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Emergency Crews Dispatched to Rollover Crash

Emergency crews were dispatched to a rollover crash on Cloverlawn Drive near Malone Way.

Rescue crews from Rural Metro Fire, American Medical Response, Grants Pass Fire, and the Josephine County Sheriff's Office were mobilized Sunday at 7:03 p.m.

Two occupants were able to exit the vehicle unaided, however a third was found partially pinned underneath. Using specialized rescue equipment, firefighters were able to lift the vehicle enough to extricate the occupant, who was transported to the hospital with moderate trauma injuries.

A power pole impacted at the crash site received insignificant damage, resulting in no fire or known outages.

Posted on 8/10/26 5:37AM by Alex Bauer

IVFD, Emergency Crews Dispatched to Fires, Traffic Accident over Weekend

The Illinois Valley Fire District and emergency crews were dispatched to three incidents three incidents over the weekend.

Saturday at 11 a.m., a grass fire was reported on the Redwood Highway at Hidden Creek Road and Anderson Creek Road in Selma.

The IVFD, Oregon Department of Forestry's Southwest Oregon District, Rural Metro Fire, Grants Pass Fire, the Rogue River U.S. Forest Service, BLM resources, American Medical Response, Grayback Forestry, Inc. and Oregon State Police responded to the vegetation fire.

The fire was extinguished and is presently undergoing mop-up operations. Pacific Power assisted in making sure there were no issues with power sources at the scene.

That same night at 11:15 p.m., another grass fire occurred on Caves Highway at Little Grayback Road in Cave Junction. IVFD and ODF crews responded to the quarter-acre fire and promptly extinguished it. Rural Metro provided district coverage during the incident.

Lastly, on Sunday at 3:13 p.m., crews responded to a traffic accident on the California side of Collier Tunnel.

IVFD and AMR were dispatched by Gasquet Fire and Del Norte Ambulance in response to the traffic accident. Upon arrival, units observed two vehicles with moderate damage. All individuals involved were assessed, and no transports were required.

The scene was subsequently released to the California Highway Patrol, and all units returned to service.

Posted on 8/10/26 5:22AM by Alex Bauer

Woodrat Mountain Fire 50% Contained, Incident Transitions to Local Team

Woodrat Mountain Fire crews reached 50% containment and extended mop-up to 200 feet from the fire's perimeter. The Oregon Department of Forestry reports the fire remains mapped at 282 acres. The snagging operation has been completed across the incident, removing hazardous trees presenting a significant challenge to firefighter's efforts in securing portions of the perimeter. Overnight resources included seven 20-person hand crews, one 10-person hand crew, three Type 6 engines and four water tenders. Firefighters continued gridding for remaining heat and working deeper into the burned area. A local Type 4 organization assumed command this morning as the incident continues to stabilize and decrease in complexity. A Temporary Flight Restriction remains in place over the fire area. Flying a drone near a wildfire is illegal and can force firefighting aircraft to leave the area. The official cause of the fire remains under active investigation.

Posted on 8/10/26 5:11AM by Alex Bauer

Night Crews Further Engaged Forks Park Fire, 100% Lined

Night resources engaged the Fork State Park Fire, with three crews, two engines, and two water tenders continuing suppression work overnight. According to the Oregon Department of Forestry, crews focused on strengthening and securing line around the fire and extinguishing remaining heat. The blaze is 100% lined and remains at an estimated 10 acres. The official cause of the fire remains under investigation. Forward progress of the fire has been stopped, and favorable conditions overnight helped firefighters ahead of another hot day today. According to the Josephine County Sheriff's Office, a Level 2: BE SET Evacuation warning is in effect for Zones JCU 512-B, JCU 513-B, and JCU-516 -- West Side Rd to Rockydale Rd/S to Pinewood way.

Posted on 8/10/26 5:01AM by Alex Bauer

Progress Made on Forks Park Fire, Aircraft Requested

Air and ground resources are making great progress on the Fork State Park Fire, estimated at approximately 8 acres. The Oregon Department of Forestry reports firefighters are continuing to work on establishing line around the fire, while aircraft supports crews from the air. Air tankers, a lead plane, three Type 1 and two Type 2 helicopters were requested to assist. A roughly 0.1-acre spot fire on the south side has also been quickly attacked and mitigated. Two Type 2 helicopters have been released from the incident. Please continue to avoid the area along Redwood Highway in Cave Junction while crews remain actively working. According to the Josephine County Sheriff's Office, a Level 2: BE SET Evacuation warning is in effect for Zones JCU 512-B, JCU 513-B, and JCU-516 -- West Side Rd to Rockydale Rd/S to Pinewood way.

Posted on 8/9/26 6:31PM by Alex Bauer

Woodrat Mountain Fire Mop-Up Advances, Zones Downgraded

Firefighters are moving farther into the Woodrat Mountain Fire interior, with mop-up reaching 150 feet from the perimeter of the 35% contained, 282 acre blaze. According to the Oregon Department of Forestry, crews are focused on locating and extinguishing remaining heat spots. Falling modules continue removing hazardous snags throughout the incident. A strong ground response remains across the south, north, and east sides of the fire, thanks to falling and suppression modules, hand crews, engines, water tenders, dozers, and skid units. Three Type 1, three Type 2 and two Type 3 helicopters are available today to support ground resources. Temperatures remain warm but have eased from earlier highs, while improving overnight humidity recoveries are expected to provide favorable conditions for deeper mop-up. All zones have been downgraded to normal. The official cause of the fire remains under active investigation.

