Three suspects are in custody related to a robbery and stabbing at a Chevron Circle K store in Redmond early Saturday. Police say the 27-year-old employee who was stabbed is “doing well” and recovering from her injuries.
“Central Oregon is safer today because these individuals are off our streets. This investigation, utilizing all facets of our department and in cooperation with the victims, witnesses, and area businesses, led to the successful capture of these dangerous people,” says Redmond Police Chief Dave Tarbet.
Redmond Police spotted the suspect vehicle in the parking lot of Redmond Walmart Saturday night, but the car sped away and a pursuit began. Officers deployed Stop Sticks, which caused the vehicle’s tires to slowly deflate. The car continued south on Highway 97, leaving the city limits, before turning west onto SW Tomahawk Ave. The car became disabled in a field, allowing officers and Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Deputies, along with Oregon State Police Troopers, to detain and ultimately arrest three people. No one was injured, and no force was used.
Those arrested and charged included:
- Abraham Sandoval Ruiz; male, age 24, Central Oregon area resident.
- Robbery in the First Degree, Assault in the First Degree, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Attempt to Elude a Police Officer (Felony), Attempt to Elude a Police Officer (Misdemeanor), Menacing, Criminal Mischief in the First Degree, and Reckless Driving.
- Ruiz also had an outstanding warrant for a parole violation – original charge of robbery and weapon use.
- Brandon Petri; male, age 21, Bend area resident.
- Robbery in the First Degree, Assault in the First Degree, Theft in the Third Degree, and a Parole Violation
- Meahgan Webb; female, age 31, Madras resident.
- Robbery in the First Degree, Assault in the First Degree
The Redmond Police Department is continuing to investigate this incident. Officers and Detectives still desire to speak to any business in the area of Chevron Circle K on S Hwy 97 in Redmond who may have video of this incident or any person who may know what happened.
The Redmond Police Department appreciates the help provided by Deschutes County 911, Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, and the Oregon State Police.
