Jackson County Sheriff Oregon

Jackson County Sheriff Oregon Emergency: 911
Non-emergency: 541-776-7206
Tip Line: 541-774-8333 JCSO also protects county courthouses and oversees the county detention facilities.

The Jackson County Sheriff's Office patrols an area of 2,801 square miles and provides services to more than 220,000 residents, as well as visitors. JCSO is responsible for law enforcement in the unincorporated areas of the county, in the White City Enhanced Law Enforcement District, and in the cities of Shady Cove and Gold Hill, by contract.

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05/28/2026

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Child Sexual Abuse Material Uploaded to Social Messaging App “Discord” Leads to Search Warrant in Rural Central Point, I...
05/27/2026

Child Sexual Abuse Material Uploaded to Social Messaging App “Discord” Leads to Search Warrant in Rural Central Point, Investigation Ongoing

ODOJ Case CJD0299-25

CENTRAL POINT, Ore. – The Southern Oregon Child Exploitation Team (SOCET) along with the Oregon Department of Justice’s (ODOJ) Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force served a search warrant this morning in Central Point. Investigators served the search warrant after discovering Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) images were uploaded from the address to the social messaging app Discord. Investigators interviewed possible witnesses and involved parties, and investigations are ongoing.

SOCET served the search warrant Wednesday, May 27 at a residence in the 5000 block of Table Rock Road in rural Central Point. SOCET began the investigation after receiving a tip from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children which led to subpoenas, followed by the search warrant at the residence.

SOCET was assisted by Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), Medford Police Department (MPD), City of Talent Police Department, ODOJ ICAC, and the Southern Oregon High Tech Crimes Task Force (SOHTCTF). During the warrant, investigators seized digital devices which will be forensically examined by SOHTCTF for further evidence of child exploitation.

SOCET is a joint inter-agency task force that started in June of 2020 to combat child exploitation. The task force consists of investigators from JCSO, MPD, ODOJ ICAC, and HSI, as well as prosecutors from our local, state, and federal law enforcement partners in Jackson County. SOHTCTF is a joint inter-agency task force that consists of investigators from JCSO, HSI, and MPD.

Investigators continue to examine seized devices and interview witnesses as the investigation moves forward. No further details will be released at this time.

Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/27/26 8AM - Level 1 Zone JAC-229 CanceledDue to firefighting efforts and cooperation from Mother...
05/27/2026

Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/27/26 8AM - Level 1 Zone JAC-229 Canceled

Due to firefighting efforts and cooperation from Mother Nature, the Level 1 Evacuation for Zone JAC-229 is canceled.

Do you Know Your Zone? Visit Genasys Protect https://protect.genasys.com/ to find your zone

Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/27/26 8AM - Level 1 Zone JAC-229 CanceledDue to firefighting efforts and cooperation from Mother...
05/27/2026

Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/27/26 8AM - Level 1 Zone JAC-229 Canceled

Due to firefighting efforts and cooperation from Mother Nature, the Level 1 Evacuation for Zone JAC-229 is canceled.

Do you Know Your Zone? Visit Genasys Protect https://protect.genasys.com/ to find your zone

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Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/26/26 8PM - Zone JAC-229 Evacuation Level 1 Continues through Night

Fire suppression efforts will continue through tonight and into tomorrow. Out of an abundance of caution, the Level 1: Be Ready to evacuate notice for Zone JAC-229 will remain in effect overnight and will be reevaluated tomorrow morning.

Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/27/26 8AM - Level 1 Zone JAC-229 CanceledDue to firefighting efforts and cooperation from Mother...
05/26/2026

Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/27/26 8AM - Level 1 Zone JAC-229 Canceled

Due to firefighting efforts and cooperation from Mother Nature, the Level 1 Evacuation for Zone JAC-229 is canceled.

