigation. The cause of the crash is being investigated.
OSP was assisted by Santiam Fire and Rescue and ODOT.
On Thursday, August 17, 2023, at approximately 1:50 P.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a single vehicle crash on Hwy-244, near milepost 45, in Union County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a Freightliner propane tanker truck, operated by James Dwayne Thomas (52) of Union, was eastbound when it left the roadway, overcorrected back onto the roadway, and rolled onto its side. The crash caused the vehicle to catch fire and by the time first responders arrived, the vehicle was fully engulfed in flames.
The scene was unsafe due to the propane fire and first responders were forced to secure the scene from a safe distance (½ mile) until fire fighters were able to extinguish the flames.
The single occupant of the vehicle, James Thomas, was declared deceased at the scene.
The highway was closed for 5.5 hours during the on-scene investigation.
OSP was assisted by the Union County Sheriff’s office, ODOT, La Grande Fired, Oregon Department of Forestry Fire, and La Grande Rural Fire.
On Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at approximately 5:10 A.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 84, near milepost 275, in Union County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a westbound Volvo (CMV) and trailer, operated by Ilker Ozgur (30) of Woodside (NY), lost control, flipped onto the passenger side and came to a rest with the trailer blocking the fast lane- top towards the west. A westbound Volkswagen Beetle, operated by Robert Eugene Floyd (60) of North Powder, struck the crashed trailer and ejected the operator (Floyd) from the vehicle. A westbound Freightliner (CMV) and trailer, operated by Jeffrey Miles Floyd (61) of Goose Creek (SC), also struck the crashed trailer, causing it to enter the median.
A third commercial motor vehicle, a Peterbilt and trailer, operated by Jerry Kent Gray (61) of North Power, struck debris in the roadway as it passed the crash site and became inoperable due to the damage.
The operator of the Volvo (Ozgur) was assessed for injury at the scene and declined medical transport.
The operator of the Volkswagen (Robert Floyd) was declared deceased at the scene.
The operator of the Freightliner (Jeffery Floyd) was injured and transported to a local hospital.
The operator of the Peterbilt (Gray) was not injured.
The highway was impacted for approximately 9 hours during the on-scene investigation. The investigation into the initial Volvo crash is under investigation. The secondary crashes, which involved the Volvo trailer, are also being investigated.
OSP was assisted by La Grande PD, La Grande Fire, and ODOT.
On Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at approximately 2:00 A.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a single vehicle crash on Interstate-84, near milepost 323, in Baker County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a white Toyota HiAce, operated by Martin Christopher Liccardo (46) of Salt Lake City (UT), was traveling eastbound on Interstate-84 when it began to swerve within both eastbound lanes of travel. The vehicle left the roadway onto the soft shoulder and began to roll multiple times before coming to a rest on its roof.
The operator (Liccardo) was declared deceased at the scene.
The highway was not impacted during the on-scene investigation.
OSP was assisted by ODOT.
On Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at approximately 12:38 P.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a multi-vehicle crash on Hwy-26, near milepost 52, in Washington County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a white Ford F-250, operated by Frederick Henry Kortlever (90) of Astoria, was eastbound when it left its lane of travel and crashed head-on with a silver GMC Savannah, operated by Erez Yair Mayer (50) of Portland, which was traveling westbound. A westbound black Honda civic, operated by John Larson (23) of Troutdale, struck the rear of the Ford F-250 after it came to a rest in the westbound lane.
The operator of the Ford F-250 (Kortlever) was declared deceased at the scene.
The operator of the GMC Savannah (Erez Mayer) was declared deceased at the scene. The passengers of the GMC, a 16 year old female and a 15 year old male, were transported to a local hospital with serious injuries.
The operator of the Honda Civic (Larson) and passenger, Alexander Baumgardt (21), were reportedly uninjured during the crash.
The highway was impacted for approximately 5.5 hours during the on-scene investigation.
OSP was assisted by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, Banks Fire and Rescue, and ODOT.
On Saturday, August 12, 2023, at approximately 7:05 P.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a vehicle versus bicycle crash on Hwy-164, near milepost 5, in Marion County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a bicyclist, Harley Auten (42) of Jefferson, was riding in the bike lane southbound on Hwy-164, through the intersection of Talbot Rd SE. A Dodge RAM 3500, operated by Brian Hammons (55) of Jefferson, turned from eastbound Talbot Rd onto southbound Hwy-164 and collided with the bicyclist.
The bicyclist (Auten) was transported to Salem Hospital where he was later pronounced deceased.
The operator of the Dodge (Hammons) left the scene after medical personnel arrived, but prior to LE arrival. Hammons turned himself into investigators on Sunday, August 13, and was lodged in the Marion County Jail for Hit and Run and Criminally Negligent Homicide.
