REDMOND, WA, - A woman died Friday evening after being struck by a large van while she was crossing the street. The incident happened just before 5 p.m. in the 2600 block of 152nd Ave NE.
The victim was in the marked crosswalk when she was hit by the van as it was making a left turn from a driveway onto southbound 152nd Ave NE. Bystanders performed CPR and Aid arrived quickly but the woman died at the scene.
The driver of the van, a 35-year-old man, was cooperative with police and showed no signs of impairment. Investigators believe inclement weather and low visibility were likely a major factor in the collision. The incident is not being treated as a criminal investigation.
The victim appeared to be in her 60s or 70s and the Medical Examiner is working to identify her and notify her family.
For media inquiries contact Andrea Wolf-Buck, Public Information Coordinator, at 425-440-1316 or awolf-buck@redmond.gov.
Redmond Police Case # 18-007133
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