Aloha, OR – Deputies are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred Monday night in Aloha, leaving a 41-year-old Portland man dead and prompting a call for witnesses who may have critical information.
According to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to multiple 911 calls at approximately 8:41 p.m. Monday after reports of a traffic crash involving a pedestrian near the intersection of Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway and Southwest 198th Avenue. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities identified the victim as John McKinney, 41, of Portland. Investigators said McKinney was crossing Tualatin Valley Highway when he was struck by a passing vehicle. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators.
The Washington County Crash Analysis Reconstruction Team (CART) responded to assist with the investigation. Deputies said impairment is not believed to be a factor, and no arrests have been made as of Tuesday.
Investigators are now asking for additional witnesses to come forward, specifically the driver and passenger of a silver Audi sedan with a partial license plate number of 091. Authorities said the vehicle briefly stopped at the scene before leaving and may have information relevant to the investigation.
McKinney’s family has been notified of his death and is requesting privacy during this time.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information is urged to contact Washington County non-emergency dispatch at 503-629-0111, referencing case number 50-25-17937.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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