Arrests, Eluding Case Highlight Busy Week for JPD
Jacksonville Police Department responded to several calls during the week of May 11 through May 17, including a reported grass fire on Highway 238, a small fire near a downtown business, traffic-related arrests, and a dirt bike eluding case. Officers also participated in wildfire preparedness and public safety events.
Smoke in Rogue Valley Linked to Prescribed Burn Near Jacksonville
Smoke visible in parts of the Rogue and Applegate valleys today is coming from a prescribed fire operation on BLM-administered land near Jacksonville. Fire officials say burn operations were expected between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., with patrol and mop-up continuing after hours and through the weekend.
Driver Killed in Rollover Crash on Highway 238
A Grants Pass man died Sunday night after a rollover crash on Highway 238 in Josephine County, according to Oregon State Police. The crash occurred when a pickup left the roadway and rolled multiple times.
Highway 238 Crash Kills One, Injures Another Near Grants Pass
A 36-year-old Grants Pass man was killed early Monday when a vehicle left the roadway, rolled multiple times, and caught fire on Highway 238 in Josephine County. OSP says speed and impairment are suspected factors.