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Jail K9 Koda Remembered
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of Corrections K9 Koda, a longtime drug detection dog who served nearly six years at the Jackson County Jail before retiring in 2024.
In-Custody Death Reported at Josephine County Jail
The Josephine County Sheriff’s Office reported an in-custody death after a 50-year-old adult in custody was found unresponsive during routine cell checks late Wednesday night. Oregon State Police is investigating, and no foul play is suspected.