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***Media Release***
Coos Bay, Ore - On March 27th 2026, at 8:10 p.m., a Coos County Sheriff’s Deputy responded to a report of a woman trespassing on property at an address on Wygant Road, just south of Coos Bay, with a campfire.
During the contact, the deputy advised Kinsey R. Smith (28) that she was trespassing and repeatedly asked her to leave. Ms. Smith refused to leave after numerous requests. The deputy attempted to place Ms. Smith under arrest on Criminal Trespass II, and a physical fight ensued.
The deputy was hit, struck with a knee in the groin, struck several times in the face, scratched, head-butted, and bitten numerous times. The deputy fought with Ms. Smith for about 5 minutes until a second deputy arrived on scene and assisted with placing Ms. Smith under arrest.
Kinsey R. Smith (28) was transported to the Coos County Jail on the charges of Criminal Trespass II, Resisting Arrest, and Assault on a Public Safety Officer.
“Police action is not indicative of guilt. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.”
Media Release Coos Bay Ore - On March 27th 2026 at 810 pm a Coos County Sheriffs Deputy r...
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03/28/2026
***Media Release***
Case #: S2026-00470
Myrtle Point Ore - On March 27th, 2026, at approximately 12:35 PM, a Coos County Sheriff’s Deputy who had been investigating a trespass up Middle Creek Road responded back to the location to ensure subjects had left after being previously warned.
Once the Deputy arrived on scene, she noticed the Motorhome was still at the location, and a man saw the Deputy and then ran inside. Previously, this man had identified himself as Jermery Field.
During the investigation, it was learned that Jeremy had used a false name and was actually Loy Minton, who had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. Another occupant of the trailer was identified as Kasie R. Jenkins.
Both individuals were transported to the Coos County Jail. Kasie R. Jenkins (48) was arrested on the charges of Criminal Trespass II and Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. Loy K. Minton (42) was arrested on the charge of Criminal Trespass II, the outstanding warrant, and False Info to a Police Officer.
“Police action is not indicative of guilt. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.”Photos from Coos County Sheriff's Office's post
Media Release Case S2026-00470 Myrtle Point Ore - On March 27th 2026 at approximately 12...
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03/28/2026
***Media Release***
Case #: S2026-00458
Elliot State Forest, Ore - On March 25th, 2026, at 11:15 a.m., a Deputy responded to Marlow Creek in the Elliott State Forest to a complaint regarding illegal camping, after subjects had exceeded the maximum camping limit and also thrown debris everywhere.
The deputy noticed (6) dogs at the location alone with 30 to 40 garbage bags pitched over a bank behind the trailer between the camper and the creek. There was a putrid smell, which was a mixture of sewage and gray water that was leaking from underneath the camper. A large amount of fecal matter -either animal or otherwise- was also around the trailer.
Zackary E. Graves (27) was placed under arrest for Placing Offensive Substances a Waterways and transported to the Coos County Jail. Further investigation revealed that some of the dogs were injured and unattended. Animal Control was called to the location and removed all (6) dogs.
Another occupant of the camp, Jennifer L. Patterson (45), who was not at the location while Deputies were on scene, will also have probable cause out for her arrest on the charge of Placing Offensive Substances in a Waterway (ORS 164.785).
“Police action is not indicative of guilt. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.”Photos from Coos County Sheriff's Office's post
Media Release Case S2026-00458 Elliot State Forest Ore - On March 25th 2026 at 1115 am a...
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03/28/2026
***UPDATE***ANIMAL NEGLECT***
Case #: S2026-00454
North Bend Ore - Recently, the Coos County Sheriff’s Office issued a press release of an animal abuse case being investigated by Deputy Starr. The public provided several leads, leading to a search warrant conducted at a residence on Wall Ave in the City of North Bend on the evening of March 27, 2026.
As a result, Gary L. Carson (39) from North Bend was arrested on the charges of Animal Abuse I and Felon in Possession of a Firearm stemming from the investigation in this case.
The Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the public for their assistance and commend Deputy Starr on an exemplary investigation.
“Police action is not indicative of guilt. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.”Photos from Coos County Sheriff's Office's post
UPDATEANIMAL NEGLECT Case S2026-00454 North Bend Ore - Recently the Coos County Sheriffs...
