CBPD release – On Monday, February 6, 2023 at approximately 0631 hours, Coos Bay Officers were dispatched to Graham Bay Area Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge Dealership, located at 1400 Ocean Blvd for a report of an alarm. When they arrived, they observed a male subject, later identified as 45 year old Aaron Bruce Howley of Coos Bay, inside the business attempting to steal a vehicle. Moments later, officers observed Howley back a white 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer with Oregon license plate, EMYL0U, through one of the closed bay doors and then sped off. Coos Bay Officers initiated a pursuit with the vehicle but, later discontinued the pursuit, due to public safety concerns. The vehicle was last seen traveling north on Highway 101 near the Hauser truck scales. Coos Bay Officers were assisted by Officers from the North Bend Police Department. Any individuals who may have additional information pertaining to this investigation are encouraged to call the Coos Bay Police Department at 541-269-8911 or Coos Stop Crime at 541-267-6666.
