The Coos Bay Police Department (CBPD) arrested a North Bend man on sex abuse charges after he entered a restroom inside a business and threatened a child.

On April 5, 2024, around 12:17 p.m., the CBPD received a report from Bay Area Hospital that a man had made sexual threats and statements to a child inside a women’s restroom inside their facility. Bay Area Hospital security had the man detained upon the CBPD officers' arrival.

The man, identified as 26-year-old Aaron McMillen of North Bend, was arrested and transported to the Coos County Jail on the below listed charges:

• Invasion of Personal Privacy 2nd degree – 2 counts

• Attempted Sodomy 1st degree

• Attempted Sex Abuse 1st degree

• Disorderly Conduct 2nd degree

Our community's safety is the CBPD's top priority. The CBPD believes that there is no continued danger to the public following this incident. We are grateful that the child involved in this incident is safe and that her quick thinking and actions led to this outcome.

Restroom safety tips:

• Always be aware of your surroundings.

• Look around prior to entering the restroom area, and immediately leave if you notice someone acting suspiciously.

• Always secure the bathroom stall door.

• Have your cell phone ready in case of an emergency.

• Do not approach suspicious individuals.

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