Traffic Stop In Depoe Bay Leads To Drug And Firearm Seizure (Photo)
- 08/22/25
On August 19, 2025, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office deputies stopped a vehicle for expired registration when the driver, later identified as Randy Dean Manns, 56, of Alsea, attempted to evade them by pulling into a private parking space and exiting the vehicle. Manns was cited and his vehicle impounded.
During an inventory search, deputies discovered drug paraphernalia. Manns, who is on probation, was detained and a detainer was issued by his parole officer.
Following a search warrant, deputies found a loaded handgun, several ounces of methamphetamine, suspected additional illicit substances, and evidence of drug manufacturing and distribution.
Manns was lodged at the Lincoln County Jail and faces additional charges including Unlawful Possession and Manufacture of Methamphetamine (Commercial Drug Offense), and Felon in Possession of a Firearm.
Traffic Stop In Depoe Bay Leads To Drug And Firearm Seizure (Photo)
- 08/22/25
On August 19, 2025, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office deputies stopped a vehicle for expired registration when the driver, later identified as Randy Dean Manns, 56, of Alsea, attempted to evade them by pulling into a private parking space and exiting the vehicle. Manns was cited and his vehicle impounded.
During an inventory search, deputies discovered drug paraphernalia. Manns, who is on probation, was detained and a detainer was issued by his parole officer.
Following a search warrant, deputies found a loaded handgun, several ounces of methamphetamine, suspected additional illicit substances, and evidence of drug manufacturing and distribution.
Manns was lodged at the Lincoln County Jail and faces additional charges including Unlawful Possession and Manufacture of Methamphetamine (Commercial Drug Offense), and Felon in Possession of a Firearm.
