Driver killed after colliding with traffic pole on NE Padden Parkway at NE 94th Ave

On Friday (Nov. 6) at about 8:45 p.m., Clark County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies responded to a single-vehicle collision involving a traffic signal pole. Rescue efforts were made with assistance from Vancouver Fire and AMR, but the driver who was the sole occupant, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Based on the preliminary investigation, the Mercedes was traveling eastbound on NE Padden Parkway at the intersection of NE 94th Avenue when it left the roadway, entered the crosswalk area, and struck a large traffic signal pole.

NE Padden Parkway from Interstate 205 to State Route 503 was closed while investigators processed the scene. Drivers were asked to avoid the area and use alternate routes to allow first responders to safely complete their work.

The CCSO Traffic Homicide Unit is investigating the crash. The cause remains under investigation.

Information provided by the Clark County Sheriff’s Office.