The Oregon State Police, in coordination with local, state, and federal partners, served multiple search warrants Thursday morning, May 15th, at the West Coast Game Park Safari near Bandon.
After a lengthy criminal investigation into the facility’s operations, investigators searched the property for additional evidence related to the investigation, including animal care and welfare, permitting, licensing, and business practices.
Oregon State Police worked in conjunction with multiple agencies including the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Oregon Humane Society, Oregon Department of Agriculture, Coos County Sheriff’s Office, Coos County District Attorney’s Office, Oregon Department of Justice, and the IRS Criminal Investigation who are included to provide regulatory oversight or bring specialized expertise in animal care to assist investigators with evaluating evidence gathered during the property search.
The park was closed while police activity was present and limited information has been available for release during the ongoing criminal investigation.
