Coos Bay, OR – A Coos Bay man was arrested Friday evening after a traffic stop along Highway 101 allegedly revealed he was driving while suspended and using a cellphone behind the wheel.
According to the Coos County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred around 6:55 p.m. Friday near Delmar Lane. A deputy was reportedly traveling southbound when they allegedly observed a northbound driver holding a cellphone to his ear as the vehicles passed each other.
Authorities said the deputy turned around and initiated a traffic stop. The driver was identified as Cody A. Simones, 38, of Coos Bay. During the stop, Simones allegedly acknowledged he had been using his cellphone while driving.
Further investigation reportedly showed that Simones’ driving privileges in Oregon were suspended at the felony level. Deputies confirmed the status through North Coos Dispatch before taking action.
Simones was subsequently arrested and transported to the Coos County Jail, where he was booked on a charge of felony driving while suspended. Officials emphasized that the charge is an allegation and that Simones is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.
The arrest highlights ongoing enforcement efforts targeting distracted driving and compliance with license suspensions, both of which remain key public safety concerns on Oregon roadways.
Motorists are reminded to avoid cellphone use while driving and to ensure their driving status is valid before operating a vehicle to prevent similar incidents.
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