Salem man kidnapped 2 campers, threatened to sexually assault them

Salem man kidnapped 2 campers, threatened to sexually assault them

Multiple agencies are investigating after a man, Gene Arnold McLenithan, allegedly kidnapped two people camping along a hiking trail in Tillamook County.

Salem Man Charged in Alleged Kidnapping of Two Campers on Oregon Coast

PORTLAND, Ore. (May. 28, 2026) — A Salem man has been charged in federal court with kidnapping and attempted abusive sexual contact after allegedly abducting two campers along a public hiking trail on the Oregon Coast nearly two years ago, authorities said Thursday. Gene Arnold McLenithan, 58, of Salem, was charged by criminal complaint in connection with the July 4, 2024, incident in Tillamook County, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for…

Salem Man Charged With Kidnapping And Attempted Abusive Sexual Contact; Additional Victims Sought

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