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Coast Guard, Local Agencies Search for Two Missing Fishermen Near Yachats

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of the missing men should contact the Lane County Sheriff’s Office.

(ASTORIA, Ore.) - The Coast Guard is searching for two missing fishermen two miles south of Yachats, Oregon Thursday. 62-year old Bill Bodewig and 23-year old Nick Lutz, both from the local area, were reported missing late Wednesday night to the Lane County Sheriff’s Office.

An HH-65C Dolphin helicopter crew from Coast Guard Air Facility Newport, Oregon, searched at first light and discovered a fishing pole and two backpacks in the area the fishermen were last reported.

Gym Owner Arrested in Clackamas Sex Abuse Case

Real Fitness is on Jannsen Road in Clackamas, the proprietor and suspect in this case is 38-year old Bryce Darrel Jackson, who lives on SE Laurel in Milwaukie.

(CLACKAMAS, Ore.) - Sheriff's deputies arrested a Milwaukie man on Sex Abuse charges Monday afternoon at his gym in Clackamas.

Det. Jim Strovink with the Clackamas Sheriff's Office, says it began when an 18-year-old female called her mother crying hysterically after allegedly being sexually assaulted in the gym by its operator, according to that afternoon.

Investigation of Possible Child Abduction Attempt Continues

The girl is described as being approximately 12 years old, 5 feet tall, thin, with light brown hair that hangs straight to her shoulder. She was seen wearing tan pants, a dark colored jacket and was carrying a pink backpack.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - We reported yesterday that Portland Police Officers responded to the area of 136th and Division around 3:45 p.m. on a report that a man in the area had possibly attempted to grab a child.

Detectives with Portland Police say they are continuing their investigation into athe incident reported yesterday, but they have determined that there are conflicting statements from witnesses at the scene, according to police.

Police Say Juveniles Sprayed Graffiti & Pointed Firearm at Resident

Police say the investigation is continuing and further charges are pending.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Salem Police say two juveniles were arrested after being caught in the act of doing graffiti at a Salem apartment complex, then pointing a firearm at the complainant as they fled the scene.

The incident began at about 3:05 p.m. on Wednesday when three juveniles were observed doing graffiti at an apartment complex in the 3100 block of 7th Place NE, according to Salem Police Lt. Dave Okada.

Woman Flies From Bridge Into Mill Creek After Being Struck by Vehicle (VIDEO)

Rescue efforts of Salem Police and Fire recognized as lifesaving.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Salem Police say 48-year old Janice Johnson was struck by a vehicle on Mission Street Wednesday night, on the bridge over Mill Creek.

She was propelled over the concrete barrier about 30 feet into the water below, and was rescued by Salem Police and Fire personnel, according to Salem Police Lt. Dave Okada.

Portland Police Investigate Reported Child Abduction Attempt

Police want to talk to the girl involved in this alleged incident and anyone with information concerning this case is asked to call Detectives at 503-823-0407.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Portland Police officers responded to the area of 136th and Division today at 3:45 p.m. on a report that a man in the area had possibly attempted to grab a child.

Detective Mary Wheat with the Portland Police Bureau, says officers interviewed two citizens who stated they witnessed a man attempting to grab a girl walking in the area and that the man attempted to chase her.

4x4 Enthusiasts Combine Recreation and Lifesaving Skills to Help Others (SLIDESHOW)

Every once in a while, things line up just right for the benefit of all.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Earlier this month I went to Sandy, Oregon area with my friend Noah Patraw, one of those guys that loves driving a 4x4 and you know, there are many like him out there.

And then there are those that love to drive 4x4's and use this skill and love for the terrain to assist the community in searching for and rescuing people.

Police Investigate Armed Robbery in Corvallis

Police say the suspect displayed a revolver during the robbery.

(CORVALLIS, Ore.) - Corvallis Police say this morning at about 1:45 a.m., officers were called out to investigate an armed robbery which occurred at DeDe's located at 1786 NW 9th Street.

The suspect is described as a white male with blue eyes, possibly in his twenties or thirties according to Corvallis Police Lieutenant Dave Henslee.

Crash Kills One and Injures 8 Near Mt. Hood Meadows

OSP troopers from The Dalles Area Command office are continuing the investigation.

(MOUNT HOOD, Ore.) - Oregon State Police troopers are investigating a Saturday morning two-vehicle fatal traffic crash on Highway 35 about five miles north of Mt. Hood Meadows that left one person dead and eight injured.

OSP Sergeant Julie Wilcox says Saturday at approximately 10:28 a.m. a 1992 GMC Yukon sport utility vehicle driven by 16-year old Justin Wayne O'Neal of Battleground, Washington was southbound with two other teenagers on Highway 35 near milepost 69 on snow/ice-covered roadway conditions.

Attempted Murder / Kidnapping Suspect Arrested in Clackamas County

The charges stem from gunshots fired at a moving car and a related kidnapping.

(CLACKAMAS, Ore.) - At 12:12 p.m. Saturday, November 14, 2009, a frightened Spanish speaking female came to the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office, reporting she had been shot at while traveling along I-205 near SW Stafford Road and was forced to accompany this armed suspect to an unidentified remote location near Battle Ground, Washington.

Detective Jim Strovink with the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office, says after several hours elapsed, this courageous victim was able to seize the suspect's handgun when he fell asleep and flee on foot from the suspect vehicle.