News Release from: Clackamas Co. Sheriff's Office

VEHICLE HITS ELDERLY PEDESTRIAN ON SUNNYSIDE RD. AND SE 97th AVE CLACKAMAS

Posted: Feb. 5, 2008 8:22 a.m.

CLACKAMAS -- The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office is investigating an injury accident in which a vehicle struck an elderly man at approximately 6:52 a.m. today (Feb. 5).

An elderly man was reportedly seen in the Days Inn at 9717 SE Sunnyside Rd, appearing confused. The man was reportedly not intoxicated -- but was said to have fallen down at least once in the motel.

The elderly man then wandered out of the motel onto SE Sunnyside Rd -- and was struck by a vehicle traveling westbound on Sunnyside.

The man reportedly suffered injuries to his legs and head, and was transported to a Portland-area hospital.

The driver of the vehicle was not cited. At the time of the accident, visibility in the area was low and the roadway was not well-lit. The elderly male was said to be wearing dark-colored clothing.

The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office has not identified the elderly male at this time. Further information may be released once it becomes available.

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Contact Info: Detective Jeffrey Green
Public Information Officer
Clackamas County Sheriff's Office