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While the possibility of foul play was a significant concern, authorities say they have found no evidence or probable cause to suspect criminal activity linked to Walker's death. "Though foul play cannot be ruled out completely, there is no evidence or probable cause to believe that a crime was committed," Sheriff Songer added, marking an end to the lengthy investigation.
If you've been wondering how you can help prevent climate change, you'll want to attend a free public program on Tuesday, Oct. 3 -- and learn how to flip the switch to electricity as the power source for everything you use.
The couple had been searching for the right spot for more than two years when the former Pho Saigon restaurant space in The Dalles came up for rent. “We saw this location through social media,” Deepak Bamba said. The restaurant is centrally located in town and has excellent visibility in the business core in the retail level of the Commodore II apartments. The building is inviting with easy pedestrian access. “We very much liked it, right away.”
A Red Ford Pickup was seen by multiple eyewitnesses with The Dalles Police and Wasco County Sheriff’s Office in Pursuit. Even with spiked tires, the suspect led law enforcement officials on a speedy chase through town.
(Photo Credit: Kyiah Rose via Facebook)
With a vehicle stolen at knifepoint, Oregon State Police assisted The Dalles Police & Wasco County Sheriff’s Office in subduing suspect in Cascade Square parking lot.
Hood River Police Department says Cascade Ave from 20th to Rand Road is closed while officers wait for assistance. Public is asked to remain clear form the area and choose alternate travel routes
A local Oregon State Police Trooper is on medical leave after he lost a chunk of his finger during the apprehension of a man throwing cinder blocks on Interstate 84 west of The Dalles on Saturday, Oct. 9
A semi-truck appears to have sideswiped an Oregon State Police cruiser in a seven-car pile-up on Interstate 84 at about 5:43 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 30. The crash occurred at milepost 71.5 in the eastbound lane, according to The Dalles Police Log.
The Dalles Police Department reported today, April 6, that two of their vehicles and their station were struck by bullets in what they believe is a drive-by shooting that happened 10 days ago on March 28. Read more.
Christopher Allan Jaha, 54, was detained in Portland at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 9, in connection with the Jan. 22nd assault and robbery of Donald Lewis, according to The Dalles Police Department. Read more here.
Law enforcement has taken a suspect into custody in relation to the robbery and beating of Donald Lewis on January 22 at 3021 West 7th Street The Dalles, according to a press release from The Dalles Police Department.
The Dalles Police Sergeant Josh Jones was at the end of his shift when he got the call at 7:01 Wednesday morning.
“Skunk is trapped in a neighbor's backyard. There is a trap on his head. Caller is worried the skunk is going to spray.”
