Thanks To An Attentive Citizen A Child Preditor Is Off The Streets

On Sunday, July 13, 2025, the Toledo Police Department arrested 39-year-old Andrew Paul Rogers, of Washington state, on multiple felony charges related to the exploitation and sexual abuse of a minor. The investigation began when a concerned citizen reported suspicious behavior involving a juvenile. Detective Shinholster and Sergeant Pitcher from the Toledo Police Department, with the support of other responding officers from the Lincoln County Sheriffs Office and Newport Police Department, conducted a swift and thorough investigation which led to the identification and arrest of the suspect within hours.

Rogers has been lodged at the Lincoln County Jail and is facing the following charges under Oregon law:

    Online Sexual Corruption of a Child (1st Degree) – ORS 163.433

    Sexual Abuse (1st and 2nd Degree) – ORS 163.427, ORS 163.425

    Strangulation – ORS 163.187

    Unlawful Sexual Penetration (1st Degree) – ORS 163.411

    Purchasing Sex with a Minor – ORS 163.413

    Unlawful Delivery of Marijuana Items to a Minor – ORS 475C.345

The juvenile victim is receiving support services and their identity will remain confidential to protect their privacy. Toledo Police thanked all the officers who helped with this case, including Det. Dalynn Shinholster and Sgt. Pitcher, for their rapid and professional response, as well as the citizen who came forward with critical information. They also acknowledged the ongoing collaboration with the Lincoln County District Attorney’s Office.

This case remains under investigation, and no further details will be released at this time to preserve the integrity of the judicial process.If you or someone you know has information related to this case or believes a child may be in danger, please contact the Toledo Police Department at (541) 336-5555 or email Detective Shinholster at dalynn.shinholster@cityoftoledo.org and reference Case Number TOP25001115.

Protecting the vulnerable citizens is one of our highest responsibilities. If you see something, say something.