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03/27/2026
***Media Release***
Case #: S2026-00449
Barview Ore - On Monday, March 23, 2026, at 4:11 p.m., the Coos County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to a motor vehicle crash on Libby Lane near Capital Drive, Coos Bay, Oregon.
Upon the Deputy’s arrival, it was discovered that a large piece of equipment had fallen off the driver’s side of a flatbed truck while the truck was driving eastbound on Libby Lane. When the piece of equipment fell off the truck, the equipment hit the driver’s side of an oncoming vehicle, causing significant damage. The driver of the flatbed truck admitted to failing to secure the load properly.
As a result, the driver of the Commercial flatbed truck was issued a citation for failure to secure a load.
“Police action is not indicative of guilt. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.”Photos from Coos County Sheriff's Office's post
Media Release Case S2026-00449 Barview Ore - On Monday March 23 2026 at 411 pm the Coos ...
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03/26/2026
***Press Release***
Date/Time: March 21st 2026
Animal Neglect
On the morning of March 21, 2026 this dog was located abandoned beside the road on Trans-Pacific Highway. The dog was emaciated, covered in fleas and mites, and was in a general state of neglect with conjunctivitis in both eyes.
In addition, the dog had been shot multiple times and left for dead. If anyone has information about this pup, please reach out to the Sheriff’s office. After attempts to nurse the dog back to health by Sheriff’s Office staff it unfortunately had to be euthanized.
Deputy Shawn L Starr
Coos Coos County Sheriff’s Office
(541) 404-5408
Press Release DateTime March 21st 2026 Animal Neglect On the morning of March 21 2026 thi...
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03/26/2026
On March 22nd, 2026, at around 7:41 PM, a Coos County Deputy was traveling north-bound on Highway 101 near mile post 231, and attempted to make a left hand turn off of the highway, when another vehicle, also traveling north-bound, ran into the back of the Deputy’s patrol truck.
Both the Deputy and the other driver are uninjured. The Oregon State Police are the investigating agency for the incident.
Please remember to always keep your eyes on the road and drive safe. Our distracted driving enforcement blitz is getting closer, beginning on April 1st.
On March 22nd 2026 at around 741 PM a Coos County Deputy was traveling north-bound on High...
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03/23/2026
***Media Release***
Case # S2026436
On March 22nd, 2026, at around 12:51 PM, a Coos County Deputy responded to the area of Parkersburg Rd in Bandon Oregon to the report of a suspicious vehicle. The Deputy observed that the vehicle was heavily damaged, and learn through dispatch that it had been reported stolen out of California.
While the Deputy was investigating, he was informed by a local that an unknown male subject was in his yard, and he had seen that same unknown subject in the stolen vehicle yesterday.
The Deputy was able to locate that unknown subject, and as a result of the investigation, Ernesto Romero (37), was arrested for Unlawful Entry into a Motor Vehicle, and Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. The stolen vehicle was recovered from the scene.
Media Release Case S2026436 On March 22nd 2026 at around 1251 PM a Coos County Deputy re...
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03/23/2026
***Media Release***
Case #: S2026-00424
COOS BAY Ore - On March 21st 2026, at 9:48 a.m., a Coos County Sheriff’s Deputy responded to Cape Arago Highway to a report of a man threatening other people recreating in the area.
As a result of an investigation, Jerry A. Loreman (47) of Coos Bay was arrested on the charges of Menacing and Disorderly Conduct. Mr. Loreman was transported to the Coos County Jail.
“Police action is not indicative of guilt. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.”
Media Release Case S2026-00424 COOS BAY Ore - On March 21st 2026 at 948 am a Coos County...
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03/21/2026
***Media Release***
Case #: S2026-00424
CHARLESTON Ore - On March 21st 2026, at 9:48 a.m., a Coos County Sheriff’s Deputy responded to Cape Arago Highway to a report of a man threatening other people recreating in the area.
As a result of an investigation, Jerry A. Loreman (47) of Coos Bay was arrested on the charges of Menacing and Disorderly Conduct. Mr. Loreman was transported to the Coos County Jail.
“Police action is not indicative of guilt. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.”
Media Release Case S2026-00424 CHARLESTON Ore - On March 21st 2026 at 948 am a Coos Coun...
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03/21/2026
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