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Sheriff: Hundreds of citations, warnings made during Oregon Country Fair; some arrests


The Oregon Country Fair kicked off its 50th anniversary Friday, July 12, 2019 with massive crowds. Organizers say more than 20,000 people purchased tickets the first day. Saturday is expected to be even busier. The fair is held every year in Veneta, Ore. and features music, performers, artists, and plenty of food options. Photo by Amanda Butt
The Oregon Country Fair kicked off its 50th anniversary Friday, July 12, 2019 with massive crowds. Organizers say more than 20,000 people purchased tickets the first day. Saturday is expected to be even busier. The fair is held every year in Veneta, Ore. and features music, performers, artists, and plenty of food options. Photo by Amanda Butt
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EUGENE, Ore.-Last weekend's Oregon country fair saw record crowds and kept law enforcement agencies busy.

The lane county sheriff's office worked more than 120 hours of overtime.

there were also increased patrols from Oregon State Police, Eugene, Springfield and University of Oregon Police.

“We knew that the 50th anniversary was going to be a very big deal and we were really fortunate to have other law enforcement agencies in the area contribute to the enforcement efforts,” said Lane Country Sheriff’s Sergeant of Information, Carrie Carver.

Law enforcement officials issued more than 400 warnings and 200 citations including two DUIIs and 2 overdoses.

CITATIONS (213):

  • 47 Seatbelt
  • 62 Speeding
  • 24 Driving while suspended/ No license
  • 16 Distracted Driving (cell phone)
  • 13 Misc. equipment violations
  • 51 Other Violations

WARNINGS (410):

  • 13 Seatbelt
  • 104 Speeding
  • 20 Bicycle/Pedestrian
  • 9 Distracted Driving
  • 65 Misc. equipment violations
  • 199 Other Violations

ARRESTS/CASES:

  • 2 DUII
  • 1 Possession of Heroin
  • 2 Possession of Mushrooms
  • 3 Warrant Arrests
  • 1 Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD)
  • 1 Animal Abuse x3
  • 3 Trespass
  • 1 Assist Agency
  • 1 Hit and Run Property
  • 2 Burglary
  • 2 Disorderly Subjects
  • 1 Uninsured/Hazard Tow
  • 1 Reckless Endangering
  • 2 Overdose (Medical)
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