On the morning of December 10, 2024, River Robert Feldmiller, 26, was found dead from an apparent gunshot wound in the passenger seat of a 2017 Ford F-250 near East Antler Avenue and SE 9th Street in Redmond, Oregon. The Redmond Police Department responded to a 911 call around 8:00 a.m., and the Central Oregon Major Incident Team was activated to lead the homicide investigation.

River, described as a transient and the third of five children, was remembered by those who knew him as a loving brother who enjoyed adventure and fishing. Authorities identified a suspect, Keith Nolen, also described as a transient living east of Redmond, and warned the public that he should be considered armed and dangerous while the search continues.

Anyone with information on River or the suspect’s whereabouts is asked to contact Deschutes County 911.