CRIME & SAFETY
An Online Child Predator Catcher Leads to 24 Arrests in Albany, Oregon
In Albany, Oregon, a recent operation led by an independent online activist resulted in the arrest of 24 individuals on charges linked to endangering minors. Operating under the alias "Tim Johnson" and using the Facebook group People vs. Preds, the activist has been involved in this unique form of justice for over three years. Throughout this period, he claims to have exposed over 400 individuals suspected of child predation, with 150 arrests ensuing from his efforts.
I-5 milepost 226 southbound & MP 198-199 closed due to police activity
EUGENE, Ore — Interstate 5 milepost 226, eight miles south of Albany is currently closed due to police activity. ODOT advises using an alternate route or delaying your trip. Interstate 5 milepost 198-199 ramps, 4 miles north of Beltline are also closed due to police activity. Use an alternate...
Shooting leads to investigation, heavy police presence in Coburg & Albany
COBURG & ALBANY, Ore.- Oregon State Police and other local agencies are investigating a potential shooting Sunday. Officials with the Coburg Fire Department confirmed with KEZI 9 News there was a shooting in the Pearl Street area of Coburg near the Shell gas station just before 3 p.m. Sunday. Officials...
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