Union Gap, WA (July 14, 2026) – A hit-and-run on Interstate 82 seriously injured a pedestrian early on Monday, July 13, a few miles east of Union Gap. The collision was reported at approximately 3:23 a.m.
According to the Washington State Patrol, a 30-year-old Yakima man was struck by a vehicle. The driver continued eastbound without stopping after the collision.
The pedestrian was taken to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle for treatment of serious injuries. Investigators believe the vehicle may have noticeable damage, but no description of it has been released.
The search for the vehicle remains active as investigators continue working to determine the full circumstances surrounding the hit-and-run.
Our thoughts are with the injured man as he receives medical care and begins his recovery.
Why Hit-and-Run Investigations Sometimes Depend on Physical Evidence
Hit-and-run investigations frequently begin with a careful examination of the roadway and any evidence left behind after the vehicle has departed. Debris, broken vehicle parts, paint transfers, and tire marks can help narrow the type of vehicle involved.
Traffic cameras, nearby business surveillance systems, and dashboard camera recordings may also provide valuable information about the vehicle’s direction of travel or its appearance before and after the collision. Witness statements can further help establish a timeline.
When investigators believe a vehicle has sustained visible damage, repair shops and public tips may also become important sources of information. Combining physical evidence with video and witness accounts usually helps investigators identify the vehicle involved and reconstruct what happened.
