On Wednesday September 30th, Officers from the Grants Pass Department of Public Safety responded to an audible burglary alarm at the River City BMX track just before 10:00 pm and arrived on scene within 2 minutes of the time of the call.
Officers determined that forced entry had been made into the concession stand and items from within were taken. As officers searched the general area, 18-year-old Robert Stone was located walking away from the location.
When officers made contact with Stone, they were able to determine he was involved in the burglary at the concession stand. During the investigation, it was determined that Stone had been previously convicted of a felony crime and was wearing body armor during the burglary. As officers continued to investigate the incident, they were suspicious of Stone being involved in other crimes in the southwest area of town.
Due to the recent high levels of burglary, theft and unlawful entry into motor vehicle cases in the Redwood District, Grants Pass Department of Public Safety detectives responded to assist. Through additional investigation, it was determined Stone was responsible for at least one other burglary of a residence where numerous firearms had been taken. In addition to the suspected crimes, Stone was also found to be in possession of a controlled substance. Stone was later transported and lodged at the Josephine County Jail on multiple charges, which include damage to property and theft while committing the crimes of burglary and unlawful entry into motor vehicles.
Further investigation is still being conducted on this case to determine if Stone is associated with other cases in the Redwood District. It is believed there may be additional charges to follow after more follow up is completed.
