University of Oregon officials said the campus community is “deeply saddened” by the death of LeAnna Pitts, a 52‑year‑old director in the university’s Campus Planning and Facilities Management team. Pitts had served the university since 2016, overseeing four managers responsible for construction and facilities projects.

Details of the incident

Police responded Thursday morning to a residence on the 5400 block of Fox Hollow Road, just outside Eugene’s southern city limits. According to Eugene Police spokesperson Chelsea Deffenbacher, Pitts was found shot to death inside the home.

Later that evening, officers announced the arrest of her husband, 55‑year‑old Gregory Allen Pitts, on suspicion of second‑degree murder and unlawful use of a weapon. He has been charged in Lane County Circuit Court with murder and the weapons offense and is being held in the Lane County Jail.

University response

Angela Seydel, a spokesperson for the university, released a statement expressing the institution’s grief: “The University of Oregon is deeply saddened by the death of LeAnna Pitts. Our thoughts are with her family, friends, and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time.” The university said it is making support services available to employees affected by the tragedy.

Background on Pitts

LeAnna Pitts held the title of director of work management and administrative support within the facilities department. An organizational chart on the university’s website listed her as overseeing four managers handling various construction and facilities responsibilities. Prior to joining UO, a social‑media profile indicated she spent eight years at Oregon State University, including time as a facilities manager.

The case remains under investigation, and further details will be released as they become available.

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