Abandoned Vessel, Myrtle Trees Boat Ramp

CCSO release - Date/Time: February 11th 2026; Case #: S2026-00215; Classification: Abandoned Vessel; Location: Myrtle Trees Boat Ramp; Summary: Marine Deputy R. Baker located an abandoned boat today at the Myrtle Trees Boat Ramp which was abandoned. The vessel was upside down and tied to the dock. Deputies R. Baker and H. Francis were able to remove the vessel from the waterway and have it towed by Mast Brothers. Deputy R. Baker is attempting to locate the owner. If anyone has information pertaining to the vessel's owner, please contact Deputy R. Baker at [email protected] or 541-396-7800.

CCSO Seatbelt Campaign Report

CCSO release - Date/Time: January 26th – February 8th 2026; Classification: Seatbelt Enforcement; Location: Coos County; From January 26th through February 8th, the Coos County Sheriff’s Office participated in a county-wide seatbelt enforcement campaign. The Sheriff’s Office worked (8) total hours of enforcement and made the following enforcement actions. (4) Warnings given for speeding; (2) Citations written for Driving While Suspended; (1) Citation written for failing to wear a seat belt, along with (3) seat belt violation warnings; (2) Vehicle equipment violations – warnings; (2) Citations for Driving Uninsured; (7) Additional warnings for other traffic violations. It is encouraging to see the increased level of those wearing their seatbelts from years past. They truly do save lives.

Missing Person Update

CCSO release - Date/Time: UPDATE -FEB 12th 2026; Case #: S2026-00183; Classification: Missing Person; Location: 63721 Edwards Road, Coos Bay, OR 97420; Missing Person: Ryan Handran (45); Summary: Since the previous post, the Coos County Sheriff’s Office has received several tips from the public, which have been followed up upon by Coos County Sheriff’s Deputies.  While more video has been obtained, we have, at this point, been unsuccessful in our search for Ryan Handran.  The Coos County Sheriff’s Office is working with the family who has provided additional information regarding Ryan, and Deputies are following up on potential leads.  At this time, Ryan has been entered into the national database as a missing person.  A criminal nexus has not been made or determined by this office surrounding the circumstances of this case.  The Coos County Sheriff’s Office appreciates the assistance of the public and continues to request that if information is obtained, the Coos County Sheriff’s Office be contacted at 541-396-7800.