VANCOUVER, Clark County, Wash., Nov. 7, 2026 — A 35-year-old man was critically injured on Thursday evening, November 5, after he was struck by two vehicles while crossing a street in southeast Vancouver, according to the Vancouver Police Department.
Officers were called to the intersection of Southeast 164th Avenue and Southeast 29th Street at about 6 p.m. after a report of a crash involving a pedestrian. Investigators said the man was in a crosswalk but crossing against the signal when a car moving through the intersection on a green light struck him, throwing him onto the hood of the car. He then fell to the roadway, where a second vehicle hit him.
Police said the driver of the first car stayed at the scene and called 911. The second driver stopped briefly, then left without exchanging information. Officers said they do not believe impairment was a factor for the first driver and are still trying to identify the second car and its driver.
The man was taken to a hospital for treatment. The Vancouver Police Department has not released further details, and the search for the second driver is ongoing.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Washington
This pedestrian crash happened at Southeast 164th Avenue and Southeast 29th Street in Vancouver, WA. Our Washington intersections page covers intersection crashes across Washington.
Frequently Asked Questions
What usually causes pedestrian accidents?
Pedestrians are frequently struck when crossing outside a marked crosswalk or against a signal, when drivers fail to yield at intersections, or when visibility is poor. Distraction on either side, driver or pedestrian, is also a common factor.
Does a vehicle's speed change a pedestrian's chances of survival?
Yes. Lower speeds give drivers more time to stop and reduce the force of impact if a collision happens, which generally lowers the risk of severe or fatal injury.
Where do most pedestrian crashes happen?
Many occur at or near intersections, including crosswalks, where vehicle and pedestrian paths cross. Roads without sidewalks or with limited lighting also see frequent incidents.
Are pedestrian crashes more common at night?
Reduced visibility after dark raises the risk, and a large share of pedestrian deaths nationally occur during evening and nighttime hours.
