A pedestrian lost their life after being struck by a minivan in Tigard this past Saturday evening, according to local authorities. The collision occurred near 10800 SW Gaarde Street at approximately 7:15 p.m., as reported by KOIN. The minivan was traveling west on Gaarde Street when it collided with the pedestrian.
The identity of the pedestrian has not been disclosed, as officials are in the process of notifying the person's next of kin. Despite the arrival and efforts of emergency responders, the individual was pronounced dead at the crash site. The driver of the minivan remained on the scene and is reported to have cooperated with the investigation. Authorities mentioned that there was no immediate evidence of either speeding or impairment on the part of the driver; this detail was shared by KGW.
The incident prompted the closure of Southwest Gaarde Street for several hours, causing significant traffic disruptions in the vicinity of Hwy 99W. The thoroughfare was subsequently reopened around 10:30 p.m. that night. The Washington County Crash Analysis Reconstruction Team was brought in to meticulously assess the scene, as part of the investigation into the tragic event, as was also noted by KATU.
While the investigation continues, the authorities have not yet released additional information regarding the circumstances of the collision. The community awaits further details as the Crash Analysis Reconstruction Team concludes its findings, and the police work towards a comprehensive understanding of the incident that led to the unfortunate loss of life on SW Gaarde Street in Tigard.
