BEND, Ore. – Authorities in Bend have charged two individuals with second-degree murder following the discovery of a man’s body at a local motel early last month. Officials identified the deceased as Robert Lewis Treher, 34, who was found at the Holiday Motel on SE 3rd Street on January 3.
Jessica Mae Sanders, 30, from Clearlake, California, and Jason Newton Loun, 38, from Redmond, face charges not only for the murder but also for first-degree robbery, unlawful weapon use, and third-degree theft, as per the details shared by Bend Police.
Further investigations revealed that Sanders, who knew Treher, was immediately suspected in the case. Sanders was apprehended later that day during a traffic stop while staying at the Eagle Crest Resort. Found in the vehicle were evidence linking her and the driver to possession and delivery of methamphetamine, leading to their arrest.
Loun, another acquaintance of Treher, was arrested by Redmond Police in the early hours of a Saturday following the incident. Since then, both suspects have been detained, with Sanders held in custody on the drug charges since her arrest.
This incident has stirred concerns in the Bend community, a region unaccustomed to such violent episodes, highlighting underlying issues related to drug-related crimes and their impact on local safety.
The involvement of multiple agencies, including the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office and local police, underscores the complexities of tackling drug crimes that escalate into violent offenses. The case remains under review, with local authorities committed to a thorough investigation to bring justice to the victim and his family.
The public is urged to come forward with any information that could assist in furthering the investigation, as community cooperation is vital in solving such serious cases.
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