Cape Arago Hwy. Arsonist, June 15

CCSO release – On 06-13-21 at about 0234 hours, Deputies from the Coos County Sheriff’s Office responded to 91484 Cape Arago Hwy for a report of an Arson. Upon the Deputies arrival they discovered an unknown male had poured gasoline on the door to the residence and set it on fire before departing the area. The homeowners briefly observed a tall male leaving the area. The owners stated the male walked off at a slow pace even when they attempted to confront him. This is the fourth such incident in the area. The first incident involved a male pouring gasoline in front of the entrance to Seaport RV park, and setting the gasoline on fire. The second incident occurred on 5-21-21 at about 2:30 AM, at 91222 Cape Arago Highway. Cameras caught a video of a male, carrying a gas can. The second incident was on 6-5-21 at about 11:30 PM, at 92222 Cape Arago Highway. Cameras were installed at the residence, but were unable to capture the suspect in video or photographs. The latest incident was on 6-13-21 at about 2:30 AM, at 91484 Cape Arago Highway. Cameras caught both still and video images of the suspect. In all instances emergency personnel arrived on scene within minutes of the report and have not been able to locate the suspect. The incidents have typically been occurring during Friday and Saturdays with one fire started a week, early in the morning. The public is asked to report any suspicious activity or any information that may be of relevance to the Coos County Sheriff’s Office at 541-396-2106.