Two Jailed on Attempted Murder Charges After Sprague River Road Shooting
Two people have been lodged at the Klamath County Jail on attempted murder charges after deputies responded Tuesday night to a shooting report on Sprague River Road. One person was treated for a gunshot wound, and investigators say one suspect remains at large.
Man Arrested on Child Sex Abuse-Related Charges in Klamath County
A 25-year-old man was arrested after Klamath County deputies served a search warrant in the 2300 block of Garden Avenue. The sheriff’s office says evidence related to child sex abuse-related charges was located and seized during the search.
Man Killed on Highway 97 While Trying to Catch Dog
A Klamath Falls man died Monday night after being struck by a commercial vehicle on Highway 97 near Chemult, according to Oregon State Police. Investigators believe Scott Henry Beggio had entered the roadway while attempting to catch his dog.
Sharpening Water Rescue Skills Ahead of Summer
Klamath County Fire District 1 crews trained with the Klamath County Sheriff’s Office on surface and swift water rescue operations in Klamath Falls, using the exercise to remind residents to wear personal flotation devices around local waterways.
Vacant Building Destroyed in Highway 39 Fire
A vacant structure near Oregon Highway 39 and Roberta Drive in Klamath Falls was destroyed in an overnight fire Thursday, according to Klamath County Fire District 1. Fire officials said crews encountered heavy fire throughout the building and later shifted to a defensive strategy because of fire conditions and structural instability.
Klamath Falls Man Dies in South 6th Street Crash
A Klamath Falls man died Thursday afternoon in a three-vehicle crash on South 6th Street near the intersection with Wiard Street. Oregon State Police says one other driver was transported to Sky Lakes Medical Center with minor injuries, while a third driver was reportedly not injured.
Fire Damages Vacant Klamath Falls Home
Klamath County Fire District 1 responded Monday morning to a structure fire at an abandoned home in the 1700 block of Arthur Street in Klamath Falls. Crews found smoke and fire coming from the vacant structure, brought the fire under control, and prevented it from spreading to nearby homes.
Lockdown Lifted at Malin Elementary After Suspicious Activity Report
A precautionary lockdown at Malin Elementary School was lifted Tuesday after police responded to reports of individuals attempting to access secured doors. Authorities say no active threat was ever identified.
Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck While Crossing Washburn Way
A Klamath Falls man was killed after being struck by a pickup truck while crossing Washburn Way in an electric wheelchair, according to the Klamath County Sheriff’s Office.