The pedestrian killed in a hit-and-run on April 28 in the Montavilla Neighborhood was identified as Robert B. Ketchum, 62, of Portland. His family has been notified of his death.

No suspect information is being released at this time. It remains an active investigation and investigators are asking to hear from anyone with information. If anyone has information about the crash or the involved driver, and has not yet talked to police, please contact crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Traffic Investigations Unit and reference case number 23-109538.

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***Original Message Below***

A man in a wheelchair died after a hit-and-run crash in the Montavilla Neighborhood.

On Friday, April 28, 2023 at 12:11a.m., East Precinct officers responded to a report of a crash at Northeast 82nd Avenue and Northeast Glisan Street. Portland Fire & Rescue personnel responded as well and attempted lifesaving measures, but the man died at the scene.

The suspect driver left the scene before police were called and has not been located. No suspect information is being released at this time.

The Portland Police Major Crash Team is responding to the scene to investigate the crash. During the investigation, the intersection of Northeast 82nd Avenue and Northeast Glisan Street is closed in all directions. If anyone has information about this crash or the involved driver, please contact crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 23-109538.

The PIO is not responding to the scene. Additional information will be released as appropriate.

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