Philomath Man Fatally Shot While Attacking Family Member with Knife, Police Investigating

Corvallis, OR. – Official Release: The Benton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is assisting the Philomath Police Department in investigating a shooting that occurred early Saturday, August 9, 2025.

At approximately 2:18 a.m., dispatch received a 9-1-1 call reporting a shooting in the 600 block of College Street in Philomath.

Preliminary information indicates the incident began as a domestic assault involving family members. Gerardo Martinez Flores, 36, of Philomath, was shot while attacking another individual with a knife. Gerardo was pronounced deceased at the scene.

There is no ongoing threat to the public. The investigation remains active, with all parties cooperating with the Benton County Major Crimes Team. No arrests have been made at this time.

BCSO and the Philomath Police Department thank the Benton County District Attorney’s Office, Oregon State Police Crime Lab, State Medical Examiner’s Office, Corvallis Regional Communications Center, and Corvallis Police Department for their assistance.

Updates will be provided as the investigation develops.