Three People Found Deceased From Overdose

Yamhill Co. Sheriff's Office

On April 20, 2026, at 4:19 pm., Yamhill Communications Agency (YCOM) received a 911 call reporting multiple overdose victims in the 22000 block of NE Dopp Road in Newberg. Gaston Rural Fire District and deputies from Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene. Evidence indicated that all three individuals had been exposed to suspected fentanyl. Investigators from YCSO’s Street Crimes & Narcotics team (SCAN) and Special Investigations Unit (SIU) were requested to assist with the scene and the ongoing investigation. 

 

The victims were identified as:

• Timothy Dean Crisman, 28, of McMinnville
• Roberto Refugio Hernandez, 35, of Newberg
• Virginia Ann Rarick, 56, of Newberg

All were pronounced deceased at the scene. 

 

Sheriff Elliott emphasized the seriousness of fentanyl, noting that even a few grains can be fatal, often without the user realizing they are ingesting it. “Drug overdoses continue to be one of the most significant public safety threats in Yamhill County. Health and Human Services offers walk-in access to drug screening assessments to determine treatment options. Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:30 you are able to access the Deflection Program in Yamhill County through any First Responder. You can email YCBH@yamhillcounty.gov for information or call the Deflection Navigator at 971-901-1916.”  

 

The Sheriff’s Office urges residents to act immediately if they suspect someone overdosing:

• Call 911 right away
• Look for signs such as slowed or stopped breathing, unresponsiveness, or pale, clammy skin.
• Keep naloxone (Narcan) accessible, it can reverse an opioid overdoes and is widely available.
• Encourage those struggling with addiction to seek help; local treatment and support services are available.

 

This incident remains under active investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact the SCAN team without delay. Tips may be submitted to drugtip@yamhillcounty.gov.