The deceased victims from yesterday's incident at Sandy Swimming Hole are identified as Rudolf Hohstadt age 61 & Regina Hohstadt age 62. The Hohstadt's were from Germany and arrived in the U.S. a few days ago to visit family who live in the metro area.
The suspect is David E Croswell age 71. Croswell resident of Washougal WA.
Allen Cook
Commander
Washougal Police Dept.
The man and woman killed this afternoon were both German nationals visiting the local area. Thier names will be released tomorrow morning pending notification of next of kin.
A suspect was arrested on two counts of vehicle Homicide, he is in his early 70’s and a resident of Washougal. Additional charges is likely. It is not believed the suspect knew the victims or had contact with them prior to the incident.
Additional information to include the names of the victims and suspect will be released tomorrow mid morning.
No additional information is expected tonight.
Our hearts go out for the victims and their family
Allen Cook
Commander
A person of interest for the hit and run at Sandy Swimming Hole Park was located by police and is currently being question. His identity is not being released at this time. We do not believe there are any additional individuals involved with the tragic incident at the park.
Allen Cook
Commander
The suspect vehicle has been located by police. Further updates will be sent out as they become available.
The Washougal Police Department was just informed that both victims are now deceased. One victim died on arrival to the hospital and the second victim died approximately 20 minutes later. Suspect and suspect vehicle have not been located.
Allen Cook
Commander
Washougal Police Department.