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FATAL TWO-VEHICLE CRASH IN OREGON ON HIGHWAY 126W

LANE COUNTY, OR (December 16, 2021 - The Oregon State Police is reporting that Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at approximately 7:40 AM, OSP Troopers and emergency personnel responded to a two-vehicle crash on Highway 126W at milepost 29. 

The preliminary investigation revealed a westbound Dodge Caravan, operated by Alfred Santos (62) of Eugene, collided head-on with an eastbound Toyota Camry, operated by Zakkary McCann (29) of Mapleton. 

McCann sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased.

A passenger in the Toyota Camry, Kussaundra Stevenson (25) of Mapleton, received minor injuries. Santos was transported to the hospital with serious injuries. 

Highway 126W was closed for approximately 4 hours.

OSP was assisted by Western Lane Ambulance, Lane County Sheriff’s Office, Lane Fire Authority and ODOT. 

This investigation is continuing and more information will be released when appropriate. 

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A GoFundMe fundraiser to support with memorial and other financial burdens has been organized by coworkers of Zakkary McCann and Kussaundra Stevenson. Click HERE to help or learn more about the fundraiser.

 

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