Junction City, OR – A pedestrian was killed Saturday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle on Oaklea Drive in Junction City, according to the Lane County Sheriff’s Office. The crash occurred around 1:30 p.m. on November 2 near Kinney Lane.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, deputies, Junction City Police, and fire crews responded to reports of a pedestrian hit by a vehicle. Emergency personnel attempted life-saving measures, but the victim died at the scene. The person’s identity is being withheld until family members are notified.
The Lane County Sheriff’s Crash Reconstruction Team responded to investigate. Officials said the driver involved remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. No criminal charges have been filed at this time, though the investigation remains ongoing.
The Sheriff’s Office thanked the Lane County District Attorney’s Office, Junction City Police Department, and Junction City Fire Department for their assistance.
Residents in the area of Oaklea Drive may see continued police activity as the crash investigation continues.
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