STOLEN VEHICLE RECOVERED, DUGS AND ILLEGAL WEAPON SEIZED (PHOTO)
News Release from Lincoln City Police
Posted on FlashAlert: February 13th, 2023 2:48 PM
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On February 1, 2023, Lincoln City Police Officers stopped a suspicious Toyota Tundra displaying Disabled Veterans license plates. The license plates were registered to a Chevrolet.
During the investigation, Officers were able to determine the vehicle had been stolen from a residence in Marion County several months ago.
Arrested from the vehicle was 49-year-old Benjamin Gomez, Otis, and 29-year-old Ashley Marler of Grand Ronde. Gomez was charged with Unlawful Use of a Motor Vehicle and Possession of a Stolen Vehicle. Marler was charged with Unlawful Use of a Motor Vehicle. Both suspects were lodged at the Lincoln County Jail.
On February 3, 2023, Officers executed a search warrant on the Toyota Tundra. During the search officers located fentanyl, methamphetamine, a digital scale, and a restricted weapon.
The additional drug and weapon charges were submitted to the Lincoln County DA’s Office for review and consideration.
