A counselor with Community Counseling Solutions is under investigation for inappropriate behavior with a minor

“We take any allegation of inappropriate behavior toward our clients and staff very seriously,” said Lindsay.

Lindsay said the counselor worked in the Dayville and Long Creek school districts.

Long Creek School District Superintendent Karl Coghill said the Oregon State Police notified him of an investigation.

Lindsay said that she could not confirm whether or not the counselor had other students in Grant County on his caseload.

“We have been informed by the state police of an ongoing investigation of one of our providers,” Coghill said.

Oregon State Police Sgt. Tom Hutchison – 541-620-1829 or 800-442-2068

Timeline, or any updates?

Any reason why we should withhold coverage at this time? Would publishing a story impede an investigation?

Ontario OSP is conducting investigation.

Javier Marquez, detective sergeant is the lead investigator. 

Phone: 541-786-6056

Marquez said the investigation is ongoing and a story would hurt it, but he said “it is a free country.” 

Marquez could not give a timeline or say much else. 

Call Marquez next week, either Monday or after the paper is finished Tuesday and ask, “is the investigation of Brent Labhart still ongoing.” 

4/6 – Spoke with Marquez and he  said the investigation is still open and ongoing.

4/20 -Spoke with  Marquez and he said the investigation is still open and ongoing.

4/26 – Marquez said the investigation is in the final stages of review, but there are still no charges filed yet.

5/06 – Marquez said the Labhart’s case is under the review of the District Attorney in Grant County.