***Media Release***
Case #: S2026-00585

Coos Bay, Ore. - On Friday, April 17, 2026, at 6:55 p.m. a Coos County Deputy was driving southbound on State Highway 101 near Delmar Lane, in Coos County, Oregon. The Deputy observed the driver of a northbound vehicle holding a cellphone by his ear as they passed by each other.

The Deputy turned around and initiated a traffic stop. The driver of the vehicle was identified as Cody A. Simones (38); Mr. Simones acknowledged he had been using his cell phone while driving and North Coos Dispatch advised Mr. Simones driving privileges in Oregon were suspended with a Felony status.

Mr. Simones was placed under arrest and transported to the Coos County Jail, on the charge of DWS Felony.

“Police action is not indicative of guilt. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.”

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