JACKSON COUNTY, OR - On Thursday, October 17, 2024, at 2:58 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Hwy 140, near milepost 31, in Jackson County.
The preliminary investigation indicated an eastbound Chevrolet Colorado, operated by Fabiola Salcedo (42) of Dorris (CA), lost control and spun into the westbound lane where it was struck by a westbound Subaru Forester, operated by Danny Ray Ebert (74) of La Pine, on the passenger side.
The operator of the Chevrolet (Salcedo) was declared deceased at the scene.
The operator of the Subaru ( D. Ebert) and passenger, Phyllis Ann Ebert (77) of La Pine, both suffered minor to serious injuries and were transported to an area hospital.
The highway was impacted for approximately 2.5 hours during the on-scene investigation. The cause of the crash is believed to be related to roadway conditions and speed.
OSP was assisted by Jackson County Fire District 3, Lakecreek Fire Department, and ODOT.
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