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Emergency Services: 911

Contact Dispatch: 541-770-4783

Contact Medford Police Records: 541-774-2250

Anonymous Tip Line: 541-618-1847

06/05/2026

Update (6/5; 6:35PM) 🚨: North Phoenix Road has reopened to traffic.

The crash near North Phoenix Road and Juanipero Way involved a golf cart and a passenger vehicle. Both the driver and passenger of the golf cart were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The collision remains under investigation.

Update (6/5; 4:42PM)🚨: The crash under investigation involved a golf cart and a vehicle.

🚧 North Phoenix Road is closed in both directions between Cole Mine Road and Creek View Drive.

Please use alternate routes and avoid the area while the investigation continues.

TRAFFIC ALERT (6/5; 4:30PM)🚨: We are currently on scene of a motor vehicle crash near Juanipero Way and North Phoenix Road.

Our Serious Traffic Accident Reconstruction (STAR) Team has been activated and is responding. Motorists should avoid the area, as surrounding roads will be closed for an extended period while the investigation is conducted.

Please use alternate routes and expect delays.

Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.

06/05/2026

𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗲

On Thursday afternoon, the Medford Police Department, in coordination with Jackson County Mental Health and the Mobile Crisis Team, responded to a residence in the 1800 block of Roxy Ann Place to conduct a welfare check.

Upon arrival, officers were unable to make contact with the resident and observed a deceased cat in plain view within the residence. Based on those observations and information gathered during the initial investigation, a search warrant was obtained. Officers later located and contacted the resident prior to the ex*****on of the warrant, which was subsequently served at the property.

As the investigation developed, the Medford Police Livability Team, Code Enforcement, and Jackson County Animal Control responded to assist.

During the search, investigators located multiple live and deceased cats on the property.

Wendy Diamond, 65, is facing seven counts of Animal Neglect in the First Degree, a felony. Additional charges may be pending. The Jackson County District Attorney’s Office has been consulted as part of the investigation.

Jackson County Animal Control is taking custody of the live cats located on the property and will oversee their care and evaluation.

The investigation remains ongoing.

06/04/2026

𝗟𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 for 2026 Rogue Valley Girls Police Camp applications! 📣

This is a great opportunity to explore a career in law enforcement through hands on activities, including firearm safety, self-defense, police investigations, radio communications, tactical building searches, and emergency vehicle operations.

𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀: July 24-26
𝗔𝗴𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽: Girls 14-20
𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁: Free

‼️The deadline to apply is tomorrow (June 5), so don't wait to turn in your application!

Learn more and apply 👉 https://www.medfordoregon.gov/News-Articles/Registration-Open-for-2026-Rogue-Valley-Girls-Police-Camp

06/04/2026

Congratulations to Police Chief Trevor Arnold! 🎉Surrounded by family, friends, and members of MPD, Arnold was officially sworn in as Medford's Police Chief at tonight's City Council meeting.

As he takes on this new role, Chief Ivens will continue serving as an advisor until his retirement at the end of this month.

Thank you, Chief Ivens, for your years of leadership and service. And thank you, Chief Arnold, for more than 27 years of dedication to the Medford community. We look forward to the leadership, experience, and commitment you'll bring to this role.

Congratulations, Chief Arnold! We're proud to have you leading our department. 🚓

06/03/2026

𝗪𝗲'𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴!👮‍♀️ Join our team as a 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿.

We're looking for an organized, community-minded professional who brings strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a genuine interest in public service. If you enjoy connecting with people and coordinating meaningful programs, we want to meet you!

Minimum qualifications:
✅Graduation from high school (or GED)
✅18 years old by date of hire with no felony convictions
✅Possession of a valid driver's license by date of hire
✅Successful completion of a comprehensive background investigation

In this role, you'll coordinate and support our volunteers, serve as a key liaison with Neighborhood Watch and other community groups, and assist with events and outreach activities. You'll help organize community service efforts and build positive relationships with the community and our partners.

