Potential suspects were identified in burglary case from surveillance cameras

Coos County Sheriff's Office

On March 31st, 2023, Deputy Mong from the Coos County Sheriff’s Office took a report of a burglary that occurred on Golf Course Lane, east of North Bend. During the investigation, a suspect vehicle was identified from surveillance cameras at the residence.


On April 7, 2023, at 7:10 a.m. Deputy M.R. Smith located the suspect vehicle in Coos Bay, recognizing it from the surveillance photos shared internally with law enforcement. During contact with the car, two suspects in the aforementioned burglary were identified as Jonathan L. Baron (34) and Alica M. Tate (27), both of Coos Bay.


During the investigation, it was learned that Mr. Baron had an outstanding warrant for his arrest and admitted to previously being on the property located on Golf Course Lane; however, he denied stealing any items. A large “Rock” of methamphetamine was also seized from Mr. Baron’s possession. 


Mr. Baron was arrested on the outstanding warrant for his arrest and charged with criminal trespass and unlawful possession of methamphetamine. Mr. Baron was also cited for driving while suspended. Mr. Baron was transported to the Coos County Jail, where he is currently in custody. Ms. Tate was released from the scene.


An investigation into the burglary is ongoing. The public is encouraged to contact Deputy Mong at kmong@co.coos.or.us if they have any information on this or other cases involving this suspect vehicle or the individuals mentioned above. 





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