On Monday, October 1, 2018 at approximately 6:42 pm, Oregon State Police Troopers and emergency personnel responded to the report of a motor vehicle crash on Hwy 22E near milepost 35. Preliminary investigation revealed that a silver 2004 GMC Envoy carrying five occupants, was traveling westbound on Hwy 22E when the vehicle left the roadway and struck several trees. Driver and one passenger were transported with serious injuries to local hospitals. Two occupants were ejected from the vehicle and pronounced deceased at the scene. A third occupant remained in the vehicle and was also pronounced deceased at the scene. Hwy 22E was completely closed for approximately 2.5 hours following the crash before the eastbound lane was opened. OSP was assisted by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, Keizer Police Department, Gates Fire, Lyons EMS and ODOT.
