‘Help prevent tragedies’: Deschutes County Deputies increase DUI patrols for the holidays
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is increasing patrols across Central Oregon this holiday season as part of the…
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18-year-old Bend resident arrested after brandishing BB gun during road rage incident
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An 18-year-old Bend man, identified as Alex Rojo, was arrested on suspicion of unlawful use of a weapon following a road rage…
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FBI seeking public’s help identifying victims of man who pleaded guilty to sexual abuse of two minors
(Update: Video Added) UMATILLA INDIAN RESERVATION, Ore. (KTVZ) — The FBI is asking for the public’s help to identify additional victims of Aaron…
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Plea entry for Redmond woman accused of fatally stabbing mother delayed following mentally fit ruling
A Deschutes County judge has ruled that Redmond murder suspect Jessica Andersch is now mentally fit to aid and assist in her own defense, clearing…
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Break-in at Bend Christmas tree lot can’t dim holiday spirit
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend Christmas tree lot raising money for a local rehab charity started its morning with an unwelcome surprise. Employees at…
Continue Reading Security footage and stolen ski pass lead to Bend burglary arrest
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man was arrested early Friday morning for allegedly committing multiple burglaries in northwest Bend. Donald Richard…
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Deschutes County deputies, SWAT and OSP arrest fugitive sought in manhunt; suspect at hospital
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Trent Michael Conley was arrested and taken into custody at about 7:50am Thursday. He was arrested by…
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Prineville pastor pleads not guilty to abuse charge for allegedly shooting and blinding ‘Pumpkin’ the kitten
Defense attorney says he shot the cat, believing it was feral and was attacking his chickens PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jason Swick, 48-year-old…
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Problem Solvers: Investigation launched after mother dog survives 40-mile trek before rescue
The Problem Solvers spoke exclusively with the Smith Rock Resident (a new mother herself), who helped capture the Cane Corso. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A…
Continue Reading Pendleton man pleads guilty to sexually abusing minors on Umatilla Reservation
(Update: Video Added) PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Pendleton man pleaded guilty to sexually abusing two minors and engaging in sexual activity with a…
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Close call turns into fight in Bend restaurant parking lot, leading to two arrests
On Saturday, November 29th, officers from the Bend Police Department were called to Taco Salsa on Galveston Avenue following a reported dispute…
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Bend road rage shooting suspect arraigned on five-count indictment; judge keeps bail at $100,000
.A 19-year-old Bend resident accused in a recent road rage shooting incident was arraigned Monday on a five-count indictment and a plea hearing was…
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National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom dies after shooting in Washington, DC, President Trump says
Martinsburg, West Virginia — President Donald Trump said Thursday that US Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom, one of the National Guard members shot in…
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NW Bend woman accused of arson at her home faces hearing on mental fitness before case proceeds
A Bend woman was arraigned on arson and other charges in Deschutes County Court, accused of setting fire to her home in northwest Bend. 33-year-old…
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State warns sophisticated scammers are stepping up their game, says don’t let holiday fraudsters feast on your finances
(Update: Adding video) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation warned investors Thursday to stay alert for financial…
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Suspect with mental health concerns arrested after social media threat targets local school
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A suspect with a well-known history of behavioral health concerns was arrested for an outstanding warrant in Prineville…
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Madras Police Department swears in first code enforcement officers
(Update: Adding video) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Madras Police Department announced that Code Enforcement Officers Duane Ledford and Aija…
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‘Justice for James’: Family of homicide victim speaks out as investigation quietly continues
It’s been more than a month since 43-year-old James Herrera was found dead near Lake Simtustus in Jefferson County. His death has been ruled a…
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Arraignment of Bend man accused of violent assault in his home has been delayed
On Thursday at the Deschutes County Courthouse, Bend resident Garry Dean Mode made an appearance in front of Deschutes County Circuit Judge Michelle…
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Oregon shoppers to receive refunds after deceptive online sales scheme
(Correction: press release included incorrect contact email, it has now been updated.) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Attorney General, Dan Rayfield…
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