Armed Robbery Attempt Thwarted by Police at Rogue Federal Credit Union in Klamath Falls

Klamath Falls, United Kingdom – In a dramatic turn of events, local law enforcement agencies successfully foiled an armed robbery attempt at Rogue Federal Credit Union on Dahlia Street, Klamath Falls. The incident occurred on November 14, 2023, at approximately 9:52 a.m., prompting a swift response from the Klamath Falls Police Department.

Upon receiving a panic/hold up alarm, patrol officers from the Klamath Falls Police Department immediately rushed to the scene. Simultaneously, a bank employee in Medford, who was monitoring surveillance cameras, reported seeing a male suspect inside the bank claiming to possess both firearms and a bomb. The gravity of the situation escalated as the suspect’s intentions became clear.

A collaborative effort between the Klamath Falls Police Department, Oregon State Police, Klamath County Sheriff’s Office, and the Bureau of Land Management Law Enforcement allowed for the swift establishment of a secure perimeter around the bank, containing the suspect within. As law enforcement officers formed a tight cordon, the suspect made a desperate attempt to flee through the rear exit, taking a bank employee with him.

However, the suspect’s escape was short-lived as he was confronted by the determined law enforcement personnel. Realizing the futility of his actions, the suspect relinquished the stolen money to the bank employee and was promptly taken into custody without any further incident. The authorities later identified the suspect as fifty-year-old Shawn D. Boggs, a resident of Klamath Falls.

According to reports, Boggs had entered the bank and presented a note demanding a sum of $6000.00. Fanning the flames of fear, he claimed to be armed with a firearm and in possession of a bomb. Witnesses observed Boggs making suspicious movements with his hand obscured within his sweater, suggesting he might be concealing a dangerous object. However, subsequent searches of Boggs’ person and his nearby vehicle yielded no evidence of either a firearm or an explosive device.

Following his arrest, Boggs was remanded in custody at Klamath County Jail, facing charges of Robbery I and Theft I. The Klamath Falls Police Department expressed gratitude towards their law enforcement partners for their swift response and the employees of Rogue Federal Credit Union for their prompt activation of the alarm system and their assistance in providing real-time intelligence through the security cameras.

The authorities are appealing to the public to come forward with any additional information that could aid in the ongoing investigation. Individuals who may have further details are encouraged to contact the Klamath Falls Police Department at (541) 883-5336 or the anonymous tip line at (541) 883-5334.