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Police Officers Deemed Justified in Shooting and Killing Man near Salem after Threatening Neighbors and Firing Gun

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SALEM, Oregon – Three police officers have been found justified in shooting and killing a man near Salem after he fired a gun near neighbors’ homes and threatened to kill everyone around him. The incident resulted in the death of Justin Jordon. According to authorities, Jordon was involved in a confrontation with the police officers, who were called to the scene after receiving reports of shots fired. The officers arrived to find Jordon armed and making threats towards those in the vicinity. In response, they discharged their weapons, fatally injuring Jordon. The shooting occurred in … Read more

Marion County Grand Jury Unanimously Clears Officers in Fatal Salem Shooting Incident

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SALEM, Ore. – A Marion County Grand Jury unanimously found three law enforcement officials justified in their use of deadly force during a shooting incident in Salem last November, according to the Marion County District Attorney’s Office. The incident resulted in the death of 32-year-old Justin Lee Jordan. The grand jury reviewed video evidence and testimony, concluding that Jordan had failed to comply with verbal and visual warnings from officers. Jordan had been waving guns, pointing them at people, and firing shots at a bystander. The investigation revealed that Jordan fired his gun four times … Read more