Police Seek Suspect in Sandy Gun Part Theft
Sandy police released surveillance photos of a man accused of stealing a firearm part from a local gun shop on Sunday morning.
Updated on Nov. 10, 2026 in Property Crime

Sandy police are searching for a suspect accused of disassembling a weapon and concealing its upper assembly under his sweatshirt before walking out of Rapid Fire Arms LLC without paying. The incident occurred Sunday at approximately 11:30 a.m. at the store in the 39100 block of Proctor Boulevard.
Why it matters
The theft involves a firearm component from a licensed retailer in Sandy, a case that prompted investigators to release surveillance images to the public. Residents with information about the suspect are being asked to contact the Sandy Police Department.
The suspect is wanted on a complaint of first-degree theft, and surveillance photos have been released as Sandy Police Department case number 26-1231 remains open. No arrest has been reported as of the extraction.
The players
Sandy Police Department
The municipal law enforcement agency serving the city of Sandy, Oregon, which is investigating the theft under case number 26-1231 and has released surveillance photos of the suspect.
Rapid Fire Arms LLC
A firearms retailer located on Proctor Boulevard in Sandy, Oregon, where the alleged theft of a weapon component took place.
The details
Investigators say the suspect disassembled a weapon inside Rapid Fire Arms LLC and hid the upper assembly beneath his sweatshirt before leaving the store without paying. Police released photos from store surveillance footage as part of the effort to identify him.
Timeline
Sunday, November 8, 2026, approximately 11:30 a.m.: Theft reported at Rapid Fire Arms LLC in Sandy.
Legal Context
The charge of first-degree theft falls under Oregon's theft statutes, which govern larceny of property above threshold values. Cases involving firearm components at licensed dealers are prosecuted under the same framework as other retail theft in the state.
Sandy residents and local businesses are asked to review store security footage and contact the Sandy Police Department with any information about the suspect. The incident highlights the need for retailers handling firearm components to maintain close inventory monitoring.
The takeaway
Retailers and customers alike benefit from reporting suspicious activity promptly, since surveillance images are often what enable police to identify suspects in property crimes. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Sandy Police Department directly.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by KATU.










