Coquille Sentinel - Articles - 17 Dec 2008

Coos County Sheriff's Department Log

no@spam.com (Sheriff's Department) — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 01:00:00 EST

DECEMBER 10, 2008
2:16 p.m. Hwy 42. Injury motor vehicle accident. Southbound lane blocked. Reporter witnessed
accident.
2:43 p.m. Morgan Ridge. Suspicious vehicle sitting in road, looks like it has been there for
awhile. Passenger side window broke out.
4:27 p.m. Wallace Rd. Dog at large. Elderly woman threatened by neighbor’s dog.
Woman’s son was chased by dog.
4:40 p.m. Lampa Ln. non-injury accident.
7:38 p.m. Fairview Rd. Suspicious vehicle. Caller reports that a Schwans truck pulled up
about 30-45 minutes ago, didn’t see another vehicle pull up, and did not see the driver exit.
Recalled reporter, he advised that the subject is back at the truck. Just went out and cut a
Christmas tree.
10:12 p.m. Railroad. Criminal Mischief.Rope lights for cross have been cut, no suspect
information.
10:21 p.m. Thomas St. Recovered stolen property. Observed recovered stolen laptop. Item
returned to owner.
11:20 p.m. Beaver Loop. Observed suspicious vehicle. Owner located.
DECEMBER 11, 2008
1:15 a.m. Hwy 42. Animal at large. Cows at large on Highway 42. Owner contacted, he is
going to open a gate and put hay out for them tonight and stay in the area in case we get
further calls. Black Angus & Charolais cows.
3:46 a.m. Hwy 42. Animal complaint. Relay from Coquille Police Department. LaFrankie
just hit cow and both are still in the roadway. Located carcass 1/4 mile north of town on
west side of road, off roadway. Owner responded to remove it.
5:04 a.m. E. 2nd St. Henthorne request file number for Assault IV.
6:33 a.m. North Bank Ln. Criminal Mischief. Subject slashed 8 tires and wrote items in
black paint on pickup.
12:01 p.m. Fairview Rd. Teletype from Coos Bay Police Department request Attempt
Warrant Service. Subject, Casey Carlson on Coos Bay Police Department Warrant charging
Failure to Appear on Dangerous Drugs.
12:16 p.m. Harris/7th Street. Assisting Coquille Police Department with traffic stop.
Vehicle traveling in excess of 90 mph.
3:33 p.m. Hwy 101. Suspicious conditions. Transients threatening each other with weapons.
Reporter has a machette.
3:57 p.m. Hwy 42. Theft. 23 year-old subject works at Frasiers, possibly going to Medford.
TV valued at $250; brand-Magnavox.
5:59 p.m. Hwy 42 & Rink Creek Ln. Suspicious conditions. Caller saw a flashing light by
highway, thinks there might be trouble. Called resident of that area, no problem.
6:36 p.m. Rice Rd. Suspicious conditions. Caller reports tear gas, stink bombs, and other
things being set off to make her ill.
11:23 p.m. Hwy 42. Residence alarm activated at Messerle residence. Dispatch called and
residents accidentally set off alarm getting firewood.
DECEMBER 12, 2008
3:22 a.m. Old Hwy 42. Suspicious conditions. Received 911 call and caller hung-up.
Female state that she misdialed. Upon further questioning she advised that somebody was
sneaking around shop area and it is not time for loggers to show up. While on recall, a logger
did show up and husband was going to go and speak to him.
3:53 a.m. Coos County. Weather notice. Winter weather advisory from 10 p.m. on Friday,
December 12th until 7 p.m. on Saturday, December 13th. Late Friday night through
Saturday morning heavy showers could cause snow levels to briefly lower below 1000 feet.
Accumulations in these areas should generally be less than inch. A winter advisory for
snow means that periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for
snow covered roads and limited visibilities and use caution while driving.
10:09 a.m. Cedar Point Rd. Suspicious conditions. Citizen observed a 16’ to 18’ fishing
boat with no motor floating upside down behind Roseburg Lumber. US Coast Guard and
Parks Dept. located boat, boat has been at location for a while. Boat towed to county ramp
to be secured.
7:39 p.m. N. Birch St. Welfare check on in-laws requested. no contact with them since
Tuesday. Attempt to Locate sent - overdue motorist.

Christmas Eve Candle Light Service

no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Editor) — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 00:30:00 EST

The public is cordially invited to attend a Christmas Eve Candle Light Service and Lighting the Christ Candle on December 24th at 7 p.m. at the Pioneer

United Methodist Church, located at
180 North Baxter Street in Coquille.
All are welcome! 396-4645

Christmas Eve Candle Lighting Service December 24th

no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Editor) — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 00:00:00 EST

Unity Church of Bandon will be providing the opportunity to experience the Christmas story on a deeply personal level during a Christmas Eve Candle Lighting service on Wednesday, December 24 at 6 p.m. The Christmas story will be shared through scripture, spiritual interpretation, and song. Candles will be lit for the prophets, Joseph and Mary, the shepherds and angels, the wise men and guiding star, and the Christ child in the manger. The symbolism and meaning of these characters will be shared. Participants will also be lighting individual candles to remind them of the light that is born in them during this special season and that each one of us is a “light of the world.”

