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Local business owner alleges 27-minute detention by officer; council asks staff to follow up
Summary
James Loftus, owner of the Gardner House Café, told the council he was detained by Officer Bevins for 27 minutes on his property and said he will open a citizen inquiry; staff told the council they met with him, believe the situation was de-escalated and will investigate further.
Stayton — During public comment at the meeting, James Loftus, owner of the Gardner House Café and B&B, alleged an officer with the Stayton Police Department detained him on his property for 27 minutes and said he will compile evidence and witness testimony for a citizen inquiry that could be referred to federal…
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