Reckless Driver Causes Multi-Vehicle Crash on Crater Lake Highway
Medford Police responded Wednesday to a multi-vehicle crash near Crater Lake Highway and Poplar Drive that injured three people and damaged five vehicles. Prior to the crash, dispatch received reports of a vehicle driving recklessly and against traffic on the expressway entering Medford. The driver continued westbound in the eastbound lanes of Crater Lake Highway before crossing the median near Poplar Drive and striking several vehicles that were stopped for a red light. Five vehicles were damaged in the crash and three people were injured. Two were transported to a local hospital with minor injuries. The driver was also transported for a medical evaluation and treatment. Officers observed signs of impairment during the investigation, and the driver admitted to using marijuana prior to the crash. Investigators obtained a search warrant for blood evidence related to the DUII investigation. During an interview with officers, the driver, identified as 29-year-old Justyne Harbour, also indicated the crash was intentional.
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Suspected Arsonist in Bush and Palm Tree Fires Arrested by GP Police
Reports of smoke dispatched Grants Pass Police to arrest the suspected arsonist responsible for bush and palm tree fires Thursday. The first fire occurred at the Sunflower Bank at 550 SW 6th Street, where a nearby officer observed the fully involved bush prior to 911 calls. An extinguisher was used to keep the bush fire from spreading to the nearby building. Grants Pass firefighters arrived and fully extinguished the fire. Another column of smoke was reported coming from a palm tree outside Fabulous Fridays at 757 SE 6th Street. Both fires were found to be started with a Bic lighter by Serenity Bailey. She admitted to setting the fires, as well as recent Methamphetamine usage. A consent search of her person was conducted, confirming both admissions with the seizure of the lighter and a charge of Meth Possession being placed on her. She was transported to the Adult Jail Facility for lodging on her meth charge, plus two counts of First Degree Arson, and a parole violation detainer.
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Gold Scam Suspect Arrested by GP Police, Public Cautioned of Fraud
The Grants Pass Police Department received a report of stolen gold from a local resident through a scam. Because of the value, the case was turned over to the Grants Pass Police Major Crimes Unit. Through a lengthy and complex investigation, Jing Chen, a 35-year-old male from California, was arrested for Conspiracy to Commit Theft. Jail logs show he was later released per a court order. The loss to the victim is more than $200,000 in gold. The investigation is still active. No further information will be provided at this time. Police are reminding citizens to be cautious when receiving suspicious phone calls, texts, or emails. It is important to take additional steps to verify the messages' contents before responding or taking action. Should you receive a fraudulent message, please report it to Grants Pass Police at 541-450-6260.
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