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GP Police Arrested Two Suspects Following Airbnb Trespassing Complaint

A rental home owner contacted 911 saying the short term renters of his property saw a woman trespassing in the backyard Thursday night.

At 9:39 p.m., the owner reported the guests, having just checked in that day, said there was a woman, Brook Mack, living in the detached garage on the property in the 100 block of SW I Street.

The renters had told the owner that Mack was washing her laundry in the machines inside the home. The owner requested Mack be trespassed from the property, and wished to pursue all applicable charges.

Grants Pass Police officers arrived and located the makeshift living space in the garage. Along with a running space heater, food, and other supplies, officers located an outbuilding next door being used as a bathroom, with feces piled up and toilet paper.

While back at the patrol vehicle, law enforcement was advised by the renters that Mack had returned. She, along with another suspect, Gabriel Feliciano, were contacted upon their arrival. Mack said she had been living in the garage for three weeks.

She was arrested for Burglary in the First and Second Degree, Criminal Mischief in the Second Degree, and Theft of Services. Feliciano was arrested on two warrants charging him with First Degree Criminal Mischief, Second Degree Burglary, and Unlawful Possession of Meth.

Mack and Feliciano were both lodged in the Josephine County Jail.

Posted on 1/9/26 11:57AM by Alex Bauer

I.V. Fire District Responded to Morning RV Fire in Cave Junction

Today at 09:16 a.m., a large vehicle fire was reported in Cave Junction.

The Illinois Valley Fire District responded to the scene in the 400 block of Tycer Crossing.

Fire crews were able to successfully extinguish the RV fire. The occupants had safely evacuated from the vehicle and remained unharmed.

The incident is currently under investigation.

Posted on 1/9/26 11:23AM by Alex Bauer

Numerous Calls Regarding Suspect Walking In Street Lead to Arrest

The 911 Dispatch Center received numerous calls about the same suspect walking in the street Thursday afternoon.

The first caller reported around 4:45 p.m. that an older man was walking into traffic at the corner of NW 6th Street and NE F Street. The caller had almost struck the male suspect while driving before the call was made.

Another call came in to dispatch advising the same suspect was near the post office, then a third caller reported the man was waving his hands and continuing to walk back and forth in front of traffic, despite having no legal right of way.

Yet another call to dispatch said the suspect was continuing to walk into the street in front of the Wells Fargo. According to the caller, the suspect would wait until traffic was coming, then walk right in front of the vehicles.

The suspect was contacted by a Grants Pass Police officer with assistance from Oregon State Police. He didn't identify himself to law enforcement, but the officer knew him from prior knowledge.

Travis Davenport was placed under arrest for Second Degree Disorderly Conduct, and lodged in the Josephine County Jail.

Posted on 1/9/26 11:15AM by Alex Bauer

Suspect on Warrant List Identified, Arrested by GP Police

Officers with the Grants Pass Police Department observed a suspect with an active warrant Thursday.

At 10:42 a.m., the suspect, Ali Cross, was contacted and detained on the corner of NE 7th and NE E Streets. He had a warrant charging him with two counts of Improper Usage of 911.

Officers subsequently transported and lodged Cross in the Josephine County Jail. His property, a black backpack and sleeping bag, were entered for safekeeping.

Posted on 1/9/26 10:51AM by Alex Bauer

Rogue Credit Union Appoints Chief Experience Officer

Rogue Credit Union announced today the appointment of Scott Mulkins as its new Chief Experience Officer (CXO), a newly elevated role focused on advancing the organization’s end-to-end member experience across all delivery channels.

In this role, Mulkins will provide strategic leadership for Rogue Credit Union’s branches, contact centers, digital delivery and marketing, ensuring a cohesive, data-informed, and member-centered experience at every interaction point.

Mulkins brings over a decade of credit union leadership experience, spanning analytics, operations, and enterprise risk management. He joined Rogue Credit Union in 2015, and throughout his tenure, he has been recognized for combining data-driven decision-making with thoughtful, proactive leadership to strengthen the member experience.

For more information, visit roguecu.org.

Posted on 1/9/26 10:35AM by Alex Bauer

OSP Responded to Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash Tuesday

On Tuesday, January 7th, Oregon State Police responded at 8:50 a.m. to a fatal, single-vehicle crash on Highway 199, near milepost 10, in Josephine County.

The preliminary investigation indicated a northbound Toyota Tundra, operated by Marisha Lynn Trainor, 52, of Eugene, reportedly swerved to miss a deer in the roadway, lost control, and rolled multiple times along the shoulder of the highway.

The vehicle came to rest on its roof. Trainor suffered reported minor injuries and was transported to an area hospital.

A passenger in the Toyota, Teddie Dianne Tibbets, 47, of Selma, was declared deceased at the scene.

The highway was impacted for approximately one hour during the on-scene investigation.

