Thanks to the 9-1-1 Dispatchers

CCSO release - During National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, we recognize and express our thanks to the dedicated 911 dispatchers who serve as the vital link between the public and emergency services. We greatly appreciate your hard work, professionalism, composure, and commitment to public safety. North Coos Dispatch Center thank you for being the calm in the chaos.

DUII, Barview

CCSO release - Date/Time: April 12th, 2026, at around 3:20 PM; Case #: S202600562; Classification: DUII; Location: S Barview Rd, Coos Bay, OR; Suspect(s): Crystal Jean Walter (24); Summary: On April 12th, 2026, at around 3:20 PM, the Coos County Sheriff’s Office investigated a hit-and-run traffic crash which occurred on Libby Lane, involving an off-duty police officer and his family. Deputies located the suspect vehicle on S. Barview Lane, and identified damage to both vehicles. The driver of the suspect vehicle, Crystal J. Walter, showed signs that indicated possible impairment, and after further investigation, Crystal J. Walter was arrested for the crime of Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants. Further charges of Failure to Perform the Duties of a Driver and Reckless Endangering will be forwarded to the district attorney’s office for review. No injuries were reported, and the off-duty police officer and his family are okay. Crystal Walter was issued a criminal citation to appear in court.