City of Eugene, OR

10/18/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/18/2024 08:07

Street Crimes Unit arrests car lot owner for drug delivery

At 9 a.m. on October 3, Eugene Police Street Crimes Unit officers executed a search warrant at Buy a Car, 825 River Avenue, and contacted 44-year-old Rory Gene Conner, the owner of the car lot. A subsequent search of the location resulted in the seizure of 107.3 grams or nearly four ounces of Methamphetamine, scales, packaging material and a little over $18,000 in cash.

Conner was subsequently charged for Commercial Delivery and Possession of Methamphetamine. Case 24-14889

SCU focuses on prolific offenders, who are identified through intelligence-based policing, public tips, and other sources. They proactively respond across the city to quality-of-life issues as they arise, using all available resources and partners such as community groups, neighborhood associations and city services. SCU is dedicated to targeting immediate and acute community safety system issues while working toward mission-critical enhancements that need to be addressed through a longer-term and broader community safety initiative.