Spokane Valley, WA –A pedestrian was hospitalized early Thursday morning after being struck by a Spokane County Sheriff’s Office volunteer driving a county-owned vehicle on East Montgomery Avenue, according to authorities.
The crash occurred around 7 a.m. on January 22, 2026, in the 9300 block of E. Montgomery Avenue, the Sheriff’s Office stated. Deputies, along with the Spokane Valley Fire Department and AMR, responded to the scene. The adult female pedestrian received medical treatment and was transported to a local hospital for additional evaluation of injuries believed to be non-life-threatening.
According to investigators, the vehicle—a Spokane County Sheriff’s volunteer unit—was traveling west on Montgomery Avenue when it struck the pedestrian, who was crossing the street at the time. The adult male driver remained at the scene, reported the incident, and cooperated fully with investigators.
Authorities said speed and impairment do not appear to be contributing factors in the collision. The Washington State Patrol is conducting an independent traffic investigation at the request of the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office.
Officials have not released the names of those involved as the investigation continues.
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