Tag: Jason Edmiston
Hermiston Police Arrest Man for Knife Attack in Laundry Room
Hermiston police arrested a man early Monday, Sept. 23, after he slashed a transient in a hotel room.
Police Chief Jason Edmiston reported Brandon Hobart,...
Umatilla County Fair Announces Deadlines for Exhibits, Parade
Organizers and volunteers remind everyone about upcoming deadlines for the 2024 Umatilla County Fair. Participants must submit open class exhibit forms, parade registration and...
False Alarm Sends Police to Mobile Home Park After Shots Reported
A report of shots fired in Hermiston this morning turned out to be a false alarm.
A report of shots fired on the 100 block...
HPD Chief Among Those Addressing Drug Crisis Before Legislators
By Ben Botkin/Oregon Capital Chronicle
Police officers lack the tools they need to help drug addicts enter treatment to help them kick the habit, Oregon...
Hermiston Police Search for Answers to Recent Increase in Shootings
With an increase of reported shootings in the Hermiston area in 2023, Hermiston Police Department officials said they are seeking help to address the...
18-Year-Old in Jail Following Shooting of Residence in Hermiston
One man is in jail following an incident in which a residence in Hermiston was shot at.
Emiliano Pasillas, 18, was arrested Thursday and charged...
Parents to Be Cited Following ‘Brutal’ Assault by Five Juveniles
Five parents will be cited on a charge of failing to supervise a minor following what the Hermiston Police chief is calling a “brutal”...
Workshop Aims to Improve Area Officers’ Spanish-Speaking Skills
The job of a law enforcement officer is stressful and challenging under the best of circumstances. It’s even more so when you are unable...
HPD Launches tip411 System for Anonymous Tips, & to Receive Alerts
The Hermiston Police Department is increasing its crime-fighting arsenal with a new app to help residents connect with the department to find information, view...
Christmas Express Delivers Donations to Agape House for Distribution
Editor’s note: This story first appeared in the Hermiston Herald and is part of a content-sharing partnership between Northeast Oregon Now and the Hermiston...
Hermiston City Council Gets Behind OMA Homelessness Funding Plan
The Hermiston City Council voted unanimously Monday night to support an Oregon Mayors Association plan to seek state funding for communities to address the...
Hermiston’s Distinguished Citizens Honored at DSA Banquet
Hermiston had a celebratory night on Wednesday as the Hermiston Chamber of Commerce honored those who’ve made their mark on the community.
After a year’s...
Suspect in Hermiston Armed Bank Robbery in County Jail
The suspect in a Hermiston bank robbery Friday afternoon is in custody after leading police on short vehicle pursuit.
Just prior to 3 p.m., Hermiston...
Hermiston Police Chief Sheds Light on Arrest of 2 High School...
The Hermiston Police Department responded online Thursday to social media posts centering around two teenagers who were arrested last week at Hermiston High School.
“As...
Hermiston Police Department Adds 1,000 Teddy Bears to Its Roster
Don’t be surprised if you see a member of the Hermiston Police Department carrying around a teddy bear.
The department recently came into possession of...
HPD Releases Information on Investigation into Missing Woman
The Hermiston Police Department (HPD) is continuing an eight-month investigation into the disappearance of Graciela Garcia, who was reported missing on Nov. 11.
HPD Chief...
High-Speed Chase Leads to Arrest of Umatilla Man on Multiple Charges
A Umatilla man with outstanding warrants for alleged sex crimes was arrested on Monday after a high-speed chase from Hermiston into Washington state.
The incident...
HPD, City Sign 5-Year Contract for Body Cameras, Data Storage
The city of Hermiston and its police department recently signed a five-year $63,000 contract for body cameras with Axon Enterprise.
Hermiston Police Chief Jason Edmiston...
All HPD Patrol, Detective Vehicles Will Have AEDs, Thanks to $10,000...
Thanks to a grant from the Wildhorse Foundation, the Hermiston Police Department (HPD) will have 17 new life-saving devices.
A $10,000 grant from the foundation...
Umatilla Man Jailed After Allegedly Shooting Two Teens on Monday
A Umatilla man has been charged with the shooting on Monday of two teen-age boys in Hermiston
Carsen D. Rawe, 19, was arrested late Monday...