Madeleine Moore
Madeleine Moore joined Salem Reporter in 2024 and reports on a variety of topics including public safety, addiction, treatment and the criminal justice system. She came to Salem after graduating from the University of Oregon in June 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in journalism.
Jury finds Marion County deputy justified in using deadly force during 911 response
The Salem man shot and injured by a Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputy during a hostage call response is now facing criminal charges including attempted assault and unlawful use of a weapon.
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Updates on attempted murder case, November shooting
Here’s Salem Reporter’s monthly feature with the latest developments in recent criminal investigations and prosecutions.
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Man accused of stabbing of 19-year-old in south Salem parking lot
Around 10:30 p.m. on Friday, March 20, Salem police officers found a man with life-threatening stab wounds after responding to a parking lot fight. After receiving surgery, the victim survived.
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Bridgeway to open Salem’s first sobering center, giving people a first step into treatment
In early June, Salem's first sobering center will open at Bridgeway Community Health's downtown hub for recovery services. The building's expansion will also add a larger place for people to be treated for withdrawal and get primary medical care.
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Marion County deputy shoots, injures man during response to suspected hostage situation
Oregon State Police said two Marion County deputies got into an “altercation” with a man armed with two knives while responding to a 911 call from an east Salem home Tuesday morning.
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Marion County’s top prosecutor opens grand jury review of conditions at state hospital
Paige Clarkson, Marion County’s district attorney, said she’s been increasingly concerned about the Oregon State Hospital’s ability to provide appropriate care for patients who need secure mental health treatment.
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Salem police chief to retire in May
Chief Trevor Womack led the Salem Police Department for five years, overseeing a recent drop in shootings and more use of data to guide policing decisions and inform the public.
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City of Salem denies officer at fault for woman’s injuries during 911 call response
After successfully petitioning to move an excessive force lawsuit against a Salem police officer to federal court, the city of Salem is arguing that a responding officer used reasonable force to arrest a woman who was interfering as officers investigated a fight at her home.
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Army Corps shortens timeline expected for Detroit Lake drawdown
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said it will hold Detroit Lake at a lower level for two weeks later this year, an action that could force the city of Salem to rely on backup drinking water sources.
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Salem police ask for help identifying men involved in shooting of teenager
A young teenager was shot at McKay Park in February, and the Salem Police Department is asking for the public’s help finding two men suspected in the shooting.
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