Teen injured by BB gun shot in Bandon; Neighbor arrested for assault

On July 22, 2024, at approximately 6:45 PM, Coos County Dispatch received a 911 call reporting an injury to a teenage minor at a residence on Beach Loop Road in Bandon. The injury was caused by a BB gun shot. Deputy Z. Smith responded to Southern Coos Hospital to speak with the victim.

Upon investigation, Deputy Smith discovered that the victim had been clearing brush in her backyard to uncover an old fort when she suddenly experienced severe shoulder pain. Her mother, who heard a “pop” sound from inside the house, found her daughter bleeding heavily.

Their neighbor, Chase Tolliver, 41, was observed standing outside, angrily staring at the victim and her mother. The victim was transported to the hospital, where medical staff determined that removing the BB posed significant risks.

Deputy Smith contacted Mr. Tolliver and completed the investigation, concluding that Mr. Tolliver had shot the victim with a BB gun, causing serious injury. Mr. Tolliver was arrested for Assault in the Second Degree and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.

Mr. Tolliver was then transported to the Coos County Jail, where he was booked, processed, and lodged.

“Police action is not indicative of guilt. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.”