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Cottage Grove Police Department - Cottage Grove, Oregon, 400 E Main Street, Cottage Grove, OR (2026)

08/31/2026

Curious about what your Police Officers have been up to this week? Here’s a quick recap:

- On Friday, we celebrated Officer C***s’ graduation from the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) Academy. Officer C***s received his class's Outstanding Award in Defensive Tactics, an incredible accomplishment and a testament to the hard work and dedication. Today marked his first day back at the department, and he hit the ground running as he began Phase 1 of our Field Training Program. We’re excited to have him back and look forward to watching him continue to grow as a Cottage Grove Police Officer.

- Officers investigated a two-vehicle rear-end collision on Gateway Boulevard following a reported road-rage incident. Officers assisted both drivers with exchanging information, and both vehicles were able to leave the scene with minimal damage.

- While patrolling near St. Vincent de Paul, officers recognized a female they believed had an active warrant for her arrest. A records check confirmed she had two active warrants—one out of Eugene Municipal Court for Failure to Appear on Theft in the Third Degree and Trespass in the First Degree, and another out of Douglas County Circuit Court for Failure to Appear on Disorderly Conduct in the Second Degree. She was taken into custody and transported to the Lane County Jail.

- Our Community Service Officer investigated the theft of two cell phones from Community Sharing. Following the initial investigation, interviews, and review of surveillance footage, a known suspect was identified, and the case was turned over to a Police Officer for follow-up. The following day, the female suspect was located at her residence, arrested, and transported to the Lane County Jail on a charge of Theft in the First Degree (ORS 164.055).

- Officers attempted to stop a Dodge Charger traveling at a high rate of speed through downtown. Due to safety concerns, officers terminated the traffic stop but continued to monitor the vehicle. Officers later located the vehicle, and the male driver was observed jogging away from it near North K Street and Chestnut Avenue. The driver was detained, and officers observed several signs of impairment. Officers also located five empty beer bottles inside the vehicle. Following Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, the driver provided a breath sample of 0.18%, more than twice the legal limit. He was issued a Citation in Lieu of Custody for Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (ORS 813.010) and transported to the Lane County Jail to be lodged on Fleeing or Attempting to Elude a Police Officer by Vehicle, a felony (ORS 811.540).

- Officers were called to the area near Subway regarding a physical disturbance. A witness reported seeing two males involved in a verbal argument, with one male reportedly holding a knife. Officers located and interviewed the victim, who was unharmed. Following the investigation, it was determined that multiple crimes had occurred. The suspect was located, detained, and transported to the Lane County Jail on charges of Menacing (ORS 163.190), Unlawful Use of a Weapon (ORS 166.220), Harassment (ORS 166.065), and Probation Violation (ORS 137.545).

Please note: This is a summary of select calls for service. Officers respond to many additional calls each day that are not included in this update.

08/28/2026

PLEASE JOIN US IN CONGRATULATING OFFICER C***S!

Today, Officer C***s officially graduated from the Basic Academy after completing 16 weeks and more than 640 hours of training!

This achievement represents countless hours of hard work, dedication, perseverance, and commitment, and we couldn’t be more proud of him.

But wait, there’s more! Officer C***s also received an Outstanding Award in Defensive Tactics, an incredible accomplishment and a testament to the hard work and dedication he demonstrated throughout the academy.

We are excited to have Officer C***s back and ready to begin the next chapter of his journey as he starts his Field Training Program on Monday.

CONGRATULATIONS, OFFICER C***S!

08/25/2026

Curious about what your Police Officers have been up to this week? Here’s a quick recap:

- Officers were dispatched to 224 N. 12th Street on Tuesday at approximately 3pm for a reported armed robbery involving a handgun. The suspect vehicle, described as a silver-colored Honda, had fled the area prior to officers’ arrival. The suspect was described as a white male with blonde hair in a high-and-tight haircut. He additionally has distinctive face, neck, and hand tattoos. The handgun was described as a compact G***k semi-automatic. A female passenger was also reportedly in the vehicle. If you have any additional information regarding this incident, please contact the non-emergency line at (541) 942-9145 ext. 1 and reference case number 2026-1128.

- A male subject was located and detained as our Police Detective had Probable Cause for his arrest for S*x Abuse in the 3rd Degree (ORS 163.415), S*x Abuse in the 2nd Degree (ORS 163.425), So**my in the 2nd Degree (ORS 163.395), Luring a Minor (ORS 167.057), and Providing Liquor to a Person Under 21 Years of Age (ORS 471.410). He was found at a nearby residence and was taken into custody without incident. He was transported to the Cottage Grove Police Department for questioning and eventually was transported to the Lane County Jail to be lodged on the above charges.

