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Heard on: Lincoln County Police and Fire · 1/16/2026 11:28 AM
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Driving from Highway 20 and Benson Road eastbound.
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Unknown 1st.
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Reckless driver reported near Highway 20 and Benson Rd
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As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible reckless driver traveling eastbound on Highway 20 near Benson Road in Newport, Oregon. The driver was described as braking abruptly, swerving, and passing other vehicles near the Illinois and Lake area. The vehicle was reported to be blue.