Bend Man Arrested After Threatening Security Guard with Gun, Cocaine and Firearms Seized

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Bend Police arrested a 32-year-old man on March 6th after he allegedly threatened a security guard outside a local bar with a gun. The incident occurred on March 1st, and the suspect was identified during the investigation. Police later conducted a traffic stop and searched the suspect's vehicle and home, where they found two firearms, ammunition, and a significant amount of cocaine along with materials used for measuring and packaging controlled substances.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in addressing gun violence and drug-related crimes in the Bend community. The arrest and seizure of firearms and cocaine raise concerns about public safety and the need for continued efforts to combat the illegal drug trade and illegal possession of weapons.

The details

According to police, the suspect became upset after a security guard denied him entry to a local bar on March 1st. The suspect then engaged in a physical altercation with the guard, threatened to shoot him, cocked a firearm, and pointed it into the air before fleeing the scene. Officers identified the suspect during their investigation and located him five days later, conducting a traffic stop and taking him into custody. A search of the suspect's vehicle and home resulted in the seizure of two firearms, ammunition, a significant amount of cocaine, and materials used for measuring and packaging controlled substances.

• The incident occurred around 12:09 a.m. on March 1st.
• The suspect was arrested on March 6th during a traffic stop near NE 15th Street and U.S. Highway 20.
• The search of the suspect's vehicle and home took place on March 6th.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The suspect is currently being held at the Deschutes County Jail, and the investigation is ongoing. Prosecutors will determine the appropriate charges and whether to pursue the case.