The roadway was impacted for approximately 4 hours during the on-scene investigation. The investigation is on-going and no further information is available for release at this time.
Any witnesses of the incident are being asked to contact the Oregon State Police, referencing case SP23-252845.
OSP was assisted by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, Jefferson Fire District, and ODOT.
Oregon State Police- Focused Patrol – Clatsop County
The Oregon State Police will be enhancing our patrol efforts in Clatsop County over the weekend of Friday, August 11 through Sunday, August 13. The Seaside Volleyball Tournament, Astoria Regatta Celebration, and ongoing Buoy 10 Salmon Fishery will draw a significant number of motorists to the area and the increased traffic volume comes with an increased risk of traffic collisions. The Oregon State Police will be seeking the public’s assistance in ensuring safe highways for those who are traveling to and from these events, as well as those traveling through the area on other adventures.
OSP’s presence will be focused reducing violations of the Fatal Five categories- Speed, Occupant Safety, Lane Usage, Impaired Driving, and Distracted Driving (SOLID). These violations are statistically proven to contribute to serious injury and fatal crashes. We encourage motorists to plan ahead in order to avoid the need to rely on excessive speed, use their mobile devices, or operate their vehicles while impaired in order to get to and from their destinations.
Any media inquiries related to the focused patrol efforts this weekend can be submitted the OSPPIO@osp.oregon.gov
CORRECTION: Trampuz is the correct spelling for the Hyundai operator.
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On Saturday, August 5, 2023, at approximately 7:42 A.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a vehicle versus bicycle crash on Hwy-173, near milepost 1, in Clackamas County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a bicycle, operated by Mark Sorrenson Hendrickson (48) of Government Camp, was attempting to travel south from Timberline Lodge on SR-173. A white Hyundai Tucson, operated by Emilio Trampus (71) of Salem, was traveling north on SR-173 and failed to yield the right of way when he turned left at West Leg Rd, across the bicyclist’s lane. The bicyclist collided with the vehicle, was ejected from his bicycle, and became unresponsive in the roadway.
The bicyclist (Hendrickson) was declared deceased at the scene.
The Hyundai operator (Trampus) was not injured.
The roadway was impacted for approximately 2.5 hours while the on-scene investigation was conducted. The crash is being investigated by the Crash Reconstruction Unit.
OSP was assisted by Hoodland Fire and the Ski Bowl Patrol EMT.
On Sunday, August 6, 2023, at approximately 3:31 A.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a vehicle versus pedestrian crash on Hwy-11, near milepost 33.5, in Umatilla County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a pedestrian, Carlos Antonio Perez (27) of Kennewick (WA), was struck by a vehicle under unknown circumstances. The vehicle operator did not remain on scene.
The highway was impacted for approximately 3.5 hours during the on-scene investigation. OSP is actively investigating this incident and currently does not have further information to release.
OSP was assisted by Milton-Freewater PD, Milton-Freewater Rural Fire, and ODOT.
On Friday, August 4, 2023, at approximately 9:26 P.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a vehicle versus motorcycle crash on Hwy-20, near milepost 20, in Linn County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle, operated by Seth Allen Ikaika Taylor (22) of Sweet Home, was eastbound when a 2005 Dodge Ram 2500, operated by Joshua G. Staley (35) of Sweet Home, attempted to make a left turn across Hwy-20, near Ingram St (MP 20). The Yamaha struck the side of the Dodge as it turned across the highway.
The operator of the Yamaha (Taylor) was declared deceased at the scene.
The operator of the Dodge (Staley) remained on scene and was cooperative with investigation.
The highway was impacted for over 3 hours during the on-scene investigation. Witness statements at the scene indicated the motorcycle was traveling at a very high speeds just prior to the crash.
OSP was assisted by Lebanon Fire, Linn County SO, and ODOT.
On Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at approximately 7:30 P.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a three-vehicle crash on Hwy-101, near milepost 249, in Coos County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a southbound Subaru Outback, operated by Wayne Clinton Lannin (79) of Port Orford, and a northbound Peterbilt and loaded chip trailer, operated by Daniel Warren Niehoff (42) of Coos Bay, sideswiped each other causing the Subaru Outback to lose control. The Subaru Outback began a sideways slide and crossed into the northbound lane. A northbound Jeep Grand Cherokee, operated by Connie Gene Hill (52) of Bandon, then collided with the Subaru Outback.
The operator (Wayne Lannin) of the Subaru Outback and passenger, Melinda Lannin (79) of Port Orford, were declared deceased at the scene.
The operator of the Jeep Grand Cherokee (Hill) was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries.
The Peterbilt operator (Niehoff) was uninjured.
The highway was impacted for approximately 6 hours during the on-scene investigation. Lane usage is considered the a contributing factor to the crash, however the crash is still being investigated.
