Clark County Sheriff's Office Traffic Homicide Unit Investigating Fatal Vehicle Vs. ATV Collision
- 07/05/26
On July 4, 2026, at approximately 11:30 p.m., Clark County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a collision involving a vehicle and an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) at the intersection of NE 76th St. and NE 137th Ave.
The preliminary investigation indicates that a 2008 Ford Escape was traveling eastbound on NE 76th St. and attempting to turn left onto northbound NE 137th Ave. At the same time, a 39-year-old man was operating a 2003 Kawasaki ATV westbound on NE 76th St. without a helmet or other protective equipment. As the Ford Escape turned left, it collided with the ATV.
The ATV rider was transported to a local hospital by AMR, where he later died from his injuries. Investigators believe alcohol impairment may have been a factor for the ATV rider. The driver of the Ford Escape remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.
The Clark County Sheriff's Office Traffic Homicide Unit is investigating the collision. The identity of the deceased and cause and manner of death can be requested through the Clark County Medical Examiner’s Office.
Clark County Sheriff's Office Traffic Homicide Unit Investigating Fatal Vehicle Vs. ATV Collision
- 07/05/26
On July 4, 2026, at approximately 11:30 p.m., Clark County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a collision involving a vehicle and an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) at the intersection of NE 76th St. and NE 137th Ave.
The preliminary investigation indicates that a 2008 Ford Escape was traveling eastbound on NE 76th St. and attempting to turn left onto northbound NE 137th Ave. At the same time, a 39-year-old man was operating a 2003 Kawasaki ATV westbound on NE 76th St. without a helmet or other protective equipment. As the Ford Escape turned left, it collided with the ATV.
The ATV rider was transported to a local hospital by AMR, where he later died from his injuries. Investigators believe alcohol impairment may have been a factor for the ATV rider. The driver of the Ford Escape remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.
The Clark County Sheriff's Office Traffic Homicide Unit is investigating the collision. The identity of the deceased and cause and manner of death can be requested through the Clark County Medical Examiner’s Office.
Edit: Highway 99 Closed Following Early-Morning Collision With Power Pole (Photo)
- 06/12/26
On June 12, 2026, at approximately 6:24 a.m., Clark County Sheriff’s Office deputies, AMR personnel, and Vancouver Fire District 6 firefighters responded to a single-vehicle collision involving a vehicle that struck a power pole in the 8200 block of NE Highway 99.
The vehicle caught fire following the crash. Witnesses helped the 44-year-old male driver from the vehicle before first responders arrived. The vehicle, a maroon 2008 Mazda 3, was fully engulfed in flames when emergency crews arrived on scene.
The driver, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, was transported by AMR to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause of the crash remains under investigation; however, impairment is not believed to be a factor.
NE Highway 99 is fully closed between NE 78th Street and NE 84th street while Clark Public Utilities repairs the damaged power pole and power lines. The full closure is expected to remain in place until approximately 9:30 a.m. Afterward, a single southbound lane is expected to remain closed for much of the day.
Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes and expect delays in the area.
Edit: Highway 99 Closed Following Early-Morning Collision With Power Pole (Photo)
- 06/12/26
On June 12, 2026, at approximately 6:24 a.m., Clark County Sheriff’s Office deputies, AMR personnel, and Vancouver Fire District 6 firefighters responded to a single-vehicle collision involving a vehicle that struck a power pole in the 8200 block of NE Highway 99.
The vehicle caught fire following the crash. Witnesses helped the 44-year-old male driver from the vehicle before first responders arrived. The vehicle, a maroon 2008 Mazda 3, was fully engulfed in flames when emergency crews arrived on scene.
The driver, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, was transported by AMR to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause of the crash remains under investigation; however, impairment is not believed to be a factor.
NE Highway 99 is fully closed between NE 78th Street and NE 84th street while Clark Public Utilities repairs the damaged power pole and power lines. The full closure is expected to remain in place until approximately 9:30 a.m. Afterward, a single southbound lane is expected to remain closed for much of the day.
Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes and expect delays in the area.
