SALEM, Ore. — On January 22, 2026, Tristan Brewster, 20, of Salem, was arrested in connection with a robbery incident that occurred on October 29, 2025. The arrest followed an investigation into a report where a man was threatened with a knife and had property stolen.
On the evening of October 29, the victim reported finding Brewster inside his vehicle. Brewster allegedly exited the vehicle with the victim’s belongings and brandished a knife, claiming ownership of the items. The victim reported that Brewster fled the scene with cash, a cell phone, and other personal property.
On January 22, 2026, detectives from the Violent Crimes Unit contacted Brewster and he was taken into custody…