Unity of Bandon is located one mile
south of 11th Street on Hwy 101. Call 347-4696 for more information.

Good Tidings of Great Joy

no@spam.com (James Salisbury Associate Pastor) — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 00:00:00 EST

James Salisbury,
Associate Pastor

The Christmas season has begun. I am hopeful everyone made it through the after Thanksgiving 5am only sales. I myself enlisted a fearless friend to do battle for the two items I could not do without. Whether we need to jump right from Thanksgiving to Christmas can be debated, but that said, bring on Christmas time.

I enjoy the lights, the gift giving, and the eggnog. Yes I can do without the commercial exploitation, the battles over nativity scenes in the public squares, and
those that hate Jesus so much that they use X-mas in place of Christmas.

However, I still love Christmas time. Christmas is the time of the year we celebrate the Birth of Jesus Christ. It does not matter if December 25th is Jesus’ real birthday or not, because the birth of Jesus is worth celebrating every day of the year, for it is the day God became flash and dwelt among us. Over 2000 years ago there was much celebrating as an angel proclaimed “... behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.” We celebrate the birth of a Saviour, Jesus Christ, who came into the world to save sinners.

The Word of God says “for whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” Let’s take time (lots of time) this Christmas season to give God the praise and glory for sending Jesus, a Saviour. It is up to you, you can choose to make Christmas about Jesus, or not.

Please come and worship Jesus Christ, the Saviour, with us at Bible Baptist Church, of Coquille.
James Salisbury, Associate Pastor

Bible Baptist Church
N. Dean St., Coquille
396-5613

The Miracle of Jesus

no@spam.com (Coquille Church of Christ) — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 00:00:00 EST

The healing of the lame man at the Beautiful gate (Acts 3:1-10) draws Peter and John deeper into their apostolic ministry. And again it’s Peter who is the
spokesman (see Acts 3:11- 26). His speech is not worlds different from his sermon on Pentecost in Acts 2. Peter addresses the surprise of those who observed the miraculous healing. He again gives the glory to God and briefly reviews the history of God’s plan of redemption. The “God of our fathers” had sent his servant Jesus, who was rejected by members of Peter’s audience.

They had tried to trade the life of Jesus for the life of a common criminal, and killed “the Author of Life.” But God raised Jesus from the dead and it is “by
faith in his name” that the lame man was healed. A bitter story and one that would be repeated over and over again as the New Testament story unfolds. (We are reminded of John 1:11, where it says Christ came to his own and his own did not receive him.) But there is hope. Peter tells his listeners that they should not despair. Indeed, they should repent, “turn again, that your sins may be blotted out, that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord,” no doubt reminding some in his audience of what Peter had said on Pentecost (see Acts 2:38). The apostle also gives his hearers a brief scripture lesson (see Acts. 3:21-26), to show that what they were witnessing that day had been foretold by God’s servants hundreds of years before.

Very enlightening. Don’t you think? It’s just lovely how the apostles carried on the work begun by Jesus, spreading the word and encouraging folks to turn to God and be cleansed from their sins. Peter is careful to remind his listeners that all glory belongs to God. Preaching and working miracles in those early days were all done by the Spirit’s guidance. There’s a hymn that says “What ere we do in work or deed, do all in the name of the Lord.” We try to follow that. And you? We’ve been your neighbors in Coquille for over 50 years.

Coquille Church of Christ
2nd & Gould
(541) 396-2508

Briggs & Thompson, LLC

no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Editor) — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 23:30:00 EST

Norm Herning and John Briggs of Herning & Briggs, LLC, Certified Public Accountants are pleased to announce the formation of the firm of Briggs & Thompson, LLC, composed of Carolyn D Thompson, CPA and John Briggs, CPA. Norm Herning will remain as an associate of the firm. Established in 1976, Herning & Briggs has provided full service accounting and write-up, bookkeeping, payroll, tax consultation and tax preparation for over 30 years.........

Limited number of Flu Shots available

no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 23:00:00 EST

Coos County Public Health has a limited number of flu shots available for $15.19 per dose.
The flu vaccine is for adults and children 6 months of age and older. The Health Department
is able to bill Medicare, Oregon Health Plan, Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Oregon,
and Pacific Source.

A copy of the insurance card must be provided at the time of service. No one will be
turned away for inability to pay. To schedule an appointment,
call (541) 756-2020 ext. 510 or ext. 522.

