Two Arrested for Starting Fires Along Greenway

Published on May 27, 2021

TWO ARRESTED FOR STARTING FIRES ALONG GREENWAY

News Release from Medford Police Dept.
Posted on FlashAlert: May 27th, 2021 9:29 AM

Downloadable file: Salcedo mugshot
Downloadable file: Duff mugshot

Fires were started in two separate instances along the Greenway in Medford. Both resulted in arrests.

On May 18th, 2021, a fire was started in the 800 block of N. Riverside Avenue, near Bear Creek, which threatened a nearby residence before it was extinguished by Medford Fire Department. Video surveillance identified a suspect who was located this morning, shortly after midnight. Colin Duff, 26 years old, was arrested for Reckless Burning. Officers believe he was camping near the fire, burning trash, when it got out of control.

On May 26th, 2021 at about 8:44 p.m., emergency personnel were dispatched to the Greenway, near 770 Midway Road for a grass fire threatening homes. Medford Fire Department extinguished the fire without homes being damaged. Witnesses identified a suspect fleeing the area. Officers caught up to Alberto Salcedo-Jiminez, 37, and ultimately determined he started the fire, which was set in three different locations. The motive for his actions is not being disclosed. Salcedo-Jiminez was arrested for Arson 1st Degree and Trespassing.

Please stay vigilant this fire season and report any fire activity immediately.

Contact Info:
Lt. Mike Budreau 541-774-2214