Sheriff’s Office Hosts Drug Take Back Event
The Benton County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a Drug Take Back Event on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. This event allows the public to safely dispose of expired or unused medications.
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Increased Traffic Patrols On U.S. Highway 20, February 20-23
This weekend marks the annual Newport Seafood and Wine Festival on the Oregon coast.
As a law enforcement agency, we are committed to protecting every driver, passenger, bicyclist and pedestrian on the road. We want the community to enjoy the festival; however, we are asking people to drive sober and avoid getting behind the wheel if they have been drinking alcohol or consuming other intoxicating substances.
Highway 20 is the deadliest roadway in Benton County, with seven fatalities from crashes recorded last year alone. Data from Oregon Department of Transportation shows 85% of those fatalities involved drugs and/or alcohol.
In a concerted effort to prevent these tragedies, nine law enforcement agencies, including the Benton County Sheriff’s Office, Corvallis Police Department and Philomath Police Department, have partnered together to improve road safety and reduce traffic crashes resulting from impaired drivers and other hazardous driving behavior this weekend. Other agencies include Albany Police Department, Lincoln City Police Department, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Newport Police Department, Oregon State Police, and Toledo Police Department.
We will be increasing traffic patrol on Highway 20 this weekend.
Drive sober. Don’t be “shellfish.”
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Monroe man convicted of reckless endangerment and menacing
On January 15, 2025, a Benton County Circuit Court Judge sentenced 62-year-old Daniel Scott Roloff, of Monroe, to a 12-month incarceration for Recklessly Endangering Another Person x2, and Menacing x3.
This conviction stems from Roloff’s arrest on Aug. 18, 2021.
At about 5:30 p.m. on August 17, 2021, Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) Deputies responded to the area of the 26000 block of Foster Rd. for a report of a male actively shooting a firearm in the direction of construction workers at a private residence in the area. Deputies established a perimeter of the area, evacuated the construction crew, attempted to make contact with the suspect, and were met with gunfire from the property. During that time, a total of 9 shots were fired in 9 minutes from the property. At approximately 11:00 p.m., the decision was made to stand down the SWAT team and hand the scene back over to BCSO deputies who remained in the neighborhood throughout the night.
On the morning of August 18, 2021, BCSO detectives returned to the location and served a search warrant on the residence. The lone resident, Daniel Scott Roloff, was taken into custody without incident by BCSO and transported to the Benton County Jail.
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30th Annual Shop with a Cop
CORVALLIS, Ore. – The Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is hosting its 30th Annual Shop with a Cop this holiday season. This eagerly awaited event fosters positive interactions between children and law enforcement, bringing together cops and social workers, to create lasting memories for local youth.
Scheduled Test of the Linn-Benton ALERT Emergency Notification System
CORVALLIS, Ore. – Benton County Sheriff’s Office would like to announce a test of the Linn-Benton ALERT system on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at around 1:00 p.m.
Benton County Sheriff’s Office Investigates School Threat, Not Deemed Credible
Monroe, Ore. – A multi-agency investigation into online threats made against a Monroe school, found no credible threat to the city of Monroe’s students, staff or families.
Benton County CERT Preparedness Training
CORVALLIS, Ore. – The Benton County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) addresses local hazards and provides education, hands-on skills training, and empowerment for individuals in emergency preparedness. The course is taught by local professional responders, State certified trainers, and volunteers who are subject matter experts. The class is 12 hours of online coursework, followed by 16 hours of in-person training. Benton County CERT provides a safe, positive, and inclusive experience for people of all abilities. Preparedness is a skill for everyone!
Highway 20 Double Fatality Crash Near Blodgett
CORVALLIS, Ore. – On Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at approximately 3:40 pm, Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) responded to a two-vehicle double fatality crash on Highway 20, near Blodgett, Oregon.
Concealed Handgun License Process Transitioning to Online System
CORVALLIS, Ore. – Beginning August 12, 2024, the Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO)will be moving to a new online process, offered through a third-party vendor, “Permitium”, for applying for or renewing your online application for a Concealed Handgun License (CHL).
Benton County Sheriff’s Office 2024 School Supply Drive
CORVALLIS, Ore. – The Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is sponsoring its 15th annual Back to School Supply Drive now through August 29th. The community is invited to take part in this annual event.