Posted on 8/9/26 9:18AM by Alex Bauer

BCC to Hold Land Use Hearing, General Discussion on Jail, Detention Tax Monday

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will begin next week with a Land Use Hearing and a General Discussion.

Beginning at 9 a.m. in the Anne G. Basker Auditorium, the board will consider a request for an appeal objecting to a decision to deny the placement of Non-Farm Dwelling on a property on Lower River Road. The property is located in the Exclusive Farm Zone.

That afternoon at 1:30 p.m., the board will convene in the BCC Conference Room to continue discussion regarding the Adult Jail and Juvenile Detention Five-Year Local Option Tax. Pending other matters, the meeting will adjourn following the discussion.

The community may attend both meetings in person or online at www.josephinecounty.gov/livestream.

Posted on 8/7/26 1:38PM by Alex Bauer

JoCo Sheriff's Deputies Arrested Man Trespassing on Out-of-State Homeowner's Property

Deputies with the Josephine County Sheriff's Office lodged a man for trespassing after he was reported in someone's garage.

Thursday at 3:05 p.m., a deputy was dispatched to a property in the 2000 block of Stringer Gap Road for a report of an active burglary. The reporting party, out of state at the time of the call, could see the suspect via security camera footage.

It was reported the suspect drove to the location in a black or dark blue Honda Civic with tinted windows, and proceeded to enter the garage. Law enforcement arrived, but no suspect was found. However, an open door to the garage was observed, as well as water on the floor, and fresh, wet footprints.

The property was cleared by deputies, and the suspect vehicle was located a few addresses away on the side of the road. The suspect, identified as Brian Pattinson, was contacted and detained. Deputies positively matched the footprints to the shoes of Pattinson. Though he declined being at the residence, he later confessed.

Video footage was sent to deputies by the property owner, further confirming Pattinson's presence at the home. He was transported to the Josephine County Jail and, according to jail logs, he was lodged on a charge of First Degree Trespass.

Posted on 8/7/26 1:22PM by Alex Bauer

Officer-Involved Shooting Results in Hospitalized Suspect, OSP Investigating

Grants Pass Police officers responded today at 7:09 a.m. to the 1600 block of NE 6th Street following reports of a male with a firearm attempting to break into a vehicle. According to a GPPD news release, during the incident, the suspect displayed the weapon, then struck the victim’s head with the body of the gun. After the confrontation, the suspect fled on foot, running south on NE 7th Street. Responding patrol officers observed the suspect on Midland Avenue. During the encounter, the suspect pointed a firearm at the officers. Faced with the perceived imminent threat of death or serious physical injury, three officers discharged their duty firearms. The officers were also attempting to prevent the suspect from causing further harm at the time of the encounter. Emergency medical aid was immediately rendered to the suspect, who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. Officers continued providing care until relieved by American Medical Response and Grants Pass Fire and Rescue.

Posted on 8/7/26 12:34PM by Alex Bauer

GPPD Officers Arrested a Walmart Theft Suspect who Gave False Information

Walmart Loss Prevention reported a theft suspect after she stole approximately $50 worth of unpaid merchandise.

The woman was stopped by the 135 NE Terry Lane store's asset protection after she passed all points of sale without paying Thursday around 5:54 p.m. She was cooperative before law enforcement arrived, but provided loss prevention with false information.

Upon arrival, Grants Pass Police contacted the suspect, who provided her Oregon Driver's License. Her identity was confirmed as Steveyann Gullotto, and she was taken into custody.

Officers transported Gullotto to the Josephine County Jail where she was lodged on a charge of Third Degree Theft. She was trespassed from the Walmert, and later released due to a lack of jail resources.

Posted on 8/7/26 11:56AM by Alex Bauer

GP Police Lodge Oklahoma Man for JCSO Warrant following Trespass Complaint

Grants Pass Police responded to a trespass complaint and arrested the suspect for an active warrant Thursday.

An employee of Flespy's Bar and Grill called 911, reporting the suspect was yelling and refusing to leave the premises around 5:42 p.m. He eventually left after being refused service, and it was requested he be trespassed.

The suspect proceeded to pace on Maple Lane and seemed to be intoxicated. Officers arrived and identified the man as Bret Matheson by his Oklahoma ID. His information was run through dispatch and there was a valid and serviceable warrant out for his arrest.

The Jackson County Sheriff's Office warrant charged Matheson with Fourth Degree Assault, Third Degree Robbery, Harassment, and Second Degree Theft. Officers took him into custody and lodged him in jail for his warrant. He was also trespassed from Flespy's.

Posted on 8/7/26 11:37AM by Alex Bauer

Man Wanted on Warrants Arrested Following Illegal Dumping Report

Josephine County Sheriff's deputies arrested a man after he and two others reportedly attempted to illegally dump a trailer.

Dispatch was alerted Thursday to the incident in the 2800 block of NW Highland Avenue. Two men and a woman were reportedly trying to use a jack and flip the trailer over in a parking lot around 8:22 p.m.

Deputies contacted the suspects, and one of them, later identified as Steven Compton, used a false name. He was found to be wanted on warrants out of the Sheriff's Office and Grants Pass Police Department for Second Degree Theft, Third Degree Escape, and Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle.

It was determined the littering complaint was unfounded. According to the deputy report, the nearby Bulldog Auto Repair and Towing confirmed the suspects had been given a camper, and were strapping it down.

Compton was flagged for using a false name, and transported to the Adult Jail Facility where he was lodged for his warrants.

Posted on 8/7/26 11:17AM by Alex Bauer