BCSO Identifies Deceased Man Found in Willamette River
The Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) has identified the man found deceased in the Willamette River on November 29, 2025, as Jonathan Avery Smith, 34, of Albany.
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BCSO Releases Tattoo Images in Effort to Identify Deceased Man Found in Willamette River
The Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is releasing photographs of two tattoos found on an unidentified adult male who was discovered deceased in the Willamette River on November 29, 2025. Investigators are sharing these images due to the absence of leads and the urgent need to identify the individual.
Benton County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Deceased Man Found in Willamette River
The Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying an adult male found deceased in the Willamette River on November 29, 2025.
31st Annual Shop with a Cop
The Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is proud to host the 31st Annual Shop with a Cop event this holiday season. This long-standing tradition strengthens positive connections between youth and local law enforcement, offering children a fun and memorable shopping experience alongside officers and social workers.
Sheriff’s Office Warns of Scam Targeting Families of Adults in Custody
The Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is warning the public about a recent scam targeting families of current Adults in Custody (AIC).
Scheduled Test of the Linn-Benton ALERT Emergency Notification System
Benton County Sheriff’s Office would like to announce a test of the Linn-Benton ALERT system on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at around 1:00 p.m.
Benton County Sheriff’s Office Announces Community Emergency Response Team Training
The Corvallis Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), in partnership with the Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), is pleased to offer an upcoming CERT training course this fall. This essential training is designed to boost emergency preparedness and empower residents with critical response skills.
Cougar Euthanized Near NW Corvallis for Human Safety
The Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), in coordination with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW), confirmed that a cougar was euthanized yesterday afternoon just outside the city limits of NW Corvallis after it killed livestock and was deemed a threat to human safety.
Benton County Sheriff’s Office Hosts Annual Preparedness Fair
September is National Preparedness Month, and the Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) Emergency Management Team invites the community to its annual Preparedness Fair on Sunday, September 7, from 1-5 p.m., at the Philomath Frolic & Rodeo Grounds. The event will run alongside the highly anticipated Public Safety Chili Cook-Off, making it a day full of education, fun, and community spirit.
Benton County Sheriff’s Office Updates Fingerprinting Service Schedule
Effective immediately, the Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) will no longer offer fingerprinting services on Thursdays. Instead, non-criminal fingerprinting will now be available only on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.