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Lane County Sheriff's Office Mission:
To Conserve the Peace

Our Values:
Committed to Justice and Integrity
Sworn to Protect Lane County
Honored to Serve

Service Priorities: Safety, Courtesy, Professionalism - Quality & Image.

--Update 10/14/26 - LCSO Continues to Investigate Fatal Hit and Run Crash Outside Creswell LCSO is still seeking help to...
10/11/2026

--Update 10/14/26 - LCSO Continues to Investigate Fatal Hit and Run Crash Outside Creswell

LCSO is still seeking help to identify the vehicle involved in a fatal hit and run crash that occurred on October 9th. The suspect vehicle is described as a gray or silver small hatchback car. The vehicle is described to have round taillights. As a result of the crash the vehicle may have light damage to the front and or driver side.

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office is asking residents in the area for help. Residents are asked to review any external roadway facing security cameras around the time of the incident. Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact the Lane County Sheriff’s Office at 541-682-4150.

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-LCSO Seeks help in Identifying Vehicle involved in Fatal Hit and Run Crash

On October 9th at about 8:27 pm the Lane County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a vehicle versus pedestrian crash on River Drive near East Cloverdale Road, outside of Creswell. It was reported the involved vehicle fled the scene after striking the pedestrian.

LCSO deputies responded along with EMT’s with South Lane Fire. Sadly, the individual struck by the vehicle did not survive. The deceased was identified as 49– year-old Justin Dewayne Jones.

LCSO Major Crash investigators were called out and assisted with the investigation. The involved vehicle may be a gray or silver hatchback style car or small SUV. The vehicle may have light damage to the front and or driver side.

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying the vehicle involved in the crash. Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at 541-682-4150.

10/6/26 - LCSO SAR Rescues Lost Subject near Summit Lake Trail On October 6th at about 10pm Lane County Sheriff Search a...
10/09/2026

10/6/26 - LCSO SAR Rescues Lost Subject near Summit Lake Trail

On October 6th at about 10pm Lane County Sheriff Search and Rescue responded to Summit Lake Trailhead for an overdue hiker. The caller became separated from his brother but made it back to their vehicle and called for help. The caller remained at the trail head and waited for searchers to arrive.

SAR volunteers trekked in and located the subject uninjured. The individual was guided out in the dark by SAR and reunited with his brother and returned home.

This is a great example practicing good tactics in a bad situation. After calling for help the caller remained where he called from; not complicating the issue by going to search himself. The subject who got lost also remained stationery allowing phone pings a better chance of accuracy.

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office wants everyone to recreate safely. Please remember, information is crucial to searchers. If you are making a report, ensure you have a way to be reached for additional information. Wanting to help is admirable, but do not put yourself in the same situation as those you are trying save.

⛰️Always tell someone where you are going and when you plan to return.

🌨️Know conditions before you leave - rain in the valley can mean ice up high!

⛺Be prepared to stay out overnight - even if you don't plan to get out of your car.

🗺️Bring maps for offline navigation - cell service can be spotty!

🌊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 – it just might save your life.

10/7/26 - LCSO Detectives with ICAC Task Force make arrest in Cottage Grove On October 7th at about 07:00 am, Lane Count...
10/08/2026

10/7/26 - LCSO Detectives with ICAC Task Force make arrest in Cottage Grove

On October 7th at about 07:00 am, Lane County Sheriff’s detectives served a search warrant at a residence in the 36000 block of Row River Road in Cottage Grove. This search warrant stemmed from an investigation by the Lane County Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, focusing on child exploitation.

The suspect, 58-year-old Jeffrey Allan Carter, was contacted and arrested. Carter was lodged at the Lane County Jail for the listed charges.

10 counts of Encouraging Child S*x Abuse in the 1st Degree

10 counts of Encouraging Child S*x Abuse in the 2nd Degree

1 count of Encouraging the sexual assault of an animal

Currently there is no indication of any local area victims in this case. The Lane County Sheriff’s Office received assistance during this investigation from the Lane County District Attorney's Office.

This arrest is part of an ongoing effort by local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to combat child exploitation and protect vulnerable members of our community. The investigation remains ongoing, and no further information is available at this time.

