Albany, Oregon – The Oregon State Police (OSP), Albany Area Command, are actively investigating a series of shooting incidents targeting moving vehicles on state highways. The investigation, which began on December 1, 2023, has uncovered a pattern of incidents, leading detectives to believe they are likely connected.
On Friday, December 1, 2023, OSP received a report of a vehicle struck by a bullet. Subsequently, on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, a second report emerged in a similar area to the initial incident. Major Crimes Section detectives immediately initiated an inquiry, discovering two prior incidents reported to the Albany Police Department and the OSP Salem Area Command before December 6. This morning, the Linn County Sheriff’s Office cross-reported another incident in the area of Highway 20 and Highway 226.
The Oregon State Police provided a timeline of the incidents:
- November 2, 2023, 2:00 a.m. – Highway 20, just east of Albany
- November 25, 2023, 9:30 a.m. – Highway 22E, near Mill City
- December 1, 2023, 2:30 a.m. – Highway 20, near Highway 226
- December 5, 2023, 2:00 a.m. – Highway 226, south of Scio
- December 6, 2023, 2:37 a.m. – Highway 20, near Highway 226
Fortunately, no injuries have been reported thus far. However, investigators confirmed that the damage to vehicles was caused by a firearm.
In response to these incidents, the Oregon State Police is intensifying patrols in the affected areas to enhance public safety. Authorities are urging the public to assist in identifying potential suspects or suspect vehicles, including any unreported incidents. If you have information related to these incidents, please contact the Oregon State Police immediately at 1-800-442-2068 or OSP (677) on a mobile device.
As the investigation unfolds, the Oregon State Police say they will continue to provide updates to the public.
Source: OSP
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