On January 22, 2017 at about 7:30PM, OSP Troopers and emergency personnel responded to the report of a single vehicle crash on Highway 126 near milepost 29 (west of Walton). Upon emergency crews arriving on scene they found an adult female deceased. The investigation revealed a 2002 Lexus sedan was traveling eastbound on Highway 126 when it left the roadway while negotiating a left hand curve. The vehicle drove on the shoulder until it sideswiped a tree, continued traveling, striking a second tree. The driver of the Lexus was identified as Dawn M COMPTON, age 38, of Eugene. OSP was assisted by the Oregon Department of Transportation and Lane Fire. The eastbound lane of Highway 126 was closed for about three hours. Speed is being investigated as a contributing factor in the death. Seatbelt usage is also being investigated.
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