Coquille police officer Randy John Ulmer charged with two crimes

no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Editor) — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 21:30:00 EST

On December 16, 2008 this office filed a District Attorney's Information with the Coos County Circuit Court charging former Coquille police officer Randy John Ulmer with two crimes.

The charges are:

1. Theft in the First Degree. The charge alleges that the defendant took over $5000 in US Currency that had been in the Coquille Police Department evidence locker; and

2. Official Misconduct in the First Degree. The charge alleges that the defendant, being a public servant, improperly took property from the police department evidence locker and that he also obtained for personal use funds from at least one police department related checking account.

Theft in the First Degree is punishable by a maximum sentence of five years in prison and/or a fine not to exceed $125,000. If convicted the actual sentence will be determined by the Oregon Sentencing Guidelines. Official Misconduct in the First Degree is a class A misdemeanor punishable by a maximum one year sentence in the county jail and/or a fine not to exceed $6,250.

The defendant appeared in Coos County Circuit Court for arraignment on the charges on Wednesday, December 17, 2008.

The Guerin Memorial Essay Contest Winners

no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Editor) — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 17:30:00 EST

There were a total of 121 essays received at the office.
There were entries from North Bend Middle School,
North Bend High School, Bandon Middle School, and
Myrtle Point High School.

First Place- $100.00 cash prize went to Laurel Avery.
She is a fourteen year old girl who is home schooled
in Bandon. Her essay was titled “Small Steps Towards
a Sensible Solution.” Even though Laurel is home
schooled her father said that the plaque engraved with
her name and the past winners will be displayed at
Bandon Middle School until September 2009......................

Coquille Police Log

no@spam.com (Coquille Police Log) — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 17:00:00 EST

