Linn County, OR. – Official Release: On Friday November 20, 2024, 5:00 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Hwy 228, near milepost 16, in Linn County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a Dodge pickup, operated by Michael Halsell (36) of Sweet Home was eastbound on OR-228 when it crossed into the westbound lane and struck a gray Acura SUV, operated by Alisha Rowlett (44) of Sweet Home.
The operator of the Acura (Rowlett) was declared deceased at the scene. The passenger of the Acura was transported to an area hospital via ambulance with serious injuries.
The operator of the Dodge (Halsell) was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries.
The highway was impacted for approximately 4.5 hours during the on-scene investigation. The investigation is ongoing.
OSP was assisted by Brownsville/Sweet Home Fire Departments, Linn County Sheriff’s Office, and ODOT.
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