Diane Downs

A documented case. A full investigation. A complete courtroom record.

On May 19, 1983, a shooting in Lane County, Oregon, resulted in the death of one child and serious injuries to two others. The case quickly moved from an initial report of a roadside attack to a detailed criminal investigation involving forensic analysis, witness testimony, and court proceedings.

Diane Downs: A True Crime Account of the Investigation, Evidence, Arrest, and Trial Proceedings presents a structured, fact-based examination of the case using verified records and documented evidence.

This book provides a clear, chronological account of:

The events leading up to the incident, based on recorded timelines

The crime scene investigation and forensic findings, including ballistics and medical reports

The statements and interviews collected during the investigation

The development of probable cause and formal charges

A detailed breakdown of the trial, witness testimony, and courtroom evidence

The verdict, sentencing, and subsequent legal proceedings


This is not a dramatized story.
It is a complete, evidence-based examination of a criminal case.