Fatal Traffic Crash

Published on April 04, 2022

FATAL TRAFFIC CRASH

News Release from Medford Police Dept.
Posted on FlashAlert: April 10th, 2022 8:15 AM

Update: April 12th, 2022, 9:30 a.m.

The deceased was a passenger in the vehicle and has been identified as:

Munro, Shawn David

30 years old. Medford resident.

The driver was flown to Oregon Heath and Science University in Portland, where he is in stable condition. The second passenger, male, remains in critical care at Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center.

The investigation is still underway. The vehicle involved, a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado quad cab was traveling northbound on Crater Lake Avenue, when it left the roadway and struck a large tree. Both alcohol and excessive speed are believed to be contributing factors. 

Original Release:

On April 10th, 2022, at 1:58 a.m., officers and emergency personnel were dispatched to Crater Lake Avenue and Roberts Road, for a single vehicle crash. Upon arrival, first responders found a Chevrolet pick-up truck which had struck a tree. The three occupants were severely injured. It took several minutes for Medford Fire to extricate the occupants from the vehicle.

All three occupants were transported to Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center, and one person was pronounced deceased. The other two occupants are seeking treatment for severe injuries. Their exact medical status is not known at this time.

Alcohol is believed to be a contributing factor.

The Serious Traffic Accident Reconstruction Team is assisting with the case. Crater Lake Avenue will be closed between Brookhurst Street and Roberts Road, for most of the morning. Additional details will be released as the case unfolds. 

Contact Info:
Lt. Mike Budreau, 541-774-2212 (Tuesday - Friday)