Media Release
January 10, 2026
Reckless Driver Arrested Following Pursuit

On January 10, 2026, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office received information regarding a vehicle being operated recklessly through an active construction zone near Milepost 106 on Highway 101, nearly hitting workers and running over traffic cones.

At approximately 8:37am, a deputy located the vehicle entering Newport city limits at a high rate of speed, traveling in the oncoming lane. Deputies attempted to stop the vehicle, but the driver failed to yield. Assisted by the Newport Police Department and the Oregon State Police, deputies pursued the vehicle south bound through Newport and the community of Seal Rock. The driver, later identified as Jonathan Grimm, continuously operated the vehicle at speeds between 90 and 110 MPH.

Grimm turned off the highway near NW Fox Creek and continued to attempt to elude police until arriving at a residence. Grimm fled on foot and was quickly apprehended without further incident. Lincoln City Police assisted in the investigation and confirmed the vehicle which endangered highway workers was the same vehicle Grimm was driving. Grimm was arrested and lodged at the Lincoln County Jail on charges of Reckless Driving, Reckless Endangering, Reckless Endangerment of Highway Workers, and Attempt to Elude.

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank all partnering agencies in this apprehension.

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