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Yahoo
23-07-2025
- Yahoo
Out-of-state women died at Dillon Falls; search continues
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The search for the third and final person still missing from a group that went over Dillon Falls continued Tuesday as authorities released the names of the two people whose bodies were already recovered. around 3 p.m. Saturday. On Tuesday, officials said the group was floating on inner tubes tied together when they hit the rapids. Three of them jumped from their tubes and made it to shore while the other three were swept away. Portland-area residents flock from Washington, California Rescue crews sprang into action and found one woman's body relatively quickly. Divers found the body of a second woman on Monday. Authorities identified the women as Amanda Lloyd of Rockwall, Texas and Lindsay Bashan of Parkland, Florida. Lloyd had just turned 40 days before the incident. Bashan was 33. The names of the others, including the missing person, have not been released. Another full day of searching in the water, by air and on land continued in the area, the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office said. A Life Flight aircraft with a diver aboard scoured the water from the air, as did a fixed-wing airplane from the Portland Police Bureau. The same K9 who was also on the scene for the search. 'If the final missing individual is not found today (Tuesday), side-scanning sonar will be brought in to assist with deeper underwater searches,' the sheriff's office said in a release. The general public is asked to stay away from Dillon Falls during the ongoing search. Authorities said Dillon Falls is difficult for even experienced paddlers. 'Dillon Falls is an extremely dangerous section of the Deschutes River, marked by a dramatic 15-foot drop and classified as a Class 5 Rapid,' officials said. 'It features long, violent, and obstructed sections of whitewater with rocks, logs, and other debris that pose serious hazards even to experienced paddlers.' As summer continues and people flock to the water for recreation, the sheriff's office provided 3 tips for everyone to remember: Know the water Wear a life jacket Avoid alcohol and drugs KOIN 6 News will continue to follow this story. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
Washington Post
23-07-2025
- Washington Post
Oregon authorities identify 2 killed in waterfall accident, still searching for 1 missing
BEND, Ore. — Oregon authorities on Tuesday identified two people who died in a fatal waterfall accident as search operations continued for the one person who remains missing. The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office said the victims include Amanda Lloyd, 40, of Rockwall, Texas; and Lindsay Bashan, 33, of Parkland, Florida.
Yahoo
20-07-2025
- Yahoo
1 Dead, 2 Missing After Group Is Swept Over Popular Waterfall in Oregon
NEED TO KNOW A group of six people went over Dillon Falls on the Deschutes River in Oregon on Saturday, July 19 According to the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office, three people were rescued, but two remain missing and one died at the scene An aerial and ground search is being conducted as the search and rescue operation continuesOne person has been found dead and two remain missing amid a search and rescue operation in Oregon. At around 2:57 p.m. local time on Saturday, July 19, emergency responders received a report that a group of people were swept over Dillon Falls on the Deschutes River, the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) stated in a news release. "A multi-agency search and rescue operation is underway after a group of six individuals went over Dillon Falls on the Deschutes River west of Bend Saturday afternoon," the DSCO said, per the news release. Three individuals were rescued from the river and transported to St. Charles-Bend by ambulance, while one person died at the scene and two others remain missing. 'DCSO Search & Rescue and Bend Fire & Rescue crews continued recovery efforts into the evening and will work until sunset. If unsuccessful, operations will pause overnight and resume in the morning,' the DCSO said, per the news release. The names of the victims and survivors have not been shared at this time. The DCSO were assisted by the Bend Fire & Rescue team and the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue (SAR) in their search for the group. The Bend Police Department and AirLink also conducted an aerial search. Photos shared by the sheriff's office on Facebook show the emergency response teams searching the waters for the missing individuals. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office thanks all partner agencies for their swift and coordinated response. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available,' the DSCO said, per the news release. PEOPLE has reached out to the DSCO and the Bend Police Department for comment. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
22-06-2025
- Yahoo
Bend man arrested after over 100 dead animals found in home
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – A wanted man was arrested in Bend on Thursday after more than 100 animal carcasses were found in his abandoned home, the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office announced. Authorities said 68-year-old William Griffiths had an active warrant for his arrest after a Deschutes County grand jury indicted him on June 13, charging him with 25 counts of first-degree animal neglect. The indictment stems from an investigation that started in October 2024 south of La Pine, where a patrol deputy was dispatched to conduct welfare check at a home on Deer Street, officials said. Suspected shooter who fired at Milwaukie officers on the run A woman reported that she arrived at the house to retrieve property that came from a private business in Bend where Griffiths used to work, the Sheriff's Office said, noting the woman believed the property was likely at the house. There, the woman said she found several dead reptiles in and around the house, which appeared to be abandoned. The patrol deputy and an animal control officer responded to the scene and reported that no humans were found in the home and discovered more than 100 'dead and rotting animal carcasses,' including those of snakes, lizards, turtles, rodents and tarantulas. No live animals were found, officials said. Oregon appeals court finds gun forensics method is not 'scientifically valid' A detective later found Griffiths — who owned the home — in a trailer on Dickey Road east of Bend. During the interview, officials said the detective developed probable cause for first-degree animal neglect. Griffiths was arrested and booked into Deschutes County Jail on the warrant for his arrest. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Officials offer $30,000 reward after body of endangered wolf turns up in remote wilderness: 'Any illegal killing of these magnificent animals is tragic'
Wildlife officials have called for information after discovering the body of a deceased endangered animal. According to The Bradenton Herald, in a report published by the body of an adult male gray wolf was found on March 10 in Deschutes County, Oregon. Because the gray wolf is a federally protected species in the state, multiple agencies are offering rewards for any information about the incident. The Center for Biological Diversity and the Wolf Welcome Committee are offering $10,500, while the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is offering $10,000. The Oregon Wildlife Coalition is also involved, as it offers a reward of $10,000 for details whenever someone illegally kills a gray wolf. Altogether, the total reward comes to $30,500. Per the Herald, Amaroq Weiss, the senior wolf advocate at the Center for Biological Diversity, stated in a news release, "Any illegal killing of these magnificent animals is tragic, but the poaching of the Metolius pack's breeding male may have consigned the pack's pups to death by starvation or the pack to dissolve." While not all gray wolves in the state are considered endangered, ones found in certain areas, like this particular animal, were relisted as such under the Endangered Species Act in 2022. The illegal killing of these animals increases the risk of them becoming extinct, especially since killing a single one can have negative consequences for the rest of the pack, as Weiss explained. As predators, wolves play an important role in balancing an ecosystem. As the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife detailed, wolves can keep the number of grazing animals, like elk, low enough to help protect the local vegetation from being ravaged. Overgrazing occurred in Yellowstone National Park early last century, but once officials reintroduced wolves to the landscape in 1995, some woody browse species began to reemerge, according to research published in the journal Biological Conservation, shared by ScienceDirect. Should the government be paying people to hunt invasive species? Definitely Depends on the animal No way Just let people do it for free Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. The loss of vegetation alone is enough for concern, but the loss of plant life may also worsen riverbank erosion, affecting the number of fish found in rivers. Wolves are also responsible for helping to feed other wildlife. While wolves are protective of any kills they make, the carcasses they leave behind can be food sources for vultures, raccoons, foxes, and more. Luckily, wolves now have many agencies that advocate on their behalf. Officials have asked anyone with information about the illegal killing of this gray wolf to email TIP@ or call the Oregon State Police Dispatch at 800-452-7888 or the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service at 503-682-6131. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
