Michigan Woman Arrested Twice for DUII in Less Than Eight Hours in Bend

A 34-year-old Michigan woman was arrested twice for driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII) in less than eight hours after a Deschutes County sheriff’s deputy encountered her driving erratically and later found her driving again while impaired, authorities said.

Danielle Cox was first stopped at approximately 6:20 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, after a deputy observed her minivan cross the double-yellow centerline and drive onto the shoulder several times on Deschutes Market Road near Pioneer Loop Drive.

After contacting Cox, the deputy developed probable cause to arrest her for DUII and reckless driving. A search warrant was obtained for a blood draw, which showed her blood alcohol concentration was above the legal limit.

Cox was arrested and booked into the Deschutes County Adult Jail. She qualified for release to a responsible party and was released to an acquaintance at approximately 10:30 p.m.

During the initial incident, the deputy also discovered a dog inside the minivan. The dog was transported to the Humane Society of Central Oregon.

At 11:47 p.m., Deschutes County 911 received several calls from Cox seeking to retrieve her dog. The same deputy went to the Humane Society to help facilitate the dog’s return.

Several minutes later, Cox arrived in the parking lot driving the same minivan involved in the earlier traffic stop. The deputy determined she was still impaired.

Shortly after 1 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, Cox was arrested a second time for DUII and booked into the Deschutes County Adult Jail.

According to the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, Cox no longer qualified for release because the second arrest involved a DUII charge within 12 months of her previous DUII. She will remain in custody pending her court arraignment.

Arrest Occurs During Focused DUII Enforcement

The arrests occurred during a weeklong DUII enforcement effort involving the Bend Police Department and the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office from Oct. 20 through Oct. 27.

The operation honors Bend native and La Mesa, California, police Officer Lauren Craven, a Summit High School graduate who was killed in the line of duty on Oct. 20, 2025. Craven was struck by an impaired driver while assisting at a crash scene.

The agencies said the enforcement effort is intended to honor Craven’s service and sacrifice by focusing on removing impaired drivers from local roads.

Both agencies urged motorists not to drive after consuming alcohol or other intoxicating substances. They recommend arranging a safe ride in advance by using a rideshare service, taxi, public transportation or a sober friend.

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