Oregon State Police (OSP) is continuing the investigation into Sunday afternoon’s fatal crash on Highway 30 near Astoria.
On April 22, 2018, at 1:48 PM, OSP troopers and first responders were dispatched to a two vehicle crash on Highway 30 near milepost 94.
Preliminary investigation revealed a maroon Chevrolet Tahoe, driven by Lori COURTWRIGHT, age 43, from Warrenton, was eastbound when for an unknown reason crossed the double yellow centerline into the path of a westbound white Toyota Prius, driven by Douglas MORGAN, age 54, from Astoria. The two vehicles collided nearly head-on.
MORGAN died on scene as a result of the collision and COURTWRIGHT was taken to an air ambulance in Astoria and flown to a Portland area hospital with serious injuries.
Highway 30 was closed for approximately three (3) hours for the investigation. The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) provided traffic control and detour information to motorists.
OSP was assisted on scene by John Day/Knappa Volunteer Fire Department, Clatsop County Sheriff’s Office, Astoria Police Department and ODOT.
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