- During a traffic stop for observed traffic violations, a records check revealed the passenger had an active felony warrant for Failure to Appear on a previous Identity Theft charge. She was taken into custody and transported to the Lane County Jail to be lodged. The driver was given a verbal warning and released from the scene.

- Officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that was driving without both rear taillights being visible after dark. Upon contacting and identifying the driver, it was discovered he was Driving While Suspended Revoked Indefinitely (811.182). He was taken into custody without incident, issued a Citation in Lieu of Custody for Operating Without Required Light (ORS 816.330) and was then transported to the Lane County Jail to be lodged for Driving While Suspended Felony.

- Dispatch received a call reporting a male running through residential backyards and trespassing in the area of 10th Street near Ace Charter School. The male was located and detained, and a records check revealed an extraditable felony warrant out of Siskiyou County, California, for a probation violation related to a weapons offense. He was arrested as a Fugitive from Justice and transported to the Lane County Jail, where he will await transport back to California.

- Officers responded to the area of Holly Ave and Kalapuya Way for the report of a DUII driver. The Reporting Party called and said they had observed a grey Audi strike multiple curbs and almost collided with on-coming traffic. Officers located the Audi at the location. The driver was visibly intoxicated and invoked Miranda and was subsequently provided with a blood warrant. Upon completion of the warrant, he was issued Citations in Lieu of Custody for DUII (ORS 813.010), Reckless Driving (ORS 811.140), and Reckless Endangering (ORS 163.95). Additionally, he was giving a Uniform Traffic Citation for Operating Without Driving Privileges (ORS 807.010). At the conclusion of the officer’s investigation, he was provided with a courtesy ride to his residence.

Please note: This is a summary of select calls for service. Officers respond to many additional calls each day that are not included in this update.

08/18/2026

Curious about what your Police Officers have been up to this week? Here’s a quick recap:

- A disturbance involving a male and female resulted in officers responding to a report that the male was armed with a machete and handgun. Officers reviewed cell phone video of the incident and determined there was probable cause to arrest the male for Menacing (ORS 163.190). He was taken into custody and lodged at the Lane County Jail.

- A traffic stop for speeding and reckless driving resulted in the driver being taken into custody. The driver was issued a citation in lieu of custody for Driving While Suspended (ORS 811.182), along with citations for Careless Driving (ORS 811.135), Driving Uninsured (ORS 806.010), and Failure to Carry Registration (ORS 803.505).

- Cottage Grove Officers responded to assist Oregon State Police (OSP) with a driving complaint that ultimately resulted in a motor vehicle crash near I-5 southbound at Milepost 170. South Lane 911 received three separate driving complaints regarding a possible intoxicated driver traveling southbound on I-5 through the Cottage Grove area. The vehicle was reportedly leaving the roadway into the dirt before swerving back onto the highway, passing vehicles on the shoulder, and at one point driving through the grass parallel to the roadway. The vehicle eventually left the roadway and crashed into the ditch near Milepost 170. Officers arrived and contacted the female driver until OSP and ODOT arrived on scene. OSP took over the investigation and ultimately arrested the driver for DUII–Drugs and Reckless Driving.

- A brush fire near the bike path behind Walmart generated more than 20 calls to Police Dispatch as flames climbed the hillside underneath the I-5 overpass. Officers quickly arrived and began evacuating nearby homes while South Lane Fire and Rescue responded. Firefighters successfully extinguished the blaze, which burned approximately 80–100 yards but fortunately caused no structural damage. Multiple witnesses reported seeing a white male leaving the area shortly after the fire began. Officers contacted the individual and ultimately determined he was not responsible for starting the fire. Anyone with additional information is asked to call our non-emergency line at (541) 942-9145 ext. 1 and reference case #2026-1103.

- An assault involving two juveniles was investigated near the Chambers Covered Bridge. The victim was evaluated by South Lane Fire and Rescue, while officers spoke with juvenile witnesses and identified the suspect. The juvenile suspect was interviewed and admitted to the assault. The juvenile was counseled regarding their behavior, and the incident was addressed with the juvenile’s parents. At the time of the incident, the victim and their parents did not wish to pursue criminal charges.

