Lincoln County deputies responded Thursday morning to a reported robbery at the Columbia Bank branch in Depoe Bay, and by later in the day, two adult men had been located and detained in the Newport area, according to officials. The Lincoln County Major Crime Team is now running the investigation, which remains active, and authorities have not yet released information about possible charges, injuries or what was taken.
What authorities say
In a media release shared via the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, deputies said they responded to a robbery at the Columbia Bank branch in Depoe Bay, with the Oregon State Police and the Newport Police Department assisting at the scene. The release notes that initial calls came in at about 11:48 a.m., that two adult males were later located and detained in the Newport area, and that the Lincoln County Major Crime Team is leading the investigation.
Where it happened
The branch identified in the release is Columbia Bank's Depoe Bay office along Highway 101. Columbia Bank lists the Depoe Bay location in its online branch directory.
Investigation and next steps
The media release from the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office states that "more details will be released once they become available," and deputies have not provided additional specifics about the suspects or whether any charges have been filed. Investigators are reviewing video and other evidence as part of the Major Crime Team inquiry and say they will release updates as the probe continues.
How the public can help
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office tip line or non-emergency dispatch; if this is an emergency, call 911. Lincoln County provides a citizen tip sheet that lists the tip line and instructions for submitting information.
This story will be updated as authorities release more details. Local officials say the investigation remains active and that the community will be notified if there are any public-safety concerns.