The recruitment closes 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 (𝟲/𝟯), so don't wait to send us an application! Learn more and apply ⬇️ https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/medfordor/jobs/5349012/community-service-officer-community-engagement?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

06/03/2026

𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 (𝟲/𝟯 𝟭𝟬:𝟱𝟬 𝗔𝗠) - 𝗩𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗺 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱, 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗔𝗿𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗮𝘂𝗹𝘁: On Tuesday, June 2, at approximately 3:30 p.m., we received reports from citizens in the area of West Jackson Street and Welch Street who heard what they believed to be a serious assault occurring near the railroad tracks.

As officers responded, witnesses located an adult female suffering from severe head injuries. Officers and emergency medical personnel immediately began life-saving efforts; however, those efforts were unsuccessful, and the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Based on witness statements and video evidence gathered during the investigation, officers identified and located the suspect, 19-year-old Darius McCree-Santangelo, walking near West McAndrews Road and Summit Avenue approximately 20 minutes after the initial call for service. Local businesses were pivotal in providing video footage to investigators linking the suspect to this crime.

The victim has been identified as 43-year-old Nicole Marie Dominguez. Investigators believe the suspect and victim were acquainted. No additional information regarding their relationship or the circumstances surrounding the incident will be released at this time.

Darius McCree-Santangelo was lodged at the Jackson County Jail on the charge of Murder in the Second Degree. Detectives have been working closely with prosecutors from the Jackson County District Attorney’s Office, which will be responsible for prosecuting the case.

The victim’s next of kin has been notified. We extend our sincere condolences to Ms. Dominguez’s family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.

𝗢𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: On Tuesday, June 2 at about 3:30 PM, we received a call from a citizen reporting that they were hearing an assault in the area of Welch Street near W. Jackson St.

Police responded to the scene and located an adult female with significant injuries. She was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Officers on scene currently have a person of interest in custody and this investigation is ongoing.

While there is a heavy police presence, there is no known threat to the public.

We will provide updates as they become available and are not identifying any parties at this time.

06/01/2026

𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝗻-𝗡-𝗢𝘂𝘁; 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱: On Friday, May 29 at about 11:40pm, officers responded to the In-N-Out restaurant on Crater Lake Highway on a report of shots fired.

Upon arrival, officers located a 19-year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound, along with three other individuals outside a vehicle that had crashed into a tree in a nearby parking lot.

The preliminary investigation determined that the occupants of the vehicle had fled the area immediately following the shooting before losing control and colliding with the tree. The injured victim was transported to a local hospital, where he was treated and admitted for his injuries.

During the investigation, officers located and detained a 21-year-old male suspect in the Target shopping center parking lot. Detectives and forensic personnel responded to the scene and assumed responsibility for the investigation.

Following the investigation, 21-year-old Ivan Ortiz was arrested and lodged on charges of Assault in the First Degree and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.

This investigation remains active. Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact the Medford Police Department.

05/28/2026

Our Law Enforcement Recruitment Event is tomorrow! 🚔

We’re partnering with Southern Oregon law enforcement agencies to host a recruiting event for those interested in a career in public safety.

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:
📅 May 29
⏰ 4 to 8 p.m.
📍ETHOS Training Center (4414 S. Pacific Hwy, in Phoenix)

Join us for presentations, a chance to meet local agencies, and insights into testing processes, requirements, and agency culture.

𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘳𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘭𝘦𝘴, 𝘧𝘰𝘰𝘥, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴, 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘰𝘯'𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴!

🚙Please park in the front lot or field across the street and leave the Blackbird parking lot available for their customers.

Whether you're exploring civilian or sworn positions, this is a great chance to get started. We hope to see you there!

05/27/2026

𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿: the Community Neighborhood Watch Outreach event is tomorrow (5/28)!

This event is open to all residents (including those not yet part of a Neighborhood Watch group) and will provide resources, guidance, and ideas for protecting homes and neighborhoods.

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:
📅May 28
⏰6 p.m.
📍MPD's Prescott Room (219 S. Ivy Street)

This is a great opportunity to ask questions, share concerns, and explore ways to start or strengthen Neighborhood Watch efforts.

Questions? Call 541-774-2268 or email us at [email protected]!

05/26/2026

Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🎓 Our SROs were proud to cheer you on during today's Grad Walk event.

We loved getting to celebrate this important milestone for Medford's graduating seniors! 👏

Medford School District 549C

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219 S. Ivy Street
Medford, OR
97501

Telephone

+15417704783

Website

http://www.medfordoregon.gov/

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