OSP was assisted on scene by ODOT, Green Acres Fire, Bandon Fire, Coos County Sheriff’s Office, Coquille Police Department, Coos County District Attorney’s Office, Coos County Medical Examiner, Amling-Schroeder Funeral Service, and Southern Oregon Public Safety Chaplains.
Oregon State Police- Focused Patrol – Linn County
The Oregon State Police will be enhancing our patrol efforts in Linn County over the weekend of Friday, August 4 through Sunday, August 6. The Oregon Jamboree will draw a significant number of motorists to the area and the increased traffic volume comes with an increased risk of traffic collisions. The Oregon State Police will be seeking the public’s assistance in ensuring safe highways for those who are traveling to and from these events, as well as those traveling through the area on other adventures.
OSP’s presence will be focused reducing violations of the Fatal Five categories- Speed, Occupant Safety, Lane Usage, Impaired Driving, and Distracted Driving (SOLID). These violations are statistically proven to contribute to serious injury and fatal crashes. We encourage motorists to plan ahead in order to avoid the need to rely on excessive speed, use their mobile devices, or operate their vehicles while impaired in order to get to and from their destinations.
Any media inquiries related to the focused patrol efforts this weekend can be submitted the OSPPIO@osp.oregon.gov
On Monday July 31, 2023, at about 8:00 A.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a vehicle versus bicycle crash on Highway 20, near milepost 6 in Linn County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a bicyclist, identified as Brenden Dwyer (34) of Ontario (OR), entered Highway 20 from Knox Butte Road, when It contacted a westbound Kenworth CMV (bunked, empty log truck), operated by Jamie Rowden (53) of Dallas (OR). The crash occurred in the westbound lane of Highway 20.
Dwyer suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Highway 20 was closed over 2 hours following the crash during the on-scene reconstruction investigation.
Rowden remained on scene and cooperated with investigators.
OSP was assisted by Linn County Sheriff’s Office, ODOT, and Fisher Funeral Home.
This is an ongoing investigation and will be forwarded to the Linn County District Attorney for review when complete.
On Sunday, July 30, 2023, at about 6:20 P.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a single vehicle crash on Highway 26, near milepost 11, in Clatsop County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a Toyota Rav 4, operated by Lorelei Weber, (64) of Seaside, was traveling westbound when for unknown reasons failed to negotiate a curve. The Rav 4 left the roadway and collided with a tree. The single occupant (Weber) was declared deceased at the scene.
The roadway was not impacted during the on-scene investigation.
OSP was assisted by Cannon Beach Fire and Rescue as well as ODOT.
On Friday, July 28, 2023, at approximately 4:26 P.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Hwy-20, near milepost 15, in Deschutes County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a Subaru Forester, operated by Janet Diane Abelein (68) of Portland, was traveling eastbound on Hwy 20 in Tumalo when the driver made a U-turn in the middle of the highway. The Subaru was t-boned by a Ford F350, operated by Policarpo Vasquez Prudente (46) of Redmond, which was also traveling eastbound.
All occupants were transported from the scene to local hospitals for treatment.
The operator for the Subaru (Janet Abelein) was later declared deceased a the hospital. A passenger in the Subaru, Dwayne Milo Abelein (65) of Portland, received treatment for injuries.
The highway was impacted for approximately 1 hour during the on-scene investigation.
OSP was assisted by the Deschutes County Sheriffs’ Office, Bend Fire, Sisters Fire, and ODOT.
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Oregon State Police seeking public assistance with suspect identification- Jackson County (Photo) – 07/28/23
Oregon State Police seeking public assistance with suspect identification-
The Oregon State Police is seeking assistance in identifying the vehicles and their occupants in the provided pictures. The visible license plate is not currently useful in the investigation. The vehicles were observed driving up and down the Little Applegate River and winching themselves up and around impassible locations. The Little Applegate River is the last tributary before meeting the Applegate Dam and is an essential habitat for salmon.
Possible charges are Criminal Mischief ll, Place Offensive Substance in Waters and/or Committing Unlawful Damage with a Class II ATV.
Please call the TIP line at 1-800-452-7888 or *OSP or TIP E-mail: TIP@state.or.us. Reference Case #SP23-215276.
On Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at approximately 9:07 P.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a vehicle versus motorcycle crash on Hwy-214, near milepost 37, in Marion County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a Red Toyota Tundra, operated by Anikita A. Barsukoff (49) of Silverton, was pulling a loaded dump-trailer southbound on Hwy-214 when it started making a left hand turn into a driveway. A northbound Yamaha motorcycle, operated by Jeremy Paul Flentge (52) of Salem, collided with the red Toyota pickup, near the rear passenger side tire.
Lifesaving efforts were conducted at the scene, however the motorcycle operator (Flentge) was declared deceased.
