Man Arrested After Gas Station Burglary and Molotov Cocktail Attack in Bend

On the night of October 2, 2023, a burglary occurred at a gas station located at 1600 NE 3rd Street in Bend, Oregon. The suspect, later identified as a local man, gained entry by breaking a window and stealing a cash register containing approximately $2,000. The suspect also took a bottle of liquor and a pack of cigarettes.

During the incident, the suspect threw a Molotov cocktail at the responding deputies, leading to a tense standoff. The suspect then fought with a K-9 unit and set himself on fire in an apparent attempt to escape. The suspect was eventually subdued and arrested. The suspect suffered severe burns and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. No deputies or civilians were injured during the incident.

The Bend Police Department has released a video of the incident and is appealing to the public for any additional information that could aid in the investigation. The suspect's identity has not been officially released, but he is known to local law enforcement. The investigation is ongoing, and further details will be provided as they become available.