- Cottage Grove Emergency Department staff called requesting assistance removing a patient who had been discharged but was overstaying her welcome and refusing to leave. Officers arrived and located the female, still wearing her hospital gown and pretending to be asleep in one of the rooms. Officers attempted to wake her eventually, got dressed, and agreed to leave the hospital. The female explained she was trying to make her way back to Portland but did not have transportation. Officers ultimately gave her a courtesy ride to Walmart, where she planned to wait for the bus.

Please note: This is a summary of select calls for service. Officers respond to many additional calls each day that are not included in this update.

08/11/2026

It appears a cell phone tower is currently down, and the Cottage Grove Police Department is also experiencing phone service outages.

If you have Wi-Fi Calling enabled in your phone settings, calls should still go through to Dispatch. You may also use a landline to reach us.

We are hopeful cell service will be restored quickly. We appreciate your patience and understanding while the issue is being resolved.

08/11/2026

UPDATE: Thank you to everyone who shared the post and called in tips. The male has been identified and the wallet will be returned to the rightful owner.

We are seeking the community’s assistance in identifying the male subject pictured.

On Monday, August 10, 2026, officers began investigating the theft of mislaid property that occurred inside St Vincent de Paul. This man, pictured, took possession of a wallet that was accidentally left behind by a young child. As of this posting the wallet has not been turned in or reported as found to the Cottage Grove Police Department.

According to ORS 164.065 “A person who comes into control of property of another that the person knows or has good reason to know to have been lost, mislaid or delivered under a mistake as to the nature or amount of the property or the identity of the recipient, commits theft if, with intent to deprive the owner thereof, the person fails to take reasonable measures to restore the property to the owner.”

Following the incident, St. Vincent de Paul provided video surveillance that captured the male suspect taking the wallet and leaving the business. The suspect was last seen leaving the area in a gold or light-colored four-door sedan.

Anyone who may recognize this individual or have information regarding his identity is asked to contact non-emergency dispatch at 541-942-9145, ext. 1, and reference Case #2026-1080.

Thank you for your assistance in helping us identify this individual.

08/11/2026

Curious about what your Police Officers have been up to this week? Here’s a quick recap:

- A two-vehicle motor vehicle accident was reported in the Safeway parking lot. Officers assisted both drivers with exchanging the appropriate information.

- Multiple calls brought officers to the designated camp at 12th Street in one day regarding harassment, disturbances, and the burning of miscellaneous items. During two separate incidents, two females were arrested. One female was transported to the Lane County Jail on a charge of Disorderly Conduct in the Second Degree (ORS 166.025). The other female was later issued citations in lieu of custody for three Cottage Grove Municipal Court warrants.

- A report of a white vehicle driving on the bike path at North Regional Park led to a traffic stop. The driver displayed signs of impairment, and a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage was detected coming from the vehicle. Dispatch also advised that the driver had a suspended driver’s license and was required to have an Ignition Interlock Device in the vehicle. The driver refused to participate in Field Sobriety Testing and was eventually transported to the police department, where he provided a breath sample indicating a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08%. He was issued citations in lieu of custody for DUII (ORS 813.010) and Reckless Driving (ORS 811.140).

- A reported non-injury, non-blocking collision involving a semi-truck and minivan occurred on private property in a driveway near the KFC/truck stop. While no enforcement action was required, the involved drivers were assisted with exchanging information.

- A report of an illegal campsite near Hole 9 of the disc golf course brought officers into the wooded area on the north side of the course. Approximately one mile down the path, officers located the reported yellow and gray tent and contacted two individuals. Their identities were confirmed, DMV photographs were matched, and both individuals were advised regarding the illegal camping before the area was cleared.

- A stressful situation at Walmart involving an infant accidentally locked inside a vehicle required a quick response. When officers arrived, the child was visibly in distress. Using a window punch, a vehicle window was broken and the child was safely removed. Officers used water and damp cloths to help cool the child while waiting for medics to arrive. Medics provided additional care before releasing the child back to the parent.

- Officers assisted Oregon State Police with clearing a US Forest Service building that was found to have a broken window and a door kicked in. The building was cleared and confirmed to be vacant.

- Officers responded to Middlefield Oaks Senior Living involved a female who had previously been trespassed from the business and was reportedly found inside an employee room, where she had helped herself to food. The female had left the building and surrounding area prior to arrival. A police report was completed, and a charge of Criminal Trespass in the Second Degree was added to her local file so a citation can be issued during the next contact.

Please note: This is a summary of select calls for service. Officers respond to many additional calls each day that are not included in this update.

