Sprague River man arrested on variety of drug charges

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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - At approximately 11:30 AM on Saturday, June 24, the Basin Interagency Narcotics Enforcement Team, with the assistance of additional local agencies, executed a search warrant on Justin Reed Anderson, 42, of Sprague River for his residence and his vehicle.

Since the early spring of 2023, BINET has been investigating Anderson for crimes related to the distribution of illegal narcotics in both Klamath Falls and areas of eastern Klamath County.

“During the initial traffic stop, Anderson resisted arrest and was uncooperative with police,” stated the Klamath Falls Police Department in a press release.

During the execution of the search warrant, BINET located and seized 832.6 grams of suspected methamphetamine, 55 grams of suspected cocaine, scales, and a stolen 9mm handgun.

Anderson was lodged at the Klamath County Jail on the following charges

  • Resisting Arrest

  • Possession of a Controlled Substance - Methamphetamine

  • Attempted Delivery of Methamphetamine within 1000 feet of a School

  • Manufacture of Methamphetamine within 1000 feet of a School

  • Possession of Controlled Substance - Cocaine

  • Carrying a Concealed Firearm

  • Theft I

This investigation is ongoing.

Investigators ask, “If the community has any further information regarding Anderson and/or the alleged crimes listed above, you are encouraged to contact Detective Delesha at 541-883-5336, or you can call our anonymous tip line at 541-883-5334.”

BINET was assisted by the Klamath Falls Police Department, Oregon State Police, and the Klamath County Sheriff’s Office.