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Central Oregon

Former Regency employee arrested in alleged theft of tens of thousands from nursing home residents

A months-long investigation into suspected financial exploitation at Regency Prineville Rehabilitation & Nursing Center (Regency Prineville) led to the arrest of a former employee on Thursday, according to a statement released by the Prineville Police Department.
Crime

High-speed pursuit of Prineville man ends in arrest in Harney County

A Prineville man was arrested Sunday after allegedly leading officers on a high-speed pursuit that began in Prineville and stretched across multiple counties before ending in Harney County, according to a press release from the Prineville Police Department.
Crime

Prineville pastor arraigned on animal abuse charge in shooting of cat, pleads not guilty

Pastor Jason Swick appeared in Crook County Circuit Court on Wednesday morning for his arraignment on a charge of first-degree animal abuse, formally beginning the criminal case stemming from the September shooting of a neighborhood cat named Pumpkin.
Central Oregon

Investigation launched after mother dog survives 40-mile trek before rescue

A heartbreaking journey that began across the rugged trails of Central Oregon ended in rescue and relief, thanks to a Redmond mother, a Missing Pet Recovery expert, and the KTVZ Problem Solvers who brought a lost Cane Corso’s story to light.
Local

Suspect with mental health concerns arrested after social media threat targets local school

A suspect with a well-known history of behavioral health concerns was arrested for an outstanding warrant in Prineville after a social media threat included coordinates to a local elementary school and prompted increased security measures at Crook County School District.
Crime

Crook County DA charges Prineville Pastor for first degree animal abuse over shooting of cat

The Crook County District Attorney’s Office has filed a charge of first-degree animal abuse against Pastor Jason Swick, following an investigation into the shooting of a neighborhood cat that drew widespread outrage across the Prineville community earlier this month.
Crime

Lockdown at Crook County Justice Center after man claims vehicle contained explosive device

The Crook County Justice Center was placed on lockdown Tuesday morning after a Prineville man parked on a sidewalk near the courthouse and told deputies he believed his vehicle contained an improvised explosive device.
Crime

Shots fired incident in Prineville ends with suspect in custody

A heavy police presence converged on the area of 9th Street and Harwood Avenue late Saturday morning after multiple reports of gunfire prompted an urgent response.
Crime

Prineville pastor apologizes after shooting cat, dumping body in church dumpster — animal later found alive

A local pastor is facing community outrage after allegations surfaced that he shot a neighborhood cat and disposed of it in a church dumpster. The Crook County Sheriff’s Office confirmed it is actively investigating the incident and urged residents to be cautious about information circulating on social media.
Central Oregon

Trial begins for Smith Rock mass shooting plot suspect

The trial of Samson Garner, accused of plotting a mass shooting at Smith Rock State Park, opened this week with sharply contrasting arguments from prosecutors and defense attorneys,
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