Richland Man Arrested for Rape of Child

Arrested: Callahan, Alexander B. 24 yoa, Richland resident


On 3/24/14, Richland Police investigated an allegation regarding the sexual assault of child. The investigation revealed that Alexander Callahan is believed to have had sexual contact with a child known to him, on multiple occasions and over an extended period of time. 

Callahan was arrested on 3/25/14 without incident and booked into the Benton County Jail on a felony investigation hold for Rape of a Child 1st Degree. Richland Detectives are continuing with the investigation. There is no additional information available at this time. 

Questions regarding this case can be directed to Captain Mike Cobb, 942-7362.

DEA Drug Take Back April 26th from 10 AM to 2 PM

Richland PD will again be participating in the bi-annual DEA Drug Take Back Program.  The Spring event is scheduled for April 26th from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Richland Police Station located at 871 Geo WA Way.  All prescription and over the counter medications are accepted.  We will not accept needles of any kind, or liquids that are not in the original container and closed or sealed.  If you have any questions about the event contact Ofc. Richard Kane at 509-942-7636.  For more information on the DEA Drug Diversion Program visit: http://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/drug_disposal/takeback/

Home Invasion Robbery------ Richland Police #14-04534

On  3-11-14 at 1945 hours, a masked male unlawfully entered a residence in Richland in the 2400 block of Duportail street, displayed a handgun, and robbed the occupants of their Cash and Electronics. Accompanied by others, the robber fled by vehicle into Kennewick.

Several eye witnesses gave Officers descriptions and leads to follow.

On 3-13-14, Richland Detectives arrested Brandon Robert Eisen a 24 YOA male from Kennewick for First degree Robbery.

Currently wanted for questioning, Richland Police are looking for Cameron Anthony Schuoler, 25 YOA, Male, Black, 6'02" 205 lbs. Black hair and brown eyes.

Also wanted is a Maroon colored 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara Wa. license plate 346YVD

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Mr. Schuoler should contact police dispatch 509-628-0083.

Sgt. Kevin Berger
509-528-0429

Armed Subject Arrested in Richland

Arrested:  Ozuna, Robert L.; 26 year of age male, Outlook, WA resident

Charges:  Four counts of Assault 2, Possession of a Stolen Firearm, Felon in Possession of a Firearm

Synopsis:

On 3-10-2014, at about 5:50 AM Richland officers responded to a call of a man with a gun in the area of the 1300 block of Williams Blvd.  According to the reporting party a subject, later identified as Robert Ozuna, was visiting friends.  An argument ensued and Ozuna pulled out a revolver and pointed it at several people.  He also threatened to shoot some of the subjects in the home. 

Residents were able to talk Ozuna into leaving the house and called 911.  Responding officers, assisted by a BCSO K-9 unit could not locate Ozuna.

At about 7:30 AM a neighbor several houses down from the original call contacted 911 and reported that a subject fitting Ozuna’s description was hiding in the back yard.  Officers went to the location and found Ozuna hiding in the yard.  A loaded, .38 caliber revolver was found near him.  The revolver was reported to be stolen out of Soap Lake, WA.  Ozuna is a convicted felon and a gang member.

Ozuna was taken into custody without further incident.  After consultation with the Benton County Prosecutor’s office he was booked into the Benton County jail on the above charges.

For additional information, contact Cpt. Mike Cobb, 942-7362.

Residential Burglaries Increase

Since February 2, 2014 Richland has had 11 residential burglaries where a door has been left open or was unlocked at the time the crime occurred. Several happened during daylight hours.  Items taken from the residences include electronics (flat screen TV's, phones, stereos, tablet computers), cameras, jewelry and assorted other items.

In central Richland a number of vehicles have been prowled and items removed.  Over 80% of the vehicles were unlocked at the time they were entered.

Residents are asked to keep their vehicles and homes locked when they are unattended.  Call 911 if any suspicious people are seen trying doors or approaching houses in unusual ways.

For more information contact Cpt. Mike Cobb, 942-7362.