benton county news

The suspect was already a Level 2 convicted sex offender.

The man was convicted for a violent sexual assault in King County, had registered in Benton last year.

Some knuckleheads were flying drones in the fire area, and interfered with helicopter water drops

Deputies said the man was arrested Thursday, April 16th

The man was later located and arrested with help from Benton County Sheriff's Deputies.

February 28th, Deputies were alerted by Oregon law enforcement about a possible victim.

More results expected Wednesday afternoon

The two are now in the Benton County Jail

The teen crashed and tried to flee the scene

The suspect caused an incident inside the Benton County Justice Center.