The highway was impacted for approximately 4 hours during the on-scene investigation. The investigation is on-going.
OSP was assisted by Silverton Fire, Woodburn Ambulance, the Marion County Sheriff’s Department, the Marion County Medical Examiners Office, and ODOT.
Central Point Temporary Office Relocation- Effective 8/1 to TBD-
The Oregon State Police Central Point office will be temporarily relocated to Gold Hill- 426 6th Ave, Gold Hill, OR, 97525. The temporary relocation is due to a renovation and update project at the current Central Point facility.
The office phone number will remain the same- 541-776-6114 and *OSP to reach dispatch on mobile devices.
For any questions, please call the office or email Ask.OSP@osp.oregon.gov.
Two arrests made related to month old murder case in Douglas County-
On June 25, 2023, a deceased male, with an apparent gunshot wound, was located near the I-5 milepost 101 interchange, near Canyonville, in Douglas County.
The Douglas County Major Crime Team was activated and the Oregon State Police was designated as lead investigating agency due to the crime scene being located within an ODOT right-of-way. The deceased male was identified as Joshua Alexander (34) of Roseburg. After an extensive investigation, two suspects were identified in the case.
On July 20, 2023, Allen Lloyd Swindler (36) of Sutherlin was arrested and on July 26, 2023, Sierra Sioux Jennings (34) also of Sutherlin was arrested. Both Swindler and Jennings were charged with Murder and lodged at the Douglas County Jail.
The investigation is active and ongoing- no further information is available for release at this time.
Participating agencies of the Douglas County Major Crime Team include; the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Roseburg Police Department, Oregon State Police, and the Oregon State Police Crime Lab.
On Friday, July 21, 2023, at approximately 4:16 P.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a single-vehicle crash on Hwy 97, near milepost 26, in Sherman County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a white Saab 95, operated by Nicholas Demos (29) of Hermiston, was traveling southbound on Hwy-97 when it left the roadway and rolled over. The operator was ejected from the vehicle and pronounced deceased at the scene.
The highway was impacted for approximately 1 hour during the on-scene investigation. Speed and lane usage are suspected as the main contributing factors to the crash.
OSP was assisted by Moro Fire and Rescue, Sherman County Sheriff Office, and ODOT.
On Sunday, July 23, 2023, at approximately 10:46 A.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Hwy-211, near milepost 25, in Clackamas County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a green 1992 Toyota Camry, operated by Kristina Marie Copeland (32) of Gervais, was traveling northbound on Hwy-211 when, for an unknown reason, it crossed the center line and struck a blue 2004 Jeep Liberty, operated by Michelle Aretha Thornberg (48) of Sandy) head-on. The collision caused the Jeep to roll and come to a rest on its top.
The operator (Copeland) of the Toyota was declared deceased at the scene.
The operator (Thornberg) of the Jeep and passenger, a juvenile female, were transported to OHSU for medical treatment.
The highway was impacted for approximately 4 hours during the on-scene investigation.
OSP was assisted by Colton Fire, Clackamas County Medical Examiner’s Office, Clackamas Chaplains, and ODOT.
On Saturday, July 22, 2023, at approximately 10:28 A.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Hwy-101, near milepost 58, in Tillamook County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a white Chevy Suburban, operated by Robert Allen Aparicio (30) of Tillamook, was traveling northbound when, for an unknown reason, it crossed into the opposing lane and struck a silver Ford Fusion, operated by Donna Parker (89) of Nehalem, head-on.
The operator of the Ford (Parker) was pronounced dead at the scene.
The operator of the Suburban (Aparicio) was transported to a local hospital where he later died of his injuries.
The highway was impacted for approximately 4 hours during the on-scene investigation.
OSP was assisted by the Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office, Tillamook Police Department and ODOT.
July 21-23, 2023
The Oregon State Police will be enhancing our patrol efforts in the Bend area over the weekend of Friday, July 21 through Sunday, July 23. The FairWell Music Festival and Jefferson County Fair will draw a significant number of motorists to the area and the increased traffic volume comes with an increased risk of traffic collisions. The Oregon State Police will be seeking the public’s assistance in ensuring safe highways for those who are traveling to and from these events, as well as those traveling through the area on other adventures.
OSP’s presence will be focused reducing violations of the Fatal Five categories- Speed, Occupant Safety, Lane Usage, Impaired Driving, and Distracted Driving (SOLID). These violations are statistically proven to contribute to serious injury and fatal crashes. We encourage motorists to plan ahead in order to avoid the need to rely on excessive speed, use their mobile devices, or operate their vehicles while impaired in order to get to and from their destinations.
Any media inquiries related to the focused patrol efforts this weekend can be submitted the OSPPIO@osp.oregon.gov
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