ALLYN, Mason County, Wash., Nov. 2, 2026 — A 15 year old pedestrian was injured on Friday, October 30, when a vehicle struck him on southbound SR 3 near milepost 24 in Allyn, according to the Washington State Patrol.
The pedestrian, identified by the Washington State Patrol as Austin Arnold of Shelton, was reportedly on the right shoulder of southbound SR 3 when a southbound vehicle struck him in the roadway's single travel lane. Both the vehicle and the teen came to rest at the scene near milepost 24.
Arnold was taken to St. Michael's Hospital with injuries. The driver, identified as 43 year old Shane Hamre of Belfair, was not hurt. His vehicle was driven away from the scene and reportedly sustained no damage that needed to be reported.
The incident remains under investigation. We wish the injured pedestrian a speedy recovery.
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How does a vehicle's speed affect a pedestrian's chance of survival?
Higher speeds give drivers less time to stop and increase the force of impact, which raises the risk of serious injury or death. Even modest reductions in speed can improve a pedestrian's odds significantly.
Where do most pedestrian collisions happen?
Many occur on roadways without sidewalks or marked crossings, including shoulders of highways, where pedestrians and vehicles share space with little separation.
Are pedestrian crashes more common after dark?
Low light conditions make it harder for drivers to see people walking or standing near the road, and a large share of pedestrian collisions happen at night or during periods of reduced visibility.
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Seek medical attention right away, even if injuries seem minor, and report the incident to law enforcement so an official record is created.
