A former Democratic Oregon county commissioner facing several felony charges may have fled the United States, according to authorities.

Former Clackamas County Commissioner Melissa Fireside in March 2025 allegedly stole $30,000 from her mother's boyfriend, who is currently living in an assisted living facility, according to KPTV .

Prosecutors said that during one visit to the assisted living facility, Fireside got access to the bank account belonging to her mother's boyfriend, then called the bank and guided him on resetting his online information.

Fireside then allegedly used the account to take out $29,000 , which went to repay a loan given to her by a state representative. Prosecutors also said Fireside withdrew $1,000 which was put into her account.

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