Posted on 1/9/26 4:54AM by Alex Bauer

MPD Apprehended 4 Suspects in Home after Obtaining Search Warrant

Medford Police responded to a residence in the 4500 block of Wolf Run at approximately 4:18 p.m. yesterday following a report of a female entering the home.

An observant neighbor making the report was advised to call police if the situation escalated. Upon arrival, Officers were able to confirm the identity of a wanted subject after she entered the residence. Additional information indicated the individual may have been armed.

Officers attempted to make contact with occupants but were unsuccessful. A perimeter was established while additional resources were requested.

Two adult females later exited the residence and were taken into custody without incident. Officers were informed that additional individuals may still be inside the home. A search warrant was obtained, and officers conducted a clearing of the house.

The scene was secured. Officers are in the process of clearing the scene. A total of four individuals with outstanding warrants were arrested. There are no further updates at this time.

Posted on 1/9/26 4:39AM by Alex Bauer

Temporary Board to Discuss Appointment Process at Monday Meeting

With both todays and Friday's 10 a.m. Commissioner Meetings canceled, a meeting of the Temporary Board of Other Elective Administrative Officers will be held Monday, January 12th.

Starting at 3 p.m., the temporary board will select a chair, then discuss the process for Appointments to Josephine County Commissioner Positions 1 and 2. They will create a timeline for appointments, and consider whether to establish a new application deadline.

After covering contents of a new application, approval of vacancy positions, and any other matters related to the filling of the vacancies, the meeting will adjourn.

The Temporary Board Meeting will be held in the BCC Conference Room, again at 3 p.m. Those attending in person must abide by the clear bag policy, and the meeting will be streamed at www.josephinecounty.gov/livestream.

Posted on 1/8/26 11:57AM by Alex Bauer

GP Police Seeking Public Assistance in Finding Missing Juvenile

Grants Pass Police are searching for a missing 13-year-old boy. Kiaen Hintonsenter was last seen on January 7, at approximately 2:30 p.m. He was last known to be at his residence. Kiaen is not believed to be in danger. He is described as five-foot-four and 160 pounds. He has a right nose hoop piercing, and shaved eyebrows in the center of both. If you know the location of Kiaen, please contact your local law enforcement agency or the Grants Pass Police Department at 541-450-6260 and reference Grants Pass case #2026-726.

Posted on 1/8/26 11:46AM by Alex Bauer

GP Police Stopped Driver, Lodged Him on Extraditable Warrant

Grants Pass Police conducted a traffic stop Wednesday night that lead to the arrest of a wanted man.

At 9:23 p.m., an officer pulled over the driver of a blue Sedan near River City Grill at 150 SE K Street for failing to maintain lane. During the stop, the man, Jay Oncher, told law enforcement he was suspended out of Arizona.

Dispatch was able to confirm Oncher was actually a valid driver. However, he did have an extraditable warrant out of Douglas County for his arrest. He was taken into custody and transported to the Josephine County Jail.

Oncher was lodged on his Sheriff's Office warrant charging him with First Degree Theft.

Posted on 1/8/26 11:31AM by Alex Bauer

Woman Puts Basketball Sized Hole through Neighbors Wall, Arrested by GP Police

A woman put a basketball sized hole through her wall into the neighboring apartment's stairway Wednesday night.

She was the subject of three separate calls for service regarding her violent, threatening, and tumultuous behavior. One of the calls at 9:18 p.m. reported the woman had been yelling, screaming, and banging on the walls all night.

Ten minutes prior to the call, the suspect put a hole through the shared wall in hers and the caller's apartments. The damage was estimated to be under $500 in repair costs.

Grants Pass Police arrived at the scene in the 100 block of Southridge Way and contacted the suspect, Deserae Smith. She was taken into custody, and her father was advised of her dogs left at the property.

Smith was lodged in the Josephine County Jail for Second Degree Disorderly Conduct, and Third Degree Criminal Mischief.

Posted on 1/8/26 11:11AM by Alex Bauer

JCSO Jail Commander Honored for 25-Years Distinguished Service

The Jackson County Oregon USA Board of Commissioners honored Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) Captain Josh Aldrich yesterday morning for 25 years of dedicated service.

Over his career, Captain Aldrich has risen through the ranks, led jail operations, and made lasting improvements to corrections and treatment programs locally and statewide.

Captain Aldrich’s strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and leadership opened new opportunities within the Sheriff’s Office. He served as a field training officer and was promoted to Sergeant in 2006, where he supervised a jail shift and managed the corrections field training program.

In 2010, Captain Aldrich attended the Basic Patrol Academy and obtained his patrol certification before returning to corrections. In 2013, he was selected as the Jail’s Administrative Sergeant, further preparing him for future leadership roles. He was promoted to Lieutenant in 2017 and assumed the role of Jail Commander in 2018. In November 2020, he was promoted to Captain of the Corrections Bureau.

For more than 25 years, Captain Aldrich has dedicated his career to serving the residents of Jackson County and strengthening the criminal justice system in the valley.

Posted on 1/8/26 10:49AM by Alex Bauer