Hwy. 241 Fatal, Coos River Hwy., March 31

OSP release – On Monday, March 29, 2021 at approximately 4:00 P.M., Oregon State Police Troopers and emergency personnel responded to Hwy 241 (Coos River Hwy) near milepost 11 for signs a vehicle had left Hwy 241 and entered the river. Emergency personnel located a Chevrolet Camaro submerged in the river. Darious Oaks (72) of Coos Bay was located inside the vehicle deceased. He had been reported missing on March 26, 2021. OSP was assisted by the Bandon Fire Department Dive Team, Millington Fire Department, and ODOT.