Arrest in Lakeside
On 08/21/2024, at approximately 11:50-pm, Sgt. A. Slater responded to a reported disturbance at a residence within Lakeside. A frantic female caller had reportedly informed dispatch she had been struck with a firearm and bleeding from the ear. Dispatch advised the alleged suspect was reported to currently be in possession of two firearms, one described as an AR-15 rifle and currently discharging the rifle. The caller reported the alleged suspect was said to be, and later identified as Rodney P. Yeiter (58).
Officers from Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Oregon State Police, North Bend Police and additional units from Coos County Sheriff’s Office quickly responded to the call.
While officers were on scene, Rodney was contacted and detained for further investigation without incident. An AR-15 rifle was located underneath the reporting parties travel trailer.
After further investigation, Sgt. Slater took Rodney into custody for Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Assault II, Menacing and 2 counts of Felon in Possession of a Firearm. Rodney was transported to Coos County jail and booked.
Coos County Sheriff’s Office thanks all assisting law enforcement officers!
"Police action is not indicative of guilt. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law"
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