On 4/25/15 Richland PD Officers responded to the area of
Adair and Allenwhite Dr in Richland on a report of two males stealing solar
lights out of the yards in the area. After searching the area Officers stopped
a vehicle and contacted Damien L Bowen 12/11/70 and Justin R Wurmuth 8/28/87.
The two suspects ultimately admitted to the thefts and stolen property was
located after a search warrant was obtained from the vehicle. The suspects were booked into the Benton
County Jail for theft and DUI. Three victims were identified and their property
was returned. Several other victims have not yet been identified and various
items of stolen property are currently being stored at the Richland Police
Department and we attempt to identify the owners. Anyone living in the above
mentioned area who discovered that property had been stolen from their yards
are encouraged to contact the Richland Police and make a report so the property
can be returned.