US EditionOregon zoo owner arrested after raid uncovered meth, cocaine, firearms and $1.6M
- Brian Tenney, 52, was arrested by the Bandon Police Department at 9:15 a.m. On Tuesday.
- Police discovered 44 firearms, 80 grams of methamphetamine, and about $1.6 million in cash during a search of Tenney's property.
- Over 300 animals were seized, including a dead tiger and underweight cats, and relocated to sanctuaries.
- Tammy Thies from a Minnesota sanctuary stated, 'With over 25 years of experience, our staff are professionals in relocating and transporting large predators safely and humanely.
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Oregon Safari Park Owner Arrested After Raid Uncovers Drugs, Firearms, and Over 300 Neglected Animals
In a shocking development, Brian Tenney, the 52-year-old owner of West Coast Game Park Safari near Bandon, Oregon, was arrested on May 28, 2025, following a comprehensive investigation into the facility’s operations. The arrest came after authorities discovered a cache of illegal drugs, firearms, and evidence of severe animal neglect at the park. Oregon Safari Park Owner Arrested After Raid Uncovers Drugs, Firearms, and Over 300 Neglected Animal…
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Oregon safari park owner is arrested on drug charges following police raid
Oregon police arrested a zoo owner on drug charges following a raid at the facility earlier this month. The Coos County Sheriff's Office says Brian Tenney was arrested Tuesday on charges of methamphetamine possession, manufacturing and attempted distribution. When reached…
Oregon zoo owner arrested after raid uncovered meth, guns and $1.6M
Police in Oregon have arrested a zoo owner on drug charges after a raid at the facility earlier this month resulted in the seizure of methamphetamine, cocaine, firearms and cash, as well as hundreds of animals being relocated. Brian Tenney, 52, was arrested Tuesday on charges of methamphetamine possession, manufacturing and attempted distribution, the Coos County Sheriff’s Office said. Tenney was released later Tuesday as the district attorney’s…
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