K9 Nato Assists Newport in Capturing Burglary Suspect
Lincoln City Police Department In the early morning of Wednesday, July 30, 2025, the Newport Police Department requested assistance with a burglary suspect in the area of NE 3rd St. and NE Avery St. LCPD Officers, including K9 Officer Nato, responded to assist. In collaboration with the Newport Police Department and their UAS system, K9 Nato was able to locate the suspect hiding in the bushes next to a business. The suspect, 33-year-old Newport resident Stevie Cloutier, was arrested by the Newport Police Department. He was charged with Burglary in the Second Degree, three counts of Theft in the Third Degree, Escape in the Third Degree, and Possession of Methamphetamine (a Drug Enforcement Misdemeanor). This is the second incident this week where LCPD K9 Officers assisted our local law enforcement partner agencies. We are proud to work with such high-quality officers, and we will continue to provide K9 assistance as needed throughout the county.