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Salem Police Capture Burglary Suspect

Post Date:06/18/2026 3:29 PM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: June 18, 2026
CONTACT: Salem Police Communications Office | spdmedia@cityofsalem.net

SALEM, Ore. -- On June 18, 2026, officers arrested Jeremiah Grieser, 30, of Salem, in connection with a burglary incident that occurred at approximately 3:31 a.m.

Officers responded to a business in the 4000 block of Salem Industrial Drive NE after security reported a male suspect had entered the building and was seen taking items from inside. The suspect was reported to be running down the railroad tracks as officers were arriving. Officers set up a perimeter, deployed a drone and canine to assist in locating the suspect.

Officers located and confronted the suspect, later identified as Grieser. He then attempted to run from the officers, but he was ultimately apprehended by K9 Andor.

During the investigation, approximately $2,500 worth of stolen property was recovered. Grieser will be lodged at Marion County Jail on multiple charges, including Burglary in the First Degree, Possession of Burglary Tools, Escape in the Third Degree, Theft in the First Degree, and a felony warrant.

The investigation is ongoing, and further inquiries should be directed to the Marion County District Attorney's Office.

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