10/05/26 - #26-4977 – LCSO Investigates Fatal Crash on Territorial Highway On October 5th at about 2:45 pm, LCSO respo...
10/06/2026

10/05/26 - #26-4977 – LCSO Investigates Fatal Crash on Territorial Highway

On October 5th at about 2:45 pm, LCSO responded to the report of a two-vehicle crash in the 90600 block of Territorial Highway. The crash involved a log truck and a small pickup, and the driver of the pickup was believed to be deceased.

Dispatchers provided CPR instructions to individuals on scene who attempted life-saving aid on the driver of the pickup. Responding EMT’s with Lane Fire Authority arrived and ultimately pronounced the driver of the pick-up deceased. The deceased was identified as 54-year-old Tracey Michele Lancour of Eugene.

Territorial Highway was closed in both directions so deputies could investigate the scene. Initial investigation revealed the log truck was traveling northbound, when the pickup appeared to turn and cross in front of the log truck. It did not appear that Lancour was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the collision.

The Lane County Medical Examiner’s Office was contacted and responded. Both vehicles were towed from the scene before Territorial Highway was reopened.

This case is still being reviewed and there is no additional information for release at this time.

10/4/26 - #26-4962 – LCSO Responds to Fatal Crash on Waldo Lake Road On October 4th around 4:40 pm, the Lane County She...
10/05/2026

10/4/26 - #26-4962 – LCSO Responds to Fatal Crash on Waldo Lake Road

On October 4th around 4:40 pm, the Lane County Sheriff’s Office responded to a motor vehicle crash near the intersection of Waldo Lake Road and Shadow Bay Access Road. Callers reported the crash involved a single motorcycle and rider. At the time of the report the operator of the motorcycle was unconscious and suffered visible injuries.

LCSO dispatchers provided CPR instructions, and individuals on scene attempted additional life-saving care. Firefighters arrived at about 5:15 pm. EMT’s pronounced the male operator deceased. The deceased was identified as 42-year-old Ryan Lee Foster of Cottage Grove.

Deputies investigated the scene and notified the Lane County Medical Examiner’s Office of the investigation. This case is still being investigated and there is no additional information available for release at this time.

9/30/26 - LCSO SAR stays busy with calls near water over the last two nights October may almost be here, but with this n...
10/01/2026

9/30/26 - LCSO SAR stays busy with calls near water over the last two nights

October may almost be here, but with this nice weather our Lane County Sheriff Search and Rescue (SAR) personnel have stayed busy. Over the last two nights SAR has deployed to help rescue Lane County residents near our waterways.

On September 28th, SAR responded to the Willamette River near Hileman landing to rescue two adults. They became lost and were stuck on an island after being attacked by wasps. SAR volunteers deployed a rescue sled to bring both safely back to shore. Because of their location it took several hours to complete the rescue.

On September 29th, SAR along with LCSO deputies responded to the area of Shady Rest and Perkins Peninsula for an adult whose kayak had sprung a leak. A drone was also deployed to locate the subject. Thankfully in this instance, the individual was able to make it home safely on their own as volunteers began searching the area.

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office wants everyone to recreate safely, so please remember:

⛰️ Always tell someone where you are going and when you plan to return.

🌨️ Know conditions before you leave - rain in the valley can mean ice up high!

⛺ Be prepared to stay out overnight - even if you don't plan to get out of your car.

🗺️ Bring maps for offline navigation - cell service can be spotty!

🌊 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 – it just might save your life.

9/30/26 - UPDATE – Man Sentenced to 41 Months in DOC in LCSO Case 25-3247 40-year-old Aaron Bradley Johnson was sentence...
09/30/2026

9/30/26 - UPDATE – Man Sentenced to 41 Months in DOC in LCSO Case 25-3247

40-year-old Aaron Bradley Johnson was sentenced to 41 months in the Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) for multiple charges of Encouraging Child S*x Abuse. Johnson pled guilty to 6 counts of Encouraging Child S*xual Abuse in the First Degree. He was sentenced to 41 months of incarceration to be followed by 36 months post-prison supervision.

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10/30/25 - LCSO Case 25-3247

Lane County Sheriff’s detectives arrest Eugene man during Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) investigation

On October 30th at about 8 a.m., Lane County Sheriff’s detectives served a search warrant at a residence in the 3000 block of County Farm Road, Eugene. The suspect, Aaron Bradley Johnson, 38, of Eugene, was contacted and arrested.

Johnson was lodged at the Lane County Jail on 10 counts of Encouraging Child S*x Abuse in the 1st Degree, 10 counts of Encouraging Child S*x Abuse in the 2nd Degree, and 4 counts of Encouraging S*xual Assault of an Animal.

