Linn County Deputy Received Distinguished Service Award

Senior Deputy Craig Lyman was awarded the Distinguished Service Award at the Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) statewide law enforcement recognition luncheon.  Craig was recognized for his years of dedication to DUII investigations and as a Drug Recognition Expert.  MADD …
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Mill City Man Sentenced in Sex Offense Case

On December 13, 2018, Linn County Sheriff Jim Yon reported his Detectives arrested Eric Wayne Dille, 46 of Mill City, for one count of Unlawful Sexual Penetration in the First Degree and one count of Sexual Abuse in the First …
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Sheriff Yon Promotes Brandon Fountain

Sheriff Yon promotes another of Linn County’s finest.  Deputy Brandon Fountain was promoted to Patrol Sergeant starting August 1.  His leadership and dedication will a valuable asset to the Sheriff’s Office.

Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash Near Stayton

Linn County Undersheriff Paul Timm reports on July 31, 2018 at 9:56 p.m., Linn County deputies responded to a motor vehicle crash involving a motorcycle and a passenger car on Stayton-Scio Road near the intersection of Cole School Road, west …
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