08/03/2026

FOUND DOG -- This friendly female was found wondering around in Silk Creek Park. If you have any information, please call Dispatch (541)942-9145 ext. 1, re. Case 20261049

07/28/2026

Curious about what your Police Officers have been up to this week? Here’s a quick recap:

- Saturday brought Rock, Roll 'n' Rumble back to Cottage Grove with a Car Show at Coiner Park, a Car Cruise along River Road, and a Street Dance. We hope everyone had a great time enjoying the festivities!

- Officers continued to focus on traffic safety throughout the week with increased enforcement of speeding violations and drivers failing to obey traffic control devices. These proactive efforts are aimed at keeping our roads safe for everyone.

- Officers responded to the Great Western Pub after receiving a report of a male causing a disturbance inside the business and threatening to shoot someone. Officers arrived at the business and contacted a male at the end of the bar. Although the subject was not armed and did not possess a firearm, he had engaged in a verbal altercation and made threats of harm toward another patron. Officers learned the male had been permanently trespassed from the business just days earlier but had returned despite the order. He was arrested and transported to the Lane County Jail on charges of Menacing (ORS 163.190), Disorderly Conduct in the Second Degree (ORS 166.025), and Criminal Trespass in the Second Degree (ORS 164.245).

- A call was received that a suspicious subject was lying on the ground of the parking lot of the Community Center. Upon arrival, officers saw the involved subject to be upright and clearing out the area where he was sleeping. The subject identified himself and while he was being explained where to sleep within the City of Cottage Grove, dispatch advised that the male subject had a warrant for his arrest out of Eugene Municipal Court. He was detained without issue and transported to the Lane County Jail to be lodged.

- Two individuals were contacted after officers saw them trespassing on the railroad tracks. Both subjects were advised of the rules surrounding the railroad tracks and dispatch performed a records search on both. The male subject was found to have an active warrant for his arrest out of Linn County Circuit Court for Failure to Appear on Elude, Reckless Driving, and Violation of Speed 100+. When the male subject was detained, he had admitted to having a pipe and methamphetamine on his person. The drugs and drug paraphernalia were seized for destruction. The male was transported to the Lane County Jail to be lodged on his warrant with additional charges of Possession of Methamphetamine (ORS 475.894).

- Cottage Grove Dispatch received a call from the son of an alleged victim in a Lincoln County investigation. The caller reported that his now-deceased mother had been victimized by a man in Newport over several years and wanted to ensure the suspect was brought to justice. After recently seeing the suspect posting in the "What's Going on in Cottage Grove" Facebook group, he believed the man was living in or around Cottage Grove. Officers identified the suspect and discovered he had a nationwide felony warrant stemming from an indictment through the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office for multiple counts of So**my, S*xual Abuse in the First Degree, and Unlawful S*xual Pe*******on. Officers developed several possible addresses associated with the suspect, including one just outside Cottage Grove city limits. Since the residence was outside the city's jurisdiction, the information was forwarded to the Lane County Sheriff's Office. A Creswell deputy responded to the location and requested assistance from Cottage Grove officers. The suspect was located without incident, taken into custody on the outstanding felony warrant, and lodged pending extradition back to Lincoln County.

- Officers conducted follow-up on the ongoing theft and fraudulent use of a credit card investigation. During the investigation, the suspect was identified and came to the police station to turn himself in. The subject admitted he located the victim's wallet after it was left at Taco Bell, removed two debit cards, and knowingly used them to make unauthorized purchases at multiple businesses. Based on the victim's statement, witness statements, surveillance footage, business records, and the suspects admissions, probable cause was established to charge the subject with Identify Theft (ORS 165.800), eight counts of Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card (ORS 165.055) and Theft in the Second Degree (ORS 164.045). He was transported to the Lane County Jail to be lodged.

- Officers responded with lights and sirens to the entrance of Safeway for a vehicle versus bicyclist crash. The investigation determined the driver was not impaired and the collision appears to be a result of sun glare and unable to see the bicyclist. The driver was issued a citation for Failure to Yield to a Bicyclist on a Sidewalk (ORS 811.055).

- CGPD Officers responded to assist on a serious two-vehicle head-on crash along Highway 99 North near Abbott Lane. One vehicle rolled multiple times, ejecting the driver through the windshield before coming to rest upside down in a ditch, while the second vehicle was forced off the roadway onto the shoulder. Both vehicles sustained extensive damage; however, despite the severity of the collision, both drivers suffered only minor injuries. Oregon State Police and ODOT arrived and took over control of the incident.

Please note: This is a summary of select calls for service. Officers respond to many additional calls each day that are not included in this update.

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