Do you Know Your Zone? Visit Genasys Protect https://protect.genasys.com/ to find your zone

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Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/26/26 8PM - Zone JAC-229 Evacuation Level 1 Continues through Night

Fire suppression efforts will continue through tonight and into tomorrow. Out of an abundance of caution, the Level 1: Be Ready to evacuate notice for Zone JAC-229 will remain in effect overnight and will be reevaluated tomorrow morning.

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Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/26/26 8AM - Level 2 Zone JAC-229 Downgraded, Level 1 Zone JAC-231 Canceled

Due to firefighting efforts and cooperation from Mother Nature, the Level 2 Evacuation Zone JAC-229 is downgraded to Level 1: Be Ready. The Level 1 Evacuation Zone JAC-231 is canceled.

Do you Know Your Zone? Visit Genasys Protect https://protect.genasys.com/ to find your zone

All road closures have been lifted. Residents who were initially evacuated by first responders may now return home unless they feel unsafe doing so. Please use caution as firefighters continue their work.

For updates on firefighting efforts, follow Jackson County Fire District 3.
https://www.facebook.com/JCFD3.OR/

Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/27/26 8AM - Level 1 Zone JAC-229 CanceledDue to firefighting efforts and cooperation from Mother...
05/26/2026

Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/27/26 8AM - Level 1 Zone JAC-229 Canceled

Due to firefighting efforts and cooperation from Mother Nature, the Level 1 Evacuation for Zone JAC-229 is canceled.

Do you Know Your Zone? Visit Genasys Protect https://protect.genasys.com/ to find your zone

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Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/26/26 8PM - Zone JAC-229 Evacuation Level 1 Continues through Night

Fire suppression efforts will continue through tonight and into tomorrow. Out of an abundance of caution, the Level 1: Be Ready to evacuate notice for Zone JAC-229 will remain in effect overnight and will be reevaluated tomorrow morning.

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Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/26/26 8AM - Level 2 Zone JAC-229 Downgraded, Level 1 Zone JAC-231 Canceled

Due to firefighting efforts and cooperation from Mother Nature, the Level 2 Evacuation Zone JAC-229 is downgraded to Level 1: Be Ready. The Level 1 Evacuation Zone JAC-231 is canceled.

Do you Know Your Zone? Visit Genasys Protect https://protect.genasys.com/ to find your zone

All road closures have been lifted. Residents who were initially evacuated by first responders may now return home unless they feel unsafe doing so. Please use caution as firefighters continue their work.

For updates on firefighting efforts, follow Jackson County Fire District 3.

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Blackwell Fire Information UPDATE 5/25/26 6:20PM

Out of an abundance of caution, evacuation levels will remain in place overnight.

• JAC-229 remains at Level 2: BE SET to evacuate
• JAC-231 remains at Level 1: BE READY to evacuate

Overnight roadblocks will remain at the intersections of:
• Tolo Rd. / Blackwell Rd.
• Tolo Rd. / Nellis Rd.
• Merita Terrace / Blackwell Rd.

Kirtland Road and Blackwell Road are open, although please use caution due to heavy firefighter traffic in the area.

Residents who were initially evacuated by first responders may now return home unless they feel unsafe doing so. Residents returning home should check in at the roadblocks and provide proof of residency.

All others are asked to continue avoiding the area while firefighters remain actively engaged.

Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/27/26 8AM - Level 1 Zone JAC-229 CanceledDue to firefighting efforts and cooperation from Mother...
05/25/2026

Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/27/26 8AM - Level 1 Zone JAC-229 Canceled

Due to firefighting efforts and cooperation from Mother Nature, the Level 1 Evacuation for Zone JAC-229 is canceled.

Do you Know Your Zone? Visit Genasys Protect https://protect.genasys.com/ to find your zone

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Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/26/26 8PM - Zone JAC-229 Evacuation Level 1 Continues through Night

Fire suppression efforts will continue through tonight and into tomorrow. Out of an abundance of caution, the Level 1: Be Ready to evacuate notice for Zone JAC-229 will remain in effect overnight and will be reevaluated tomorrow morning.

