Federal agents in Portland are turning to the public for help as they dig into a troubling case tied to the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Indian Reservation. The FBI says it is working to identify any additional victims of sexual violence connected to Robert Ray Warner, after federal court papers alleged he sexually assaulted a woman on the reservation on or about November 25, 2025. Warm Springs police arrested Warner, and investigators say he remains in custody while they try to map out the full scope of what happened.
FBI Seeks Additional Victims
According to a post on X from FBI Portland, investigators want to hear from anyone who believes they may have been a victim, as well as anyone who has information about other possible victims. The post notes that a federal indictment alleges the assault occurred on or about Nov. 25, 2025, and it lists a dedicated tip email ([email protected]), a phone line at 503-224-4181 and an online tip form for people to submit information directly to the FBI.
Investigation On The Reservation
Investigators say the case is being worked jointly with the Warm Springs Police Department, which is responsible for public safety on the tribal reservation. The tribe’s police page explains that the department enforces tribal law and coordinates with federal partners on serious crimes that occur within reservation boundaries, including violent offenses such as sexual assault, according to the Warm Springs Police Department.
Legal Context And Resources
The federal indictment cited by investigators is a charging document, not a verdict. As federal releases from the Department of Justice explain, “an indictment is an accusation,” and any defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Oregon maintains an Indian Country resources page that lists tribal victim services contacts, including the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Victims of Crime Program and FBI Indian Country victim services, with local helplines and advocates available to support survivors. Those listings are available through the District of Oregon Indian Country resources.
Anyone who believes they were victimized, or who has information about Warner’s conduct, is urged to contact the FBI through the tip line and email provided by investigators. People may also reach out to tribal victim advocates for confidential help. According to investigators, the FBI and its tribal partners will work with survivors throughout the investigative process and any resulting court proceedings.
