My name is Jenny Nelson. My husband and I were first on the scene just before 9:00am on Thursday, June 11th, 2026, after Reyna’s produce stand was destroyed on the corner of Highway 229 and Highway 101.

The alleged perpetrator came back twice. Both incidents included rage and violence. 

Yesterday, Reyna, the woman who operates the produce stand at the corner of Highway 229 and Highway 101, was allegedly assaulted along with her husband.

According to Reyna, the responding officer did not speak her language, creating a significant language barrier during the investigation. As of now, Reyna says she has not been provided with a case number, the officer’s name, or a business card with contact information.

An agency has stepped in to help Reyna navigate the process. However, despite law enforcement indicating that a case number was provided, Reyna maintains that she has no knowledge of receiving one and has not been given any way to identify or contact the responding officer. The agency assisting her was reportedly told that only Reyna can be provided with the case number, yet Reyna still does not have it.

Don Elmore of the Lower Siletz Water District confirmed that an individual identified as Daniel Noneze works as a meter reader for the district. Mr. Elmore stated that he is unsure of the correct spelling of Daniel’s last name. According to Mr. Elmore, the Lower Siletz Water District does not have hiring paperwork for Daniel, he is paid in cash, has not undergone a background check, and is not issued a 1099 for his work.

Mr. Elmore also confirmed the individual’s identity after reviewing a photograph that was emailed to him by witness Jenny Nelson, stating that the person depicted was the same Daniel who performs meter reading work for the Lower Siletz Water District.

Regardless of who the alleged assailant may be, this community deserves answers. Every victim should be able to communicate effectively with law enforcement, receive basic information about their own case, and feel confident that their report is being taken seriously.

We are calling for transparency, accountability, and a thorough investigation into the alleged assault on Reyna and her husband. Language barriers should never prevent victims from accessing justice, and no one should be left without the information they need to follow up on their own case.

As this matter remains under investigation, all allegations should be evaluated through the proper legal process, and anyone with firsthand knowledge or evidence is encouraged to provide that information to law enforcement.

If anyone witnessed the incident or has additional relevant information, we encourage them to contact the appropriate authorities.

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Any funds that are donated to this GoFundMe will be distributed directly to Reyna for a new produce stand, security items for her to help protect herself (pepper spray, etc). Any other funds will be used for Reyna to take time off, should she desire, to remain at home where she can learn to feel safe again. If there are any legal fees incurred to represent her in this investigation, these funds may be used for that, as well.