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Barricaded Suspect near Florence, Oct. 29
Barricaded Suspect near Florence, Oct. 29
Barricaded Suspect near Florence, Oct. 29

Published on: 10/29/2025

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On October 27th at about 7 a.m., Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of menacing in the 5400 block of Bay Berry Drive, north of Florence. Deputies learned Joshua Allen Cooper, 43, of Florence, had menaced a victim, trespassed, and destroyed their property, including smashing a car windshield.  Deputies attempted to contact Cooper at his residence, but he refused to speak with deputies. An armored rescue vehicle and drone were deployed to maintain contact with Cooper from a safe distance. After several hours of attempts at negotiation, a deputy applied for and was granted a search warrant to arrest Cooper. Deputies deployed irritants into the residence, without effect. Deputies and K9 Tito then entered the residence and arrested Cooper after a brief struggle.  Cooper was transported to the Lane County Jail and lodged on the following charges:  - Menacing; - Criminal Mischief in the 1st Degree; - Attempted Criminal Mischief in the 1st Degree; - Criminal Trespass in the 2nd Degree; - Stalking; - Resisting Arrest.  Thanks to Florence Police Department and Oregon State Police for their assistance during this incident.

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