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Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/26/26 8AM - Level 2 Zone JAC-229 Downgraded, Level 1 Zone JAC-231 Canceled

Due to firefighting efforts and cooperation from Mother Nature, the Level 2 Evacuation Zone JAC-229 is downgraded to Level 1: Be Ready. The Level 1 Evacuation Zone JAC-231 is canceled.

Do you Know Your Zone? Visit Genasys Protect https://protect.genasys.com/ to find your zone

All road closures have been lifted. Residents who were initially evacuated by first responders may now return home unless they feel unsafe doing so. Please use caution as firefighters continue their work.

For updates on firefighting efforts, follow Jackson County Fire District 3.

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Blackwell Fire UPDATE 5/25/26 6:20PM

Out of an abundance of caution, evacuation levels will remain in place overnight.

• JAC-229 remains at Level 2: BE SET to evacuate
• JAC-231 remains at Level 1: BE READY to evacuate

Overnight roadblocks will remain at the intersections of:
• Tolo Rd. / Blackwell Rd.
• Tolo Rd. / Nellis Rd.
• Merita Terrace / Blackwell Rd.

Kirtland Road and Blackwell Road are open, although please use caution due to heavy firefighter traffic in the area.

Residents who were initially evacuated by first responders may now return home unless they feel unsafe doing so. Residents returning home should check in at the roadblocks and provide proof of residency.

All others are asked to continue avoiding the area while firefighters remain actively engaged.

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Blackwell Fire Evacuations: Rural Central Point

JCSO has issued a LEVEL 2 BE SET to evacuate for zone JAC-229 and a LEVEL 1: BE READY to evacuate for Zone JAC-231 both near the 8000 block of Blackwell Road in Central Point.

Level 2 - BE SET to evacuate means:
* There is significant danger in your area - be ready to leave at a moment’s notice.
* Time to act - follow your emergency plan. Grab your go-kit of essential supplies for health, safety, and identification. For more info, visit ReadyJackson
* Stay informed and be alert. Continue to check for updates through local city and county websites, social media, TV, and radio.
* Relocate to a safe place outside of the affected area. Inform loved ones of your plans.
* If you need emergency shelter, call 211 or 1-866-698-6155, visit 211info.org, or text your zip code to 898211. TTY: dial 711 and call 1-866-698-6155. Language interpreters are available by phone. Text is available Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., in Spanish and English.
This may be the only notice you receive. Don’t wait to evacuate if you feel unsafe. Conditions can change rapidly. You do not need to wait for another evacuation notice. Make the best decision for your safety.��Do not call 911 unless experiencing an immediate life safety issue.

Nivel 2 - ESTÉ LISTO para evacuar de las siguientes zonas: JAC-229.
Nivel 2 - ESTÉ LISTO para evacuar significa:
* Hay peligro significativo en su zona -esté listo para partir en cualquier momento.
* Tiempo de actuar - siga su plan de emergencia Agarre su kit de suministros escenciales para salud, seguridad e identificación. Para mayor información, visiteReadyJackson
* Mantengase informado y esté alerto. Continue consultando los sitios de web locales de la cuidad y del condado, medios sociales, televisión y radio para actualizaciones.
* Reubíquese a un lugar seguro afuera del área afectada. Informe a sus seres queridos de sus planes.
* Si usted necesita un refugio de emergencia, llame al 211 o al 1-866-698-6155, visite 211info.org, o envié su código postal por texto al 898211. TTY: marque 711 y llame al 1-866-698-6155. Interpretes de idiomas están disponibles por teléfono. Mensajes por texto están disponibles Lunes - Viernes 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., en español e inglés.
Está puede ser la única notificación que reciba. Si usted se siente inseguro, no se espere para evacuar. Las condiciones pueden cambiar rapidamente No necesita esperar a otra notificación de evacuación. Tome la mejor decisión para su seguridad.

