Josephine County, Ore. 3 June 24- On Monday, June 3, 2024, at 7:08 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single-vehicle crash on Hwy 199, near milepost 16, in Josephine County.

The preliminary investigation indicated a northbound Dodge Ram 1500, operated by Brandon Richard Cain (28) of Grants Pass, failed to negotiate a curve, left the roadway, and struck a tree on the southbound shoulder.

The operator of the Dodge (Cain) was declared deceased at the scene.

The highway was not impacted during the on-scene investigation. Speed is considered the primary factor in the crash.

OSP was assisted by Rural Metro Fire, Illinois Valley Fire, and ODOT.