Vancouver, Washington – A woman has died after being struck by a vehicle Friday morning in northeast Vancouver, prompting an active investigation by local police. The crash occurred in a residential area, and authorities say the driver involved remained at the scene and is cooperating.
The woman was transported to a nearby hospital following the collision, where she later succumbed to her injuries. Police have not released her identity as of Friday afternoon.
Incident Overview
The fatal crash happened at approximately 9 a.m. on Friday near Northeast 162nd Avenue and Northeast Poplar Street, an area that sees regular morning traffic from commuters and nearby residents. Emergency responders arrived quickly after reports of a pedestrian being hit by a vehicle.
Despite life-saving efforts, the woman’s injuries proved fatal. Authorities have not yet confirmed whether the victim was crossing the street, walking along the roadway, or using a marked crosswalk at the time of the incident.
Timeline of Events
According to initial police information, the sequence of events unfolded quickly during the morning hours:
- Around 9 a.m., officers and medical personnel were dispatched to the reported crash location
- The female pedestrian was found seriously injured and transported to an area hospital
- She later died from her injuries at the hospital
- The driver involved remained on scene and cooperated fully with responding officers
No road closures or extended traffic disruptions were reported following the incident.
Details From Police and Officials
Vancouver Police confirmed that the Traffic Unit is leading the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. At this stage, officers have not indicated whether speed, impairment, or distraction may have played a role…