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Eugene Man Arrested After Holding Rifle-Shaped Bong, Allegedly Threatening Violence

by Tonya McPhearson
May 5, 2025
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Eugene Man Arrested After Holding Rifle-Shaped Bong, Allegedly Threatening Violence
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EUGENE, Ore. — A 47-year-old Eugene man was arrested on Friday afternoon after a tense standoff with police, following reports of him brandishing a rifle and threatening to kill people in a grocery store parking lot.

The incident occurred at approximately 12:21 p.m. on May 2, when Eugene Police Department officers responded to a call reporting a man holding what appeared to be a rifle while shouting threats of violence. Officers arrived at the scene on Royal Avenue, where they encountered the suspect, later identified as Jacob Don Daniels.

According to the police report, Daniels was walking down Royal Avenue with an object resembling a rifle. Police attempted to de-escalate the situation by ordering him to put the object down. Daniels complied, sitting on the curb for a brief moment, but refused to move away from the object.

At this point, police said Daniels stood up and began moving toward the item. Fearing for the safety of those around him, officers deployed 40mm less-lethal ordnance to subdue Daniels, a measure typically used to prevent further escalation without causing fatal harm.

Daniels was safely arrested and charged with disorderly conduct. Authorities later revealed that the item he had been holding was not a rifle but a bong in the shape of a semi-automatic firearm. Despite the harmless nature of the object, the situation prompted a brief lockdown of the area, with nearby residents instructed to shelter in place as a precaution.

During the encounter, Daniels reportedly made statements indicating he wanted to be shot by police, suggesting a potential mental health crisis. The circumstances surrounding his actions are under investigation, with local authorities working to determine whether Daniels’ behavior warrants further mental health evaluation.

While the situation ultimately ended without any injuries, the incident underscores the potential dangers of miscommunication and misunderstandings in high-stress, public settings. The police response to Daniels’ threats highlights the challenges law enforcement faces when confronted with ambiguous situations involving potential weapons.

The arrest also raises broader questions about public safety and the mental health of individuals in distress, particularly those whose actions may pose a risk to themselves or others. As investigations continue, authorities will likely evaluate the role of mental health support in preventing similar incidents in the future.

Daniels remains in custody, awaiting further legal proceedings.

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