Craig Gerard Russillo Killed in Bend Car Crash on Highway 26 near Milepost 62

Meira was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries for treatment.

Bend, OR. – A 55-year-old man was killed in a suspected DUI crash on Tuesday evening in Bend.

The fatal crash occurred on Highway 26 near milepost 62 and Government Camp at around 6:22 p.m., according to the Oregon State Police.

A white 2024 Ford Transit Van driven by Alexander Nikkole Meira, 20, was traveling westbound when it crossed into the eastbound lane and collided head-on with a Subaru Outback, driven by Craig Gerard Russillo.

The Subaru burst into flames, and Craig was extricated from the car.

Russillo was pronounced dead at the scene.

Meira was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries for treatment.

Meira was booked to Northern Oregon Regional Corrections Facility and charged with DUI and manslaughter.

Police suspect impairment was a factor in the crash.

An investigation into the accident is ongoing.