DECEMBER 6, 2008
12:50 a.m. Mr Zacks. Out with a fight. Christopher Safi arrested arrested on a Lane County
Warrant on Failure to Appear on Traffic Offense. Lodged in the Coos County Jail.
2:26 p.m. Hwy 42 & Finley Loop. Request assistance on traffic stop.
2:41 p.m. Hwy 42 & Hathorn Rd. Traffic stop. Citation issued to Debora Kreul for
Violation Posted Speed, 65/45.
3:07 p.m. Collier & 6th. Criminal mischief. Report of a dispute in the area.
6:43 p.m. Shelley Rd. Injured animal. Report of a cat hit by a car. Unable to locate any
injured cat in the roadway.
DECEMBER 7, 2008
12:46 a.m. Mr Zacks. Fight. Out with verbal at location.
2:28 a.m. Coos Curry Electric. Intoxicated subject.
2:35 a.m. Coquille Laundromat. Illegal camping. Subject sleeping inside location.
10:54 a.m. E. 4th St. dog at large. Caller reports that dog almost bit her.
12:07 p.m. N. Dean St. Caller reports loud music at location.
12:33 p.m. Hwy 42. Attempt to locate suspicious vehicle.
12:53 p.m. N. Dean St. Subject possibly in violation of probation.
2:39 p.m. W. 8th Street. Caller request welfare check on father.
8:36 p.m. N. Dean St. Caller reports an intoxicate subject at location.
DECEMBER 8, 2008
12:12 a.m. Coquille Post Office. Person stop. Out with one.
11:23 a.m. E. 10th St. Follow up. Out at location.
11:42 a.m. E. 10th St. Service Children & Family requesting assistance.
4:11 p.m. Shelley Rd. Attempt to Locate Drunk Driver. Female in blue truck, just got
Driving Under Influence Intoxicants last week, is warming up to leave now.
6:59 p.m. N. Dean St. Unlawful Entry Motor Vehicle. Caller reports that someone tried to
break into his 4-Runner.
7:43 p.m. N. Elliott. Caller reports that the dogs across the street are barking.
11:37 p.m. Hwy Deli Mart. Criminal Trespass. Clerk advises that she refused sale to an
intoxicate male.
DECEMBER 9, 2008
11:55 a.m. N. Central. Located Wanted Subject. Believes spotted suspect vehicle.
1:42 p.m. Parole & Probation. Follow up. Out at location.
1:49 p.m. N. Birch. Animal abuse. Caller wants to speak to an officer.
2:26 p.m. N. Birch. Follow up. Back out at location.
3:01 p.m. Coquille High School. Follow up. Out at location.
4:09 p.m. Coos County Jail. Threats. Officer requests case number for incident that
occurred last week.
6:06 p.m. Sturdivant Park. Report of a suspicious vehicle at location.
7:11 p.m. N. Dean St. Parking violation. Report of a vehicle parked in a No Parking Zone
at location.
9:12 p.m. Hwy 42 & SE 6th. Traffic stop. Citation issued to Robert Davidson for Driving
While Suspended, Driving Uninsured & Failure to Register Vehicle. Citation issued to
Rainan for Possession Controlled Substance, less than 1 oz marijuana.
DECEMBER 10, 2008
8:50 a.m. 4th St. & Dean. Smoke complaint.
10:19 a.m. E. 10th St. Incomplete 911 call.
11:20 a.m. W. 10th St. Family dispute. Called regarding a safe house.
1:13 p.m. Haley Building. Traffic stop. Purkey cited for Driving Uninsured and Failure to
Register Vehicle.
4:37 p.m. Hwy 42 & Howe Rd. Traffic stop. Deanna Dean arrested for Possession of a
Controlled Substance - Meth also cited for Possession Controlled Substance, less than 1
ounce Marijuana. Citation issued to Nardia Clifton for Failure to Signal Without Lights and
Driving While Suspended.
9:19 p.m. Coquille High School. Attempt to Locate Drunk Driver . Report of a medium
white car driving down the middle of the road, reporter pulled over so it would not take
him out. No better description on the vehicle.
DECEMBER 11, 2008
12:50 a.m. 8th & Dean. Suspicious conditions. Toolbox open and tools all over.
11:25 a.m. Safeway. Medical assist. Request for ambulance. Male just collapsed inside the
doors. Mitcheal Tidwell arrested and charged with a Probation Violation. Transported to the
Coos County Jail.
11:42 a.m. E. 11th Pl. Incomplete 911 call.
2:41 p.m. Fishtrap. Out assisting Myrtle Point Police Department.
6:41 p.m. W. Central. Unauthorized Use Motor Vehicle. Visiting coaches vehicle was taken.
8:49 p.m. N. Central. Found property. Caller reports a purse laying in the parking lot.
9:10 p.m. Les Schwab. Casual contact.
11:21 p.m. Fairview & Central. Suspicious vehicle.
11:38 p.m. 1st & Baxter. Possibly located wanted subject.
DECEMBER 13, 2008
12:22 a.m. Beaver Loop Rd. Assisting Coos County Sheriff’s Office.
12:52 a.m. N. Dean St. Located Wanted Subject. Richard Sakschewski arrested on a Coos
County Sheriff’s Warrant charging Failure to Appear on Assault IV, Interfering with Report
& Theft II. Citation issued for Driving While Suspended. Lodged in the Coos County Jail.
1:17 a.m. Mr. Zacks. Report of a fight.
3:24 a.m. Baxter St. Possible prowler.
3:59 a.m. E. 10th St. Report of runaway juveniles.
9:07 a.m. E. 10th St. Follow up. Just spoke with father of reported runaways, both children
returned.
1:24 p.m. S. Collier. Report of a dispute.
1:59 p.m. Coquille High School. Patrol check. Out at location.
2:43 p.m. Cedar Point Rd. Traffic stop. Observed subject that Myrtle Point Police
Department is looking for. Deven Brown arrested on charge of Criminal Mischief II.
Transported to the Coos County Jail.
4:50 p.m. Folsom & 2nd. Driving complaint. Vehicle ran a stop sign.
5:12 p.m. Coquille High School. Patrol check. Back out at location.
8:52 p.m. N. Birch St. Report of a Hit & Run accident.
10:32 p.m. 19th St. Received a request for a welfare check.
DECEMBER 14, 2008
2:20 a.m. El Tapatio. Report of suspicious conditions.
9:58 a.m. Nutmeg. Caller reports that their water is muddy. He checked with his neighbors
and their water is also turning muddy.
11:56 a.m. Denny’s Pizza. Harassment. Caller reports that she went to location for a visitation
with her children and ex-husbands new wife was harassing her. Reporter would like to
speak with an officer.
12:24 p.m. N. Alder. Caller reports that an intoxicated male is on the front steps of Avalar
Realty.
3:27 p.m. N. Elliott. Phone harassment. Caller reports that his 94 year-old mother has been
receiving harassing phone calls over the past 3 or 4 days. She does not have caller ID.
5:00 p.m. Hwy 42. Driving complaint.
5:05 p.m. Safeway. Casual contact. Ran a plate - Possible Driving While Suspended driver.
7:18 p.m. N. Elliott St. Family dispute. Caller reports that she and her husband have been
arguing all day.
8:06 p.m. Myrtle Lane Motel. Incomplete 911 call from room 42 at location.
8:35 p.m. 6th & Elliott. Man on the corner in a wheelchair, his battery has quit, they are at
the side of the road and occasionally yelling for help.
8:39 p.m. 6th & Elliott. Subject in the road at location.
9:12 p.m. Myrtle Lane Motel. Caller reports that he left his jacket and cell phone in the
room, he had to get another room and was advised not to make contact.
10:43 p.m. Myrtle Lane Motel. Family dispute. Reports that earlier tonight he was assault-
At On December 7th at 12:50 a.m.