On July 13, 2026, at approximately 3:20 a.m., a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on eastbound Interstate 82 near Union Gap in Yakima County. Luis Vazquez Del Angel, who was walking in or near the eastbound lanes, sustained serious injuries and was transported to MultiCare Memorial Hospital in Yakima. The driver fled the scene, leaving behind evidence indicating the vehicle was a 2020-2025 Ford F-Series pickup with front or driver-side damage.
WSP Detectives are asking for witnesses who saw the collision or observed Mr. Vazquez Del Angel walking on the freeway early Monday. Det. Patrick Lockwood can be contacted at (509)249-6743 or the WSP tip line at (509)249-6700.