Linn County Sheriff's Log: Feb. 1

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The Linn County Sheriff's Office responded to a variety of incidents in the Mill City, Scio, and Lyons areas between February 1-10, 2026, including a report of a sex offense involving a female juvenile, a theft of a firearm, multiple traffic stops and citations, and a two-vehicle crash resulting in critical injuries.

Why it matters

The sheriff's log provides insight into the types of crimes and incidents occurring in the local communities, which can help inform public safety efforts and community awareness.

The details

Key incidents included a report of a sex offense involving a female juvenile in Mill City, a theft of a firearm in Lyons, multiple traffic stops and citations for violations like driving while suspended and expired tags, and a two-vehicle crash in Gates that resulted in critical injuries to a passenger and the driver fleeing the scene.

• On February 2, deputies responded to a report of a sex offense involving a female juvenile in Mill City.
• On February 5, deputies responded to a two-vehicle crash on Gates School Road in Gates, with a passenger in critical condition and the driver fleeing the scene.
• On February 7, deputies responded to a death investigation of a 67-year-old male found deceased in his residence on Franklin Butte Road in Scio.

What’s next

The Linn County Sheriff's Office will continue investigating the reported sex offense, the two-vehicle crash, and the death investigation to determine the circumstances and any potential charges.