LA GRANDE - On Aug. 27, 1978, the body of a young female was found in a wooded hillside outside La Grande, Oregon. Her identity was never determined. Almost, 44
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Waterville Police Detectives and State Police Major Crimes Detectives continue to investigate a shooting occurring on Western Ave in Waterville on Jan. 2, 2021.
A 911 call was received at the Waterville Police Department at approximately 11:52 a.m. Waterville Police responded and were later assisted by Maine State Police Major Crimes - Central. A 2-year-old male was initially transported to Thayer Hospital in Waterville with a gunshot wound to the head. He was later transported to Maine Medical Center in Portland. He is listed in critical condition at this time.
Investigation revealed one of the three siblings living in the home found the gun that was secured in a closet, loaded it, and a round was fired. Police continue to investigate the incident and monitor the status of the juvenile.
LINCOLN COUNTY, OR - Oregon State Police Detectives are seeking the publicâs assistance in identifying the remains of an individual discovered in rural Lincoln County. Â
On December 10, 2020, Investigators were summoned to the H.B. Van Duzer Forest State Scenic Corridor for a death investigation. At this location, investigators found the remains of a female child.Â
The Oregon State Medical Examinerâs Office estimate the deceasedâs age to be 6.5 to 10 years old. She is approximately 3â10â to 4â6â tall, and had long hair that is dark brown or black. Her race or ethnic origin has yet to be determined, but DNA analysis is not complete.Â