Level 1 - BE READY to evacuate means:
* Be aware of danger in your area and stay informed. Check local city and county websites, social media, TV, and radio for updates.
* Make plans and prepare to evacuate. Gather necessary supplies for health, safety, and identification. For preparedness tips, visitReadyJackson
* Act early if you are older, have children, disabilities, or limited access to transportation. Consider moving pets and livestock early.
* If you can do so safely, check with your neighbors and share information. Ask for help if you need it. Offer help if you can give it.
* If you need emergency shelter, call 211 or 1-866-698-6155, visit 211info.org, or text your zip code to 898211. TTY: dial 711 and call 1-866-698-6155. Language interpreters are available by phone. Text is available Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., in Spanish and English.
This may be the only notice you receive. Don’t wait to evacuate if you feel unsafe. If conditions change, you may receive a Level 2 - BE SET or Level 3 - GO NOW evacuation notice. You do not need to wait for another evacuation notice. Make the best decision for your safety.���Nivel 1 - ESTÉ PREPARADO para evacuar significa:
* Esté consciente del peligro en su zona y manténgase informado. Consulte sitios de web locales de la cuidad y del condado, medios sociales, television y radio para actualizaciones.
* Haga planes y prepárese para evacuar. Reúna suministros necesarios para salud, seguridad e identificación. Para mayor información, visite ReadyJackson
* Actúe temprano si es mayor de edad, tiene hijos, discapacidades, o acceso limitado a transportación. Considere mover mascotas y ganado temprano.
* Planifique posibles rutas de evacuación. Utilice TripCheck.com o llame al 511 para información de cierres de carretera.
* Si usted necesita un refugio de emergencia, llame al 211 o al 1-866-698-6155, visite 211info.org, o envié su código postal por texto al 898211. TTY: marque 711 y llame al 1-866-698-6155. Interpretes de idiomas están disponibles por teléfono. Mensajes por texto están disponibles Lunes - Viernes 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., en español e inglés.
* Si puede hacerlo de manera segura, consulte con su vecinos y comparta información. Solicite ayuda si la necesita. Ofrezca ayuda si la puede dar.
Está puede ser la única notificación que reciba. Si usted se siente inseguro, no se espere para evacuar. Si las condiciones cambian, usted podrá recibir una notificación de evacuación Nivel 2 - ESTÉ LISTO o notificación de evacuación Nivel 3 - VAYASE AHORA. No necesita esperar a otra notificación de evacuación. Tome la mejor decisión para su seguridad.

Honor the FallenThis Memorial Day, JCSO and Medford Police participated in the Memorial Day Murph Challenge to honor the...
05/25/2026

Honor the Fallen

This Memorial Day, JCSO and Medford Police participated in the Memorial Day Murph Challenge to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

Named after Lt. Michael P. Murphy, a Navy SEAL killed in action in Afghanistan in 2005, the “Murph” pays tribute to his courage and sacrifice.

Today’s challenge was a time to reflect, remember, and honor all those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. We will never forget their service and sacrifice.

Sheriff’s Office Hosts DUII Enforcement Training Ahead of Busy Summer Travel SeasonROGUE VALLEY, Ore. – The Jackson Coun...
05/22/2026

Sheriff’s Office Hosts DUII Enforcement Training Ahead of Busy Summer Travel Season

ROGUE VALLEY, Ore. – The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) recently hosted training for local law enforcement agencies to increase the number of officers eligible to work federally funded DUII High Visibility Enforcement (HVE) patrols throughout the Rogue Valley. The additional patrols are funded through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT).

The training comes at an important time as summer travel increases traffic volume and congestion on local roads and highways. Enhanced DUII enforcement helps improve roadway safety during one of the busiest travel seasons of the year.

The course was the Oregon-specific four-hour Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST) Refresher curriculum developed by NHTSA and the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). The training is required for officers working under ODOT DUII grant programs.

The course focused on improving consistency in the administration of SFST evaluations and included instruction on recognizing and articulating signs of impairment, properly administering and documenting validated sobriety tests, recent case law updates, and current DUII research.

Participating agencies included Oregon State Police, JCSO, and Phoenix Oregon Police Department.

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