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k. ,. 4 City of Eugene <br /> - °' ``' <br /> 0 POLICE DEPARTMENT <br /> , i <br /> EUGEN <br /> * 4 "Qual Policing Through Partnerships" <br /> 1. <br /> October 10, 2006 <br /> Mr. Justin Williams, et al <br /> 1465 Buck Street <br /> Eugene, OR 97402 <br /> Dear Mr. Williams: <br /> This letter is to acknowledge receipt of your letter signed by twelve individuals regarding <br /> reported behavior involving Kyle Thomas Coughlin in the area of Acorn Park. As you <br /> surmised, officers of the Eugene Police Department (EPD) are generally aware of the <br /> circumstances described in your letter, having responded to these calls on several <br /> occasions. <br /> Please understand these types of situations are frustrating for our staff as well. You <br /> point out that one arrest resulted in an almost immediate release from the county jail, a <br /> situation that is extremely problematic but not one within the control of the EPD or its <br /> officers. With respect to searches of Mr. Coughlin's car, I hope you can understand that <br /> officers can only search personal property (including cars) under a very specific set of <br /> legal circumstances. <br /> However challenging these circumstances, we encourage you to continue calling us <br /> when you observe illegal behavior. In some cases, we will be able to confirm the <br /> behavior and appropriate charges will be issued. The responsible area commander is <br /> familiar with these circumstances and your letter and is monitoring the situation. Area <br /> officers have been made aware of your concerns and will be watching for violations as <br /> well. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> 1:M\C)------. <br /> Robert M. Lehner <br /> Chief of Police <br /> cc: Hon. Kitty Piercy, Mayor <br /> Mr. Chris Pryor, Councilor, Ward 8 <br /> Mr. Johnny Medlin, Parks <br /> 777 Pearl Street, Room 107 • Eugene, Oregon 97401 <br /> (541) 682 -6360 <br />