Phoenix, OR (June 26, 2026) – An 81-year-old woman died after she was struck by a truck in a business parking lot along South Pacific Highway on Wednesday evening.
Officers were called to the 4400 block of South Pacific Highway around 7:04 p.m. The woman was found after the truck hit her, and people nearby, along with emergency units, attempted to provide aid before she was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the 2019 Toyota Tundra was identified as a 62-year-old Medford man. He remained at the site and cooperated with investigators. The woman’s name has not been released. The fatal accident remains under investigation, with a specialized traffic team assisting in reviewing the circumstances.
Our deepest sympathies go out to the family and friends of the woman who lost her life.
How Parking Lot Pedestrian Accidents Are Typically Reviewed
Pedestrian accidents in parking lots can involve unique factors, as vehicles and pedestrians usually share the same space. Investigators may review vehicle movement, visibility, lighting, traffic patterns, and witness accounts to determine how the situation unfolded.
Drivers in parking areas are generally expected to drive more slowly and watch carefully for people walking nearby. Pedestrians may also face risks from vehicles backing out, turning through lanes, or entering and leaving parking spaces. Reviewing these details can help provide a clearer picture of what happened and identify factors that may have contributed to the accident.
