MEDFORD, Ore. — Medford Police say one of two burglary suspects left a jail identification bracelet at a business that they allegedly burgled. Around midnight on Saturday, a Medford Police Officer observed two subjects walking through the Medford Center; both were carrying an electric heater. The pair told the officer the property was given to … Continue reading »
Woman’s Death Under Investigation
MEDFORD, Ore. — Medford Police are investigating the death of a 20-year-old woman. On Friday morning, Medford Police officers and medical personnel were dispatched to a residence in the 1000 block of Kristen Drive for a 20-year-old woman unconscious and not breathing. Medical personnel were unable to revive her and she was declared dead at … Continue reading »
Burglaries on the Rise in Rogue Valley
MEDFORD, Ore. — Burglaries are up throughout the Rogue Valley, law enforcement agencies have been investigating several burglary incidents involving homes, grocery stores and and even construction sites. On Monday, Ashland Police arrested three boys, ages 12 and 13, for allegedly burglarizing the Ashland Albertson’s store and the neighboring Rite Aid. Jackson County Sheriff’s Office … Continue reading »
Police Investigate Residential Burglary
MEDFORD, Ore. — Medford Police are investigating a residential burglary that they believe is connected to other recent burglaries in the area. On Monday, homeowners at a residences on the 4700 block of Cloudcrest Drive called Medford Police after noticing their garage window open and the screen removed. Upon looking around further, they discovered several … Continue reading »
Fatal Crash Suspect In Court
By Sharon Ko MEDFORD, Ore. — Medford Police are continuing the investigation of a fatal hit and run and that driver who police say is responsible for it will most likely remain in jail. A Jackson County judge set Leta Schroeder’s bail at $3 million. Leta Schroeder appeared through a video camera in court today … Continue reading »
Was James Holmes Medicated?
By Bryan Navarro The man accused of opening fire in a Colorado movie theater Friday, killing 12 and injuring 58 others made his first court appearance. Unshaven and with his hair dyed, James Holmes did not say a word during his court hearing. Many are wondering if Holmes, who appeared dazed, was medicated in court. … Continue reading »
Colorado Shooting: Local Police Reflect
By Christy Lewis MEDFORD, Ore. — The incident has local police officers reflecting on their annual training, reviewing how they would handle a case similar to the one at that Colorado movie theater. Anytime something like this happens, Medford Police officers look at the situation very closely. There’s no plan to patrol the movie theatres … Continue reading »
The Hiring Process: Medford Police
By Danielle Craig MEDFORD, Ore. — Medford Police have seven open officer positions; that could mean longer response times. That’s why the department is in the middle of one of its hiring processes. So far, it’s whittled 180 applicants down to the final dozen. The process is so extensive, with written tests, group exercises and … Continue reading »
Red Light Offender Alert
By Yessenia Anderson MEDFORD,Ore. — Red light offenders caught on video typically pay the price later with a citation in the mail. One incident caught on tape has sent a frightening reminder to drivers across the nation. Police say it’s a common mistake that can lead to deadly circumstances. Medford Police officials say because there … Continue reading »
