07/22/2025
UPDATE: Janice Davis has been found deceased in the woods near her home. Police are working to determine the cause of death and do not believe there is any risk to the general public.
UPDATE REGARDING MISSING PERSON JANICE CHRISTINE DAVIS - 7/21/2025 @ 9:00 p.m.:
Stayton Police Department worked to piece together a timeline from the last known contact with Janice once she was reported missing including talking to neighbors, watching hours of surveillance video in the area, talking with local businesses, and canvassing the area on foot. We continued to receive tips throughout the weekend that we followed up on. Knowing her love of the outdoors, we focused a more intense search on a wooded area near her home.
Marion County Search and Rescue was called in and an MCSO drone assisted in locating what appeared to be a person down in thick brush matching Janice’s description. The location was well off the established path and the terrain made it difficult for first responders to reach the location and initially make any confirmation of circumstances. Positive identification of Janice has since been made and next of kin have been notified.
We do not believe there is any risk or danger to the public.
Stayton PD is working closely with the Marion County Deputy Medical Examiner and the Marion County District Attorney’s Office to determine cause of death. We greatly appreciate the assistance of Marion County Search and Rescue personnel and the MCSO drone operator as well as citizens who called in tips. Our hearts go out to Janice’s family and friends as they process through the loss.
