According to a memo sent last week to Gov. Tina Kotek’s office, obtained by OPB through a public records request, 213 people across 11 counties have been deflected. That’s slightly more people than the agency predicted would be deflected by this time.
Conrad Wilson is a reporter and producer at OPB, covering criminal justice and legal affairs. His work often intersects with themes of health and wellness, social issues, and regional interest, particularly in relation to crime and justice in Oregon. Conrad's reporting has been featured in numerous outlets, including NPR, WBUR, and ProPublica.