TURNER, Ore. — An 18-year-old man was arrested Friday evening after a reported disturbance involving a handgun in the parking lot of Cascade High School following a volleyball game, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies responded to the school, located at 10226 Marion Road SE in Turner, at approximately 8:09 p.m. after receiving a report of a disturbance.
According to the sheriff’s office, an altercation broke out between occupants of two vehicles. During the confrontation, one individual reportedly brandished a handgun before leaving the area in a vehicle.
No injuries were reported, and no shots were fired.
A short time later, Stayton police located the suspect vehicle in the 1300 block of West Washington Street in Stayton. Deputies responded to the scene and took the suspect into custody without further incident.
Authorities identified the suspect as 18-year-old Cruz Ramirez, who was arrested on suspicion of unlawful use of a weapon, unlawful possession of a firearm and menacing.
A firearm with its serial numbers obliterated was recovered during the stop, according to the sheriff’s office.
Ramirez was transported to the Marion County Jail, where he was lodged.
The sheriff’s office said there is no ongoing threat to the community.
Authorities also thanked the Stayton, Aumsville and Turner police departments for their assistance and coordinated response to the incident.
