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Klamath Falls Man Arrested on Child Sex Abuse Charges
A Klamath Falls man was arrested October 29 following an investigation into suspected online child exploitation that began in May 2025. Johnny Long, 64, faces three counts of Encouraging Child Sex Abuse in the First Degree after investigators examined digital evidence seized during a residential search and presented the case to a grand jury.
Arrest Made in Klamath Falls Hit-and-Run
Klamath Falls police have made an arrest in an Oct. 2 hit-and-run that left a man seriously injured and a dog dead on Broadmore Street. Detectives served a search warrant Oct. 14 and arrested a 32-year-old woman.
Klamath Falls Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Bullet Hits Fire Truck
A Klamath Falls man faces four counts of attempted murder after authorities say he fired a handgun during a dispute on Arthur Street. The shot struck an occupied Klamath County Fire District 1 apparatus as crews were leaving the residence, but no firefighters were injured.
Early-Morning Fire Heavily Damages Wong’s Cafe in Downtown Klamath Falls
Wong’s Cafe in downtown Klamath Falls sustained significant fire and smoke damage early Thursday after firefighters responded to heavy smoke and embers coming from the roof. The fire was contained before spreading to neighboring businesses.
KFPD Welcomes New K9 Team: Cardoza and Titan
Klamath Falls Police Department has welcomed a new K9 team as Officer Zach Cardoza and 15-month-old Belgian Malinois Titan begin serving together. The pair completed six weeks of intensive training, and Titan is trained in criminal apprehension and narcotics detection.
Man Killed in Klamath Falls Shooting; Suspect Arrested
A 54-year-old man was killed in a shooting Thursday night in Klamath Falls. Police say the investigation led to multiple search warrants and the arrest of a 46-year-old man on charges including second-degree murder.
Dog rescued from Klamath Falls house fire
Klamath County Fire District 1 firefighters rescued a dog and searched a Lincoln Street home Sunday after reports the resident might still be inside. Crews arrived within four minutes and confirmed no one was in the residence.
ODHS Seeks Public Help Locating Missing 15-Year-Old From Klamath Falls
The Oregon Department of Human Services is asking for the public’s help locating a 15-year-old who has been missing from Klamath Falls since July 16. Officials say the teen may be in the Klamath Falls or Portland areas and ask anyone who believes they have seen them to contact law enforcement.
UPDATED: 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.
OSP Investigates Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting in Klamath Falls
The Oregon State Police is leading an investigation into a fatal officer-involved shooting Friday morning in Klamath Falls. Authorities said Klamath Falls police responded to a domestic disturbance and welfare check request on East Main Street, where officers encountered an armed adult male. A minor child was injured during the incident and is in stable condition.
Market Street Shooting Leaves Man Dead in Klamath Falls
An 84-year-old man has been arrested after a fatal shooting early Friday morning in the 500 block of Market Street in Klamath Falls. Police said the victim later died at Sky Lakes Medical Center, and detectives found discrepancies between the suspect’s initial account and evidence gathered during the investigation.
Pedestrian Killed in Highway 97 Crash
An 18-year-old Klamath Falls resident died Saturday morning after being struck by a commercial vehicle on Highway 97 near milepost 264, according to Oregon State Police.
KCFD1 Stops Fire From Spreading
Klamath County Fire District 1 firefighters stopped a residential fire from fully spreading to a neighboring home Friday afternoon in the 800 block of California Avenue. The primary residence sustained extensive fire and smoke damage, while the adjacent home was damaged by radiant heat and fire exposure.
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.
Klamath Falls Police K9 Bullitt Retires Following Cancer Diagnosis
K9 Bullitt of the Klamath Falls Police Department has been retired following a diagnosis of aggressive cancer. The longtime police dog will spend his remaining time with his handler after nearly nine years of service to the community.
Arrests Made in Klamath Falls Murder Investigation
Three suspects have been arrested after a man died from injuries following an assault discovered inside a vacant residence on Cypress Avenue in Klamath Falls.
Klamath Falls Police Seek Help Identifying Person of Interest in Assault
Klamath Falls Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a person of interest connected to an assault reported earlier this month at an apartment complex near downtown.
Klamath Falls Man Sentenced to 16 Years for Child Sex Abuse-Related Crimes
A Klamath Falls man has been sentenced to 16 years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple felony counts related to encouraging child sexual abuse, following an investigation involving local and state law enforcement agencies.
Klamath Falls Police Seek Community Volunteers
The Klamath Falls Police Department is seeking applicants for its Volunteer in Police Services (VIPS) program, which supports patrol operations, safety checks, and administrative services throughout the community.
Hospital Resource Officer Program Now Active at Sky Lakes
Sky Lakes Medical Center and Klamath Falls Police continue to expand the region’s first Hospital Resource Officer program, with veteran officer Jeff Hutcheson serving full-time on campus to improve safety and response coordination.