Public experts urge restoring 120‑hour evidence window and trauma‑informed training in Eugene police sexual‑assault policy Two subject‑matter experts and detectives told the Eugene Police Committee the draft sexual‑assault procedure should reaffirm a 120‑hour evidence‑collection window and embed trauma‑informed interviewing (FETI/FEDI exposure plus advocacy training), while detectives cautioned against narrow certification that can complicate prosecutions.

Experts are pushing for a crucial 120-hour evidence window and trauma-informed training in Eugene's police sexual-assault policy, sparking a heated debate among local authorities.

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Eugene police report: six new hires, Flock contract terminated and deputy chief to retire Deputy chief told the commission the department will hire six new officers, remains about 20 officers short, has terminated its Flock Safety camera contract and is awaiting vendor response, and that the deputy chief will retire at month end with Captain Jake Burke slated to succeed him.

Eugene's police department is undergoing major changes with six new officers on the way, a terminated Flock Safety contract, and a deputy chief set to retire—what's next for law enforcement in the community?

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Auditor review board closes three service complaints; discusses professionalism allegation in suicidal-subject response The board reviewed three service-level complaints dismissed for cause (no policy violation, unidentifiable incident, or untimely filing) and discussed a separate May 2025 professionalism allegation involving officers’ handling of a suicidal subject who was inhaling nitrous oxide; auditors recommended sustaining one allegation while the chief’s on‑d

The Eugene Police Auditor Review Board dismissed three service-level complaints but faced tough questions regarding officers' professionalism in a critical response to a suicidal subject.

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Police commission liaison: Eugene to pause Flock cameras while policy review proceeds At the board meeting, the Police Commission liaison said the commission enacted a policy on automated license-plate readers and that City Council asked the city manager to pause use of existing Flock cameras pending broader community discussion and contract review.

Eugene is hitting the brakes on Flock cameras as the community gears up for a crucial policy review on automated license-plate readers!

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Eugene Police Commission Faces Community Backlash Over Flock Surveillance Cameras Public outcry grows against Flock cameras amid concerns over privacy and civil rights.

The Eugene Police Commission's latest meeting revealed a complex web of truths and challenges in law enforcement, igniting community concerns over transparency and surveillance.

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Crime of the times: Jump in property crime worry businesses on Hwy 99 We talk with a U of O graduate school reporter, Abby Snethen, about her recent story of increased crime on Highway 99 and what businesses and the police are trying to do to address the issue. We also ...

Oregon On The Record talked with a U of O master's student about her analysis of crime increases along Hwy 99; and spoke to Defenders of Wildlife about potential harmful federal action for Oregon forests.
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Civilian Review Board discusses pepper spray policy amid conflicting audits The Civilian Review Board reviews a pepper spray case with differing opinions on policy adherence.

Eugene's Police Commission is grappling with critical police policy debates, including the contentious use of pepper spray and the impact of community feedback on law enforcement practices.

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Police department mandates mental health consultations for officers after critical incidents Police officers receive mandatory mental health consultations after critical incidents, covered by the department.

Eugene, Oregon is breaking new ground by mandating mental health consultations for police officers after critical incidents, ensuring they get the support they need.

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