Oregon State Police in Salem are asking anyone who was in east Salem Tuesday afternoon to check their memories and their dash cams after a motorcyclist reportedly took off from a trooper during an attempted traffic stop. The rider was last seen just after 4 p.m. near Market Street NE and Fisher Road NE and is wanted on allegations of felony eluding and reckless driving.
In a Facebook post, Oregon State Police said a Salem-area trooper tried to pull the motorcyclist over when the rider allegedly refused to stop and instead eluded the patrol vehicle. The case, listed as SP26-196348, involves suspected felony elude and reckless driving. Anyone with dash-cam video or other tips is asked to call OSP dispatch at 800-442-0776 or dial *OSP (*677) from a mobile phone.
What the Alleged Charges Mean Under Oregon Law
Under Oregon law, fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer in a vehicle can land you in felony territory. ORS 811.540 treats eluding a marked patrol car driven by a uniformed officer while you are behind the wheel as a Class C felony. Reckless driving is covered separately under ORS 811.140 and is generally charged as a Class A misdemeanor, with stiffer penalties if someone is seriously hurt or killed.
How To Pass Tips To Troopers
According to Oregon State Police, anyone who has information, photos or video tied to the incident should hang on to the original files, then contact OSP dispatch and reference case number SP26-196348. The tip lines listed are 800-442-0776 or *OSP (*677) from a mobile phone.
Local Traffic Context
Riders have had a rough run in Salem this year. Salem Police investigated the city’s first motorcycle fatality of 2026 in January, according to the City of Salem. That earlier crash was a grim reminder of how quickly things can turn deadly on busy local streets.
If You Saw The Rider
If you witnessed the attempted stop or caught the rider on camera, preserve the original video or images and jot down the time and location before you share them with police. Authorities also stress that people should not try to chase down or confront the motorcyclist. Instead, contact law enforcement and report details such as direction of travel, the motorcycle’s color, any standout features and any plate information you were able to see.
