The collision occurred on Highway 99 (Rogue River Highway) near milepost 7 at around 6:13 p.m. on December 7, 2025.
Jackson County, OR – One man was killed, and another was injured after a vehicle struck two individuals who were pushing a go-kart on Highway 99 on Sunday evening, according to the Oregon State Police.
The collision occurred on Highway 99 (Rogue River Highway) near milepost 7 at around 6:13 p.m. on December 7, 2025.
According to investigators, a southbound Hyundai Elantra struck the pedestrian as he was pushing a go-kart along the roadway. The Hyundai fled the scene before the driver later contacted law enforcement to report involvement in the multi-vehicle incident.
The pedestrian, identified as Jarrod Edward Garwood, 43, of Rogue River, was pronounced dead at the scene, while a go-kart occupant, James Eric Johannes, 41, of Grants Pass, sustained minor injuries.
The Hyundai’s driver, identified as Bobbie Rae Stinson-Payne, a 28-year-old Grants Pass resident, and her passenger, 33-year-old Dillon Edward Gasser, also from Grants Pass, were reportedly uninjured. Stinson-Payne was later arrested on multiple charges, including DUII, Failure to Perform Duties of a Driver, and Manslaughter 1.
Emergency crews from local police, fire, and ODOT responded and assisted at the crash site.
The crash caused significant delays, with Highway 99 impacted for approximately five hours during the investigation and cleanup.
The incident remains under investigation by Oregon State Police.
Crash Statistics in Oregon
Oregon continues to record concerning pedestrian safety figures. According to the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), pedestrian fatalities have been on an upward trajectory in recent years, mirroring national trends. Between 2020 and 2023, Oregon saw a notable increase in deadly pedestrian crashes, emphasizing the risks posed to those walking near major roadways.
Nationally, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that pedestrian deaths have reached a multi-decade high, with more than 7,500 pedestrian fatalities recorded in 2022—the highest number since 1981. Factors such as impaired driving, speeding, and low-visibility conditions continue to play a major role.
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