This search warrant stemmed from an investigation by the Lane County Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, focusing on child exploitation.

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office received assistance during this investigation from the Oregon Department of Justice, Oregon State Police, and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI).

This arrest is part of an ongoing effort by local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to combat child exploitation and protect vulnerable members of our community.

9/30/26 - UPDATE - Man sentenced to 30 months in DOC on LCSO Case 26-0939 36-year-old Jason Scott Sprinkle of Florence ...
09/30/2026

9/30/26 - UPDATE - Man sentenced to 30 months in DOC on LCSO Case 26-0939

36-year-old Jason Scott Sprinkle of Florence was sentenced to 30 months incarceration in the Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) for several property crimes, which occurred in western Lane County. Sprinkle pled guilty to the crimes of Burglary in the Second Degree and Possession of a Stolen Vehicle.

Property crime investigations are labor intensive. In cases with multiple victims, based on where the crimes occurred, they often span multiple law enforcement jurisdictions.

This case was investigated by LCSO with the assistance and cooperation of our other local area police agencies. LCSO deputies and detectives worked numerous hours collecting and reviewing evidence from multiple property crimes. LCSO digital forensic detectives assisted with searching and reviewing evidence found in electronics seized.

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3/4/26 - LCSO Case 26-0939

Lane County Sheriff’s deputies arrest several in Florence search warrant operation

On March 4th at 7 a.m., deputies assigned to the Lane County Sheriff’s Special Response Team (SRT), detectives, the West Lane district deputy, Florence Police officers and an Oregon State Trooper served a search warrant at a residence in the 2200 block of 12th Street in Florence. The suspects were believed to be in involved in numerous burglaries and thefts in the west Lane County area.

The West Lane district deputy authored the search warrant based on his investigation. SRT was used for the service of the warrant as the primary suspect, Jason Scott Sprinkle, 35, of Florence, had attempted to flee and assaulted deputies in past contacts.

During the warrant service, Sprinkle attempted to flee on foot while armed with a knife. Sprinkle was tased, dropped the knife and ultimately arrested without further incident.

During the search, deputies and officers located stolen property connected to several cases, as well as additional construction materials and tools.

LCSO Serves Arrest Warrant, Subject Found Deceased Inside Residence On September 25th at about 7:15 pm, the Lane County ...
09/28/2026

LCSO Serves Arrest Warrant, Subject Found Deceased Inside Residence

On September 25th at about 7:15 pm, the Lane County Sheriff’s Office received a report of menacing that occurred in the 34200 block of Matthews Road. Deputies responded and during the investigation developed probable cause to arrest 56- year-old James William Lipe Jr, for below listed charges:

Kidnapping in the second degree

Assault in the fourth degree

Menacing

Strangulation

Interfering with making a report

Violation of Restraining Order

Unlawful use of a weapon.

Lipe was reportedly armed with fi****ms and made statements suggesting he would engage in a gunfight with police. LCSO responded to the location with armored rescue vehicles and deputies began trying to communicate with Lipe. Lipe did not respond to deputies or negotiators, but he was believed to be posting to social media while inside.

Deputies were granted a warrant for Lipe’s arrest and Lipe was sent a copy electronically. Still with no response deputies deployed a drone inside the residence. The drone showed Lipe laying down with an injury to his head and fi***rm near his hand. Deputies then forced entry into the residence and confirmed Lipe was deceased.

The Lane County Medical Examiner’s Office was contacted, and Lipe’s body was transported from the scene. There is no ongoing threat to the public and there is no additional information for release at this time.

9/27/26 - 26-4821 - LCSO and South Lane Fire Respond to Plane Crash on Sears Road On September 27th at about 12:10 pm, t...
09/28/2026

9/27/26 - 26-4821 - LCSO and South Lane Fire Respond to Plane Crash on Sears Road

On September 27th at about 12:10 pm, the Lane County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a plane crash being reported in the 79800 Block of Sears Road. The caller was a passerby who reported observing a person sitting in a field next to an airplane.

Fire personal with South Lane Fire and Rescue arrived first and treated the pilot. Thankfully the pilot suffered only minor injuries. The investigation revealed the pilot was alone in the downed plane. The aircraft was being followed by another aviator who witnessed the event. Deputies relayed what they learned to the NTSB and the investigation is ongoing.

There is no additional information for release at this time.

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