***Media Release*** Case #: S2026-00289 Coos Bay Ore - On February 25, 2026, at approximately 7:23 a.m. Deputy H. Francis conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle on Windy Lane, near Cape Arago Hwy, after she observed several traffic violations, and the vehicle driving extremely recklessly. As a result of the traffic stop and subsequent investigation, Donald B. Pitassi (46) of Coos Bay was arrested on the charges of Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants, Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine, and Reckless Driving. A small amount of methamphetamine, a methamphetamine pipe, packaging materials, and an open bottle of alcohol were also seized from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed from the location, and Mr. Pitassi was transported to the Coos County Jail. “Police action is not indicative of guilt. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.”Photos from Coos County Sheriff's Office's post