A reported fight between two transients in the Empire District of Coos Bay Thursday evening, Feb. 6, led to a manhunt complete with K9 units and police officers from four law enforcement agencies. According to reports, the fight was reported in a wooded area at the north end of Morrison St. A victim was discovered with an apparent stab wound. That person was transported to Bay Area Hospital in Coos Bay. The suspect was described as “armed & dangerous.” CBPD release – On Thursday, February 6, 2020, at about 4:08 PM Coos Bay Police and Oregon State Police responded to the area of Morrison Street just north of Newmark Avenue for a reported dispute. When Officer’s arrived, they located a 49-year-old male reporting he was stabbed by another male. Officer’s from the Coos Bay Police Department, North Bend Police Department, Coos County Sheriff’s Office, and Oregon State Police quickly contained the area and began attempted to locate the suspect with the assistance of Coos County Sheriff’s Sergeant Slater and his canine partner Odin. The suspect was not immediately located, but several pieces of evidence were located. The investigation is continuing. Coos Bay Officers believe they know the identity of the suspect(s) and are actively attempting to locate those involved. At this time, it is not believed that the suspect(s) in this case pose a risk to public safety. More information will be made available to the public regarding this case in the coming days.
