Prineville police on Sunday arrested a 20-year old man in connection with two recent burglaries at the Shred Shed, a board shop in downtown Prineville.

Michael Shawn Koontz - CCJ photo

According to a news release issued by Chief Eric Bush, Michael Shawn Koontz was taken into custody and lodged in the Crook County Jail with bail set at $35,000.  Koontz is charged with two counts each of second-degree burglary, first-degree theft, first-degree criminal mischief, and possession of stolen property.

“Working on tips, officers were able to locate and interview Koontz,” Bush said.