Medford, OR – A Jackson County Sheriff’s Office deputy uncovered drugs, fire hazards, and illegal campsites during a patrol along the Bear Creek Greenway, according to a new sheriff’s office video posted this week.
In the “Ride Along” clip, Greenway and Parks Patrol Deputy Austin Violette is shown responding to a series of calls throughout Jackson County parks. According to the sheriff’s office, the patrol also included an emergency response to a serious injury crash at a county park.
The Greenway/Parks Patrol program focuses on keeping public spaces safe by investigating illegal campsites, removing fire hazards, and enforcing local park regulations. The position is jointly funded by Jackson County Roads and the Parks Department.
The sheriff’s office also announced that Deputy Violette was named December 2025 Employee of the Month by the Jackson County Board of Commissioners, recognizing his ongoing service and dedication to community safety.
Residents can watch Part 1 of the “Ride Along” video on the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page.
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