Published on: 01/15/2026
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CCSO release - The Coos County Sheriff’s Office and partner agencies, including State Police and Bandon Police, have captured Marcquis White. There is no further threat to the public. Great job to all involved! ADDITIONAL THANK YOU!!!! To the citizen who provided the tip that led to this peaceful resolution, you are appreciated by all of us here at the Sheriff’s Office.
Lane Co. Response to the Apprehension of White
OSP release - Coos County, Ore. (Jan. 14, 2026)- Springfield assault suspect taken into custody. On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 11:46 a.m., Oregon State Police received information regarding a possible sighting of Marcquis Andrew Lee White (33) who was wanted in connection with an assault that occurred on Monday, January 12, 2026, in Springfield. Bandon Police Chief Cory Dhillon was first to arrive at the location, near milepost 7 on Seven Devils Road, and identified where White had fled down a steep embankment into the brushline. Chief Dhillon was able to direct responding personnel from the Oregon State Police, Bandon Police Department, Coos County Sheriff's Office, and Oregon State Police SWAT team, to White's last known location. Oregon State Police SWAT personnel were able to locate White and take him into custody without incident. White was transported to a medical facility for evaluation and will be transferred to the custody of the Springfield Police Department, and ultimately lodged in the Lane County Jail for crimes associated with Monday's assault. OSP would like to thank our law enforcement partners in Coos County and the United States Coast Guard for their dedication and persistence over the last 60 hours that led to the successful apprehension of White. For information related to Monday's assault, contact the Springfield Police Department.
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