Portland, OR – Robert Leach & Linda Leach Killed in Crash on Highway 22
Portland, OR (February 8, 2021) – Two people have lost their lives as a result of a motor vehicle accident in Polk County on Sunday evening. At around 5 p.m., on February 7, emergency crews were requested to provide assistance at the scene of a crash on Highway 22.
Reports from the police show that 73-year-old Robert Leach and his passenger, 75-year-old Linda Leach, were traveling west on Highway 22 when their Dodge pickup truck collided head-on with a second Dodge pickup truck, which was driven by 42-year-old Jeffrey Sittisuphachoke.
Both Robert Leach and Linda Leach sustained fatal injuries in the accident. Crews arrived at the scene and pronounced the two victims deceased. Sittisuphachoke was transported to an area hospital for the treatment of injuries. At this time, the crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with Jeffrey Sittisuphachoke at this time.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of Robert Leach & Linda Leach. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents in Oregon
Every year, motor vehicle accidents throughout our state leave tens of thousands of people with life-altering injuries. Although we want to believe that everyone is able to overcome their injuries, this is not always the case. Regrettably, there are many instances where people succumbed to their injuries. In fact, around 500 people lose their lives each year in traffic-related incidents throughout the state of Oregon.
These accidents often leave bereaved families struggling to move forward. As they attempt to deal with the mental and emotional consequences of an unexpected loss, they are forced to spend tens of thousands of dollars on funeral expenses and deal with unanticipated financial repercussions. The impacts of fatal collisions are far-reaching and can have lasting consequences for surviving relatives. Although there is nothing that can be done to bring back those taken away from us due to these accidents, many families may have legal options available to help them secure compensation to help move forward. Working with a wrongful death attorney in Portland can help to ensure your legal rights are protected.
The Oregon car accident attorneys at Kivel & Howard have decades of combined experience helping families protect their legal rights after losing loved ones in accidents. When victims are fatally injured due to the reckless, negligent, and careless actions of others, we fight on behalf of bereaved relatives to ensure they get the justice they deserve. Our team provides competent and effective legal representation while helping our clients navigate the complex legal system throughout the duration of their claims. We put together solid cases on behalf of families to ensure they are in the best position possible. If your loved one has lost their life in a collision, and you believe negligence played a role, contact our personal injury attorneys in Oregon at your earliest convenience. Our team can be reached at (503) 796-0909 or (503) 802-4800. We are available to meet with you and discuss legal options available to help you recover. Don’t wait. Call us today to see how we can help you.
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