Lowell, OR – A Eugene man was arrested Wednesday after Lane County deputies responded to a homicide scene in a forested area east of Lowell, according to the sheriff’s office.
According to Lane County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and detectives arrived around noon Wednesday to a report of a deceased person found about 10 miles east of Lowell. Authorities allege the death was the result of homicidal violence.
Detectives said they quickly located and detained a suspect in the area, identifying him as Aaron Douglas Omer, 53, of Eugene. Following further investigation, Omer was allegedly arrested and booked at Lane County Jail on a charge of Murder in the 2nd Degree. The identity of the deceased victim is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
Assisting agencies included the Oregon State Police, US Marshals Service, Eugene Police Department, and FBI, according to the sheriff’s office.
The investigation remains active. Authorities ask anyone with information regarding this incident to contact Lane County Sheriff’s Office.
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