While Oregon State Police, the Salem Police Department, and Marion County Sheriff’s Office personnel were monitoring a protest occurring at the Oregon State Capitol at approximately 2:00pm Wednesday afternoon, a group of counter protesters arrived at the Capitol and a fight broke out between the opposing sides.
Law Enforcement members quickly separated the two groups and worked to keep the two groups separate for the remainder of the day.
43 year old David Willis of Lincoln City, was arrested and charged with harassment and disorderly conduct. The investigation is continuing and more charges are possible after consultation with the Marion County District Attorney.
At approximately 6:00pm, Troopers contacted, 39 year old Cody Melby, attempting to access several doors at the Oregon State Capitol. Melby was contacted and arrested for Trespassing while in possession of a firearm and lodged at the Marion County Jail.
