OAK GROVE, Clackamas County, Ore., Nov. 2, 2026 — A 75-year-old woman died after a vehicle struck her while she was crossing Highway 99E on Thursday morning, October 29, according to Oregon State Police. The crash happened near milepost 7.5 and Holly Avenue.
Troopers said the pedestrian was crossing the highway around 8:42 a.m. when a northbound white Kia Soul hit her. Oregon State Police identified her as Janice Mae Gilliland, 75. Gilliland was taken to a local hospital, where she later died of her injuries.
The Kia's driver, identified as 76-year-old Linda Jean Braskett of Portland, was not hurt. She stayed at the scene and cooperated with investigators, who later cited her for failing to stop and remain stopped for a pedestrian.
Highway 99E was affected for about an hour while the crash was investigated. Oregon State Police were assisted by several local agencies and the Oregon Department of Transportation.
Our sympathies are with the family of the person who lost their life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should a pedestrian do after being hit by a car?
Call 911 immediately, avoid moving if injured, and try to get the names and contact details of the driver and any witnesses once it's safe to do so. Seek medical evaluation even if injuries seem minor.
Who has the right of way at a crosswalk?
In Oregon, pedestrians generally have the right of way at marked and unmarked crosswalks once they've entered the roadway, but drivers and walkers both share responsibility for watching traffic before crossing.
How can drivers reduce the risk of hitting a pedestrian?
Slowing down near intersections, scanning both sides of the road before proceeding, and staying off phones while driving all help drivers spot people crossing in time to stop.
What injuries are most common in pedestrian accidents?
Pedestrians struck by vehicles frequently suffer broken bones, head injuries, and